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research Tinea Captitis Due to Microsporum Ferrugineum: A Case of Unusual Laboratory Finding on Direct Microscopic Examination of Infected Hairs and Skin Lesions
Unusual fungal structures were found in a boy's scalp infection, successfully treated with medication.
research Hair Loss in Infancy and Childhood
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and management of hair loss in children require a detailed examination and understanding of various hair disorders.
research Pediatric Tinea Capitis: Rising Incidence and Treatment
Children with scalp fungal infections need proper diagnosis and treatment, usually with antifungal medications, and newer drugs may offer quicker recovery.
research Ringworm by Microsporum Canis in Long-Tailed Chinchilla (Chinchilla Lanigera)
A chinchilla got ringworm from stress and contact with dog-related items.
research Comma Hairs: A Dermatoscopic Marker for Tinea Capitis
Comma hairs are a specific sign of tinea capitis when viewed with videodermatoscopy.
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.
research Clinical Profile of Tinea Capitis Among Rural Children in Cuddalore District
Most rural children with scalp ringworm had a non-inflammatory type and early treatment is important to prevent complications.
research British Association of Dermatologists' Guidelines for the Management of Tinea Capitis 2014
Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
research Malassezia Species Overgrowth in Allergic Cats
Allergic cats with yeast overgrowth improved with antifungal treatment.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient
A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
research Spectrum and Burden of Dermatophytes in Children
The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
research Atypical Folliculitis Caused by Malassezia spp. in Immunosuppressed Patients
Some immunosuppressed patients can get unusual skin infections from Malassezia, which can be treated with antifungal medication.
research Tinea Capitis Caused by Trichophyton Tonsurans Presenting as Obscure Patchy Hair Loss Due to Daily Antifungal Shampoo Use
Daily use of antifungal shampoo can hide symptoms and make it hard to diagnose fungal scalp infections.
research Dermoscopic Evaluation of Tinea Capitis: A Case Report
A 12-year-old boy's hair fully regrew after 8 weeks of treatment for tinea capitis, and dermoscopy was useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
research Dermatophytosis in Cats: Prevention and Management Guidelines
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.
research Folliculitis
Folliculitis is an inflammation of hair follicles that requires proper diagnosis and treatment based on the specific cause.
research Nail Abnormalities in Patients with Vitiligo
Vitiligo patients often have nail problems, so checking their nails is important.
research Trichoscopy and Tinea Capitis: Comma and Corkscrew Hairs
Trichoscopy helped diagnose and treat a child's fungal scalp infection by spotting specific hair shapes.
research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz: Diagnosis and Treatment of Kerion
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
research Post-Implantation Erythema
Post-implantation erythema is a red skin condition after medical device implantation that sometimes goes away on its own.
research Leprosy on the Scalp: A Case Report
A man from Brazil had a rare case of leprosy on his scalp, which improved with treatment.
research Microsporum Canis-Induced Tinea Capitis: A Rapid Screening Algorithm
A rapid screening method using trichoscopy and clinical data can improve diagnosis and treatment of tinea capitis.
research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
research Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia in Children
The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
research Mechanisms of Dermatophyte Invasion on New Zealand Rabbit Skin Models
The study found that injecting spores directly into rabbit skin effectively caused fungal skin infections, with symptoms worsening over time.
research Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Practices in Alopecia Areata in Two Mediterranean Countries: A Survey-Based Study
There are significant gaps and inconsistencies in diagnosing and treating alopecia areata in Greece and Italy.
research An Overview of Equine Dermatophytosis
Young horses are more prone to a fungal infection causing hair loss and skin redness.
research British Society for Dermatopathology: Summaries of Papers
Some skin conditions are associated with other serious diseases, and office microscopy may miss many fungal infections.
research Selected Topics in Pediatric Hair Loss
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.