62 citations,
June 2015 in “Sexually Transmitted Infections” Sexual activity can spread T. interdigitale, needing quick antifungal treatment to avoid permanent scarring.
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January 2015 in “Veterinary record case reports” A dog in Germany was successfully treated for a rare bacterial infection without spreading it to humans.
14 citations,
January 2008 in “Medical mycology” Canadian porcupines in a Japanese zoo passed a skin fungus to each other.
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February 1987 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The hair cuticle acts as a barrier against fungal infection, which occurs only deep within the hair follicle.
1 citations,
September 2021 in “Advances in skin & wound care” SARS-CoV-2 might infect and multiply in skin tissue, possibly aiding in its transmission.
March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
March 2021 in “Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal /Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal” Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection in dogs that can spread to humans and requires lengthy treatment.
January 2021 in “Revista brasileira de higiene e sanidade animal” A dog with skin lesions was successfully treated for a human-type fungal infection.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Skin problems are common in Bangladesh due to arsenic, prompt treatment of diabetic foot ulcers is crucial, maternal transmission causes most neonatal herpes, treatments for pediatric vasculitis are effective, the chickenpox vaccine works, more frequent UVB therapy helps psoriasis, certain jobs increase hand dermatitis risk, monoclonal antibodies treat psoriasis well, lifestyle affects psoriasis, alefacept improves psoriasis, imiquimod cream partially clears basal cell carcinoma, and iron may not help chronic hair loss.
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March 2006 in “Dermatologic surgery” Medical tattooing is a widely accepted, easy, and permanent treatment with few side effects but carries an infection risk without proper sterilization.
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June 2013 in “Journal of feline medicine and surgery” The document says to treat cat fungal infections with medicine and clean the environment, noting that cats without symptoms can still spread it to humans.
4 citations,
October 2022 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A” Magnesium oxide-infused membranes help heal wounds faster by reducing inflammation and promoting skin and hair follicle growth.
1 citations,
January 2021 in “Advances in animal and veterinary sciences” Pets in Egypt can pass skin fungus, especially Microsporum canis, to humans, with outdoor and young pets being more at risk.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
1 citations,
November 2009 in “Nurse prescribing” Oral griseofulvin for 6-12 weeks cures most scalp fungal infections in children.
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August 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hepatitis C virus can cause skin diseases and dermatologists play a crucial role in identifying these conditions.
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January 2021 in “Fertility and Sterility” COVID-19 might affect male fertility, but more research is needed to understand the full impact.
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May 2000 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Orf infections can happen during the Muslim event 'Aid el Kebir' due to close contact with sheep.
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January 2004 in “Medical mycology” The rise in tinea capitis cases in Stockholm is linked to increased African immigration.
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May 2021 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” COVID-19 may harm male fertility and damage the reproductive system.
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December 2004 in “Hepatology” Tenofovir is more effective than adefovir for resistant hepatitis B, Fibroscan is good for assessing liver damage, regulatory T cells may help hepatitis C persist, and other insights into liver health and disease were found.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Various skin conditions can be treated effectively with different methods, such as discontinuing certain drugs, using specific vaccines, applying creams, and changing lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking.
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinic in Turkey saw fewer patients but more cases of certain skin conditions, possibly linked to the virus and stress.
1 citations,
January 2008 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that various disorders can cause hair loss in dogs, each requiring different treatments, and some may heal on their own.
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November 2020 in “Chemical Engineering Journal” The hydrogel with silver and mangiferin helps heal wounds by killing bacteria and aiding skin and tissue repair.
7 citations,
March 2019 in “Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology” Understanding how our bodies interact with mosquito-borne viruses is crucial because there are few treatments and vaccines.
14 citations,
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6 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Chicken feather gene mutation helps understand human hair disorders.
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1 citations,
August 2007 in “Indian Journal of Pediatrics” A girl with symptoms like an autoimmune disorder actually had HIV and a fungal infection, which was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to her death.