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270-300 / 1000+ resultsresearch Effect of hair oils and fatty acids on the growth of dermatophytes and their in vitro penetration of human scalp hair.
Mustard oil and unsaturated fatty acids can stop the growth of scalp fungus and prevent it from infecting hair.
research Trichosporon asteroides: A novel ethiological agent of Kerion celsi in a child
A child's scalp infection was caused by a fungus not previously known to do so, but it was successfully treated.
![Unravelling Childhood Tinea Capitis: A Multi-Dimensional Investigation Using Dermoscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Mass Spectrometry](/images/research/506328d3-a9c6-4bc7-9421-57c0961aeac2/small/36250.jpg)
research Unravelling Childhood Tinea Capitis: A Multi-Dimensional Investigation Using Dermoscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Mass Spectrometry
Tinea capitis in a child was caused by a fungus from cats, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
![Tinea Capitis: Trends in Spain](/images/research/bb938cfb-a5ca-4eb4-a8c2-17550a34fa6d/small/22660.jpg)
research Tinea Capitis: Trends in Spain
Scalp fungus infections in Spain are a health concern, with changing causes and a need for better treatment and prevention.
![Epidermophyton floccosum as apossible aethiological agent of tinea capitis: a case report](/images/research/c356ec77-c7b3-429d-972a-f0aa2be8e190/small/27384.jpg)
research Epidermophyton floccosum as apossible aethiological agent of tinea capitis: a case report
A fungus called Epidermophyton floccosum can cause scalp infections.
![Secreted subtilisin Sub3 from <i>Microsporum canis</i> is required for adherence to but not for invasion of the epidermis](/images/research/6969b1e2-26fd-4ba0-92a7-147434ac1157/small/29872.jpg)
research Secreted subtilisin Sub3 from Microsporum canis is required for adherence to but not for invasion of the epidermis
Sub3 is essential for fungus adherence but not for skin invasion.
![A case report of tinea capitis in infant in first year of life](/images/research/34021a6d-49e0-4cae-afe8-1cfd0b5190af/small/27422.jpg)
research A case report of tinea capitis in infant in first year of life
An infant with scalp fungus was cured after extended treatment with antifungal medication.
![Genetic diversity of Armillaria spp. symbiotic with Polyporus umbellatus in China](/images/research/54e05fb9-6edf-4367-922d-8a28653e347a/small/23063.jpg)
research Genetic diversity of Armillaria spp. symbiotic with Polyporus umbellatus in China
Different types of Armillaria fungus have a high genetic variety when partnering with Polyporus umbellatus mushrooms in China.
research Treatment of tinea capitis caused by Microsporum ferrugineum with itraconazole.
Itraconazole effectively treats scalp fungus, with continuous use more effective than pulse therapy.
![Journal Watch](/images/research/9bec16db-855f-409f-9e49-2b0562f161cc/small/15461.jpg)
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
![The Assessment and Management of Tinea Capitis in Children](/images/research/0d69a76c-f12f-4ef8-bb80-92fc22246e5f/small/27559.jpg)
research The Assessment and Management of Tinea Capitis in Children
Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.
![Identification of the causative dermatophyte of tinea capitis in children attending Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda by PCR-ELISA and comparison with conventional mycological diagnostic methods](/images/research/dde60f32-4f91-40cf-ad79-2fecb35f00a9/small/35272.jpg)
research Identification of the causative dermatophyte of tinea capitis in children attending Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda by PCR-ELISA and comparison with conventional mycological diagnostic methods
PCR-ELISA is better for identifying the fungus causing scalp infections in Ugandan children than traditional methods.
![Alopecia in women submitted to childhood X-ray epilation for tinea capitis treatment](/images/research/f47c3ffd-3abc-4828-9ffa-3d05ce6930e0/small/26254.jpg)
research Alopecia in women submitted to childhood X-ray epilation for tinea capitis treatment
Women treated with X-ray for scalp fungus as children had a higher chance of hair loss, especially with higher radiation doses and severe fungus infections.
![Safety and efficacy of tavaborole (AN2690), a novel boron-based molecule, in 3 phase II trials for the topical treatment of toenail onychomycosis](/images/research/f826fb9d-a7c3-4317-b122-40eb7e241b8e/small/21780.jpg)
research Safety and efficacy of tavaborole (AN2690), a novel boron-based molecule, in 3 phase II trials for the topical treatment of toenail onychomycosis
Tavaborole is a safe and effective toenail fungus treatment, with the 5% solution being the best option.
![Update on nail disorders](/images/research/bf2b3b18-2e7f-4f7e-84e6-45b8d28ee5d9/small/23443.jpg)
research Update on nail disorders
Not all nail problems are caused by fungus, new allergens are being identified, PCOS has various treatments, and aesthetic procedures like Botox are advancing.
![Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children](/images/research/396c62f8-e2e5-4f3e-a049-13c52ef31aeb/small/24656.jpg)
research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children
Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
![Dermal Mass Aspirate from a Persian Cat](/images/research/1e19a391-863e-463b-a9e6-a0f04cc4b62f/small/27607.jpg)
research Dermal Mass Aspirate from a Persian Cat
The Persian cat has a skin infection caused by a fungus, treatable with antifungal medication.
![An intrafamilial transmission of<i>Arthroderma benhamiae</i>in Canadian porcupines (<i>Erethizon dorsatum</i>) in a Japanese zoo](/images/research/864c66f9-9c9c-461b-8e2d-bf19c6f78453/small/27550.jpg)
research An intrafamilial transmission ofArthroderma benhamiaein Canadian porcupines (Erethizon dorsatum) in a Japanese zoo
Canadian porcupines in a Japanese zoo passed a skin fungus to each other.
![Three isolations of<i>Chaetomium globosum</i>from erythematous epilation of canine skin](/images/research/918a57e3-7760-4979-b657-a9dd84b72167/small/27551.jpg)
research Three isolations ofChaetomium globosumfrom erythematous epilation of canine skin
A dog's skin infection caused by the fungus Chaetomium globosum was effectively treated with ketoconazole.
research Kerion caused by Trichophyton tonsurans in an infant
A baby girl's severe scalp infection caused by a fungus was cured with oral and topical antifungal medications.
![Black dot tinea capitis caused by trichophyton rubrum in an adult female presenting with cicatricial alopecia](/images/research/08a850f0-6c1a-48ea-9c19-6a75ba07682d/small/27481.jpg)
research Black dot tinea capitis caused by trichophyton rubrum in an adult female presenting with cicatricial alopecia
A woman's scalp infection caused by a fungus led to permanent hair loss and was hard to treat but responded to a specific antifungal.
![Higher Serum Ceruloplasmin Levels May Indicate the Role of Oxidative Stress in Onychomycosis](/images/research/32b3568a-1788-48fa-9881-6ef54d6acdb2/small/23574.jpg)
research Higher Serum Ceruloplasmin Levels May Indicate the Role of Oxidative Stress in Onychomycosis
High levels of ceruloplasmin might indicate more severe toenail fungus.
research UJI AKTIVITAS ANTIFUNGI EKSTRAK ETANOL DAUN PANDAN WANGI (Pandanus amaryllifolius) DALAM MENGHAMBAT PERTUMBUHAN Pityrosporum ovale SEBAGAI SALAH SATU JAMUR PENYEBAB KETOMBE
Fragrant pandan leaf extract can inhibit dandruff-causing fungus, especially at higher concentrations.
![Effects of an online educational curriculum on knowledge and competence in managing onychomycosis](/images/research/4e4eb733-ffff-429c-87e8-85b36c435b76/small/18459.jpg)
research Effects of an online educational curriculum on knowledge and competence in managing onychomycosis
Online medical education helps doctors better understand and treat nail fungus.
![Long-term treatment within a maximum of 96 weeks of tinea unguium with long-pulsed neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser](/images/research/e071b9a9-eca1-4537-a8a5-770418cd7b77/small/16175.jpg)
research Long-term treatment within a maximum of 96 weeks of tinea unguium with long-pulsed neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser
Laser treatment is safe and can effectively treat toenail fungus, especially when combined with other treatments if no improvement is seen after about a year.
![Tinea Capitis: Mixed or Consecutive Infection with White and Violet Strains of Trichophyton violaceum : A Diagnostic or Therapeutic Challenge](/images/research/f8065ffa-2245-4fbb-bc43-e9d267faca20/small/27478.jpg)
research Tinea Capitis: Mixed or Consecutive Infection with White and Violet Strains of Trichophyton violaceum : A Diagnostic or Therapeutic Challenge
Treating a boy's scalp infection was challenging because two different colors of the same fungus appeared.
![STUDIES ON THE ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF EVOLVULUS ALSINOIDES, MURRAYA KOENIGII, LAWSONIA INERMIS, HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS, AZADIRACHTA INDICA AGAINST MALASSEZIA FURFUR USING FRACTIONAL FACTORIAL DESIGN](/images/research/9691bf3e-d529-4aa9-a266-38245721ea1a/small/23047.jpg)
research STUDIES ON THE ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF EVOLVULUS ALSINOIDES, MURRAYA KOENIGII, LAWSONIA INERMIS, HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS, AZADIRACHTA INDICA AGAINST MALASSEZIA FURFUR USING FRACTIONAL FACTORIAL DESIGN
The study found that a specific combination of five medicinal plants effectively inhibits the fungus that causes dandruff.
![Activity Test of Combination of Binahong Leaf Extract (Anredera Cordifolia) and Lemongrass Extract (Cymbopogon citratus) as Antifungal Againt Pityrosporum ovale](/images/research/8cae713b-050f-452e-8c40-6336cb3550f3/small/27364.jpg)
research Activity Test of Combination of Binahong Leaf Extract (Anredera Cordifolia) and Lemongrass Extract (Cymbopogon citratus) as Antifungal Againt Pityrosporum ovale
The combination of binahong leaf and lemongrass extracts effectively fights dandruff-causing fungus.
![Analysis of Skin Microbiota from Canine Dermatitis in Odisha](/images/research/8145ef6b-9100-4a74-b004-7237e10a67e6/small/27410.jpg)
research Analysis of Skin Microbiota from Canine Dermatitis in Odisha
Young dogs in Odisha with dermatitis are most often infected by Microsporum fungus, and Miconazole is the most effective treatment.