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    GlossaryComma Hairs

    short, curved hairs indicative of scalp fungal infection

    Comma hairs are a specific type of hair abnormality often seen in cases of tinea capitis, a fungal infection of the scalp. These hairs appear short, broken, and curved, resembling a comma shape under microscopic examination. Their presence can be a useful diagnostic clue for dermatologists and other healthcare professionals when evaluating scalp conditions.

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