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    GlossaryOral Antifungals

    drugs taken by mouth to treat fungal infections

    Oral antifungals, also known as oral antifungal medications or antifungal pills, are drugs taken by mouth to treat fungal infections. These medications work by inhibiting the growth of fungi or killing them directly, and are commonly used for conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and systemic infections such as candidiasis. They are particularly useful when topical treatments are ineffective or when the infection is widespread.

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      Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood

      research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood

      38 citations , July 2010 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”
      To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.

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      February 2013 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood Education & Practice”
      Kerion, a severe scalp infection, causes hair loss and needs oral antifungal treatment.
      Majocchi's Granuloma in a High School Wrestler

      research Majocchi's Granuloma in a High School Wrestler

      2 citations , October 2019 in “Current sports medicine reports”
      A high school wrestler's skin rash was cured with antifungal medication after a misdiagnosis and incorrect treatment led to a fungal infection.

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      Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?

      community Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?

      in General  64 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss possibly caused by a fungal infection might be treated with antifungal shampoos or oral medications. If not fungal, treatments like minoxidil or finasteride may be necessary.

      community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)

      in Ketoconazole 3 weeks ago
      Oral ketoconazole is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it poses significant health risks like liver damage and adrenal insufficiency. Users suggest safer alternatives like topical anti-androgens or spironolactone, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialist.

      community Minoxidil seems to not work anymore this sucks

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.

      community This and ketoconazole 2% life changing

      in Ketoconazole  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazole shampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.