research Tinea Capitis in Adults
Adults with persistent scalp issues unresponsive to typical treatments should be tested for the fungal infection tinea capitis to start the right antifungal medication.
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research Pregnancy and Cutaneous Changes
Most pregnant women experience skin changes, especially increased pigmentation.
research A Clinical Study of Geriatric Dermatoses
Older adults have a wide range of skin conditions, with dry skin being very common and many also experiencing skin growths, itching, and infections.
research Prevalence and Associated Factors of Comorbid Skin Diseases in Patients with Schizophrenia: A Clinical Survey and National Health Database Study
Patients with schizophrenia have a high rate of skin diseases, with fungal infections and dermatitis being most common, and those on clozapine have a lower risk of fungal infections.
research Guadalupe Fur Seal Alopecia: A Metabolic Syndrome Associated to Climatic Anomalies?
Climate-related nutritional stress may cause hair loss in juvenile male Guadalupe fur seals.
research Medical and Surgical Hair Restoration
Before treating hair loss, it's crucial to diagnose and treat any underlying medical conditions that may be causing it.
research Revival of Favus in Japan Caused by Trichophyton Schoenleinii
Favus, a rare fungal infection, has reappeared in Japan.
research Disease Progression of Dermatophytic Pseudomycetoma in a Persian Cat
The cat died from a hard-to-treat fungal infection despite various treatments.
research The First Case Report of Kerion-Type Scalp Mycosis Caused by Aspergillus Protuberus
A rare fungal infection on a child's scalp was successfully treated with antifungal medication.
research Superficial Dermatophytosis in Early Neonatal Period: Two Uncommon Cases
Two newborns with rare skin infections were successfully treated with antifungal cream.
research Therapeutic Applications of Nanoemulsion-Based Drug Delivery Systems: A Review of Patents in the Last Two Decades
Nanoemulsion-based drug delivery systems are versatile and have potential for treating various medical conditions and improving vaccines.
research Dermatological Issues in a Child with Diabetes Mellitus
Children with diabetes often have skin problems, which can be better managed with good blood sugar control.
research Tinea Capitis: No Incision Nor Excision
Surgery is not the right treatment for a fungal scalp infection; proper medical treatment is needed.
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.
research Common Features of Periocular Tinea
Ringworm around the eyes often gets misdiagnosed, leading to eyelash loss, but antifungal treatment can improve the condition.
research Identification of Trichophyton Rubrum by Nested PCR Analysis from Paraffin Embedded Specimen in Trichophytia Profunda Acuta of the Glabrous Skin
Nested PCR can reliably identify fungal infections when traditional methods fail.
research Black Dot Type Capitis Tinea Resembles Bacterial Folliculitis
A man with a fungal scalp infection got better after treatment with griseofulvin, cetirizine, and ketoconazole shampoo.
research Ringworm by Microsporum Canis in Long-Tailed Chinchilla (Chinchilla Lanigera)
A chinchilla got ringworm from stress and contact with dog-related items.
research Cutaneous Mycoses in the Elderly
Skin fungal infections are more common in older adults due to factors like obesity, poor circulation, reduced mobility, and weakened immune defenses from certain medications.
research Tinea Capitis in Adult Women Masquerading as Bacterial Pyoderma
Tinea capitis can be misdiagnosed as bacterial infection in adult women but is treatable with antifungal medication.
research Malassezia Hyphae Play Possible Roles in the Pathogenesis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Malassezia fungi may contribute to hair loss and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia.
research White Piedra Caused by Trichosporon Inkin: A Report of Two Cases in a Northern Climate
White piedra, a rare fungal infection, was diagnosed in two women in a northern climate.
research Tineas—Superficial Dermatophyte Infections
Scalp fungal infections need oral antifungals, while other skin fungal infections can be treated with creams; keep areas dry and don't stop treatment early.
research Determination of Effectiveness of Traditional Cosmetics of Coconut Oil and Turmeric as Anti-Dandruff
Coconut oil and turmeric were almost as good as 2% ketoconazole shampoo for treating dandruff.
research HIV, Fungal, and Infectious Diseases
The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
research Scalp Fungal Microbiome and Sebum Composition in Males With and Without Androgenetic Alopecia
Scalp fungi and sebum differences may affect hair loss in men.
research Clinical Evaluation of Superficial Fungal Infections in Children
The study found that scalp ringworm is the most common fungal infection in children and topical treatments work well.
research Nasal Sporotrichosis in Children
Three children with nasal fungal infections were successfully treated with potassium iodide and sometimes itraconazole.
research White Piedra: An Uncommon Superficial Fungal Infection of Hair
White piedra is a rare hair infection treated with oral and topical antifungals.
research White Piedra: Molecular Identification of Trichosporon Inkin in Members of the Same Family
A family had a rare fungal infection called white piedra, identified as Trichosporon inkin.