research Pediculosis Capitis: A Global Public Health Issue
Head lice mainly affect children and are treated with special lice-killing products.
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research Circumscribed Alopecia: An Unusual Manifestation of Head Lice Infestation
Head lice can cause unusual patchy hair loss.
research A Rare Case of Coinfection with White Piedra and Pediculosis Capitis
A woman had a rare infection of both white piedra and head lice, which improved after 10 weeks of antifungal treatment.
research Pediculosis Capitis With A Rare Complication Of Cicatricial Alopecia: A Case Report
A 6-year-old girl with head lice developed scarring hair loss but improved with treatment.
research Clinical Diagnosis of Common Scalp Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating common scalp disorders, which often have similar symptoms.
research A Practical Guide to Scalp Disorders
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of common scalp disorders are important for both physical and psychological health.
research The Assessment of Dermatological Needs in Resource-Poor Regions
Skin diseases are very common in poor areas, and there's a need for affordable ways to manage and improve skin health.
research Light Microscopy of the Hair: A Simple Tool to Untangle Hair Disorders
Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
research Hair Loss Among a Group of Egyptian Children
Fungal infection was the main cause of hair loss in Egyptian children studied.
research Alopecias Due to Drugs and Other Skin and Systemic Disorders
Hair loss can be caused by stress, infections, drugs, and various diseases, with treatment depending on accurate diagnosis.
research The Importance of Trichoscopy in Clinical Practice
Trichoscopy is a valuable tool for diagnosing and managing hair and scalp disorders.
research Disorders of the Hair and Scalp in Children
The document concludes that various hair and scalp disorders in children have specific treatments and proper diagnosis is essential.
research Hair Casts
Hair casts are small structures on hair shafts with unknown causes.
research Hair Casts
Hair casts can be mistaken for lice, so correct identification is important.
research Adult Onset Hair Casts: Nits Which Do Not Itch
Hair casts are harmless but can be mistaken for head lice.
research Infections, Infestations, and Neoplasms of the Scalp
The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
research Hair Diseases in Childhood
Children's hair diseases include compulsive hair-pulling, easily plucked hair, scalp fungal infections, and head lice, each requiring specific diagnosis and treatment.
research Hair and Scalp Infections
Hair and scalp infections are common and can lead to hair loss, requiring careful diagnosis to manage properly.
research Prevalence of Skin Diseases Among Hostellers Attending the Tertiary Care Hospital
Proper hygiene, adequate sleep, and self-care can reduce common skin diseases.
research Two Copulatory Lice with a Harasser on Scalp Hair
A girl with head lice was successfully treated with sulfur ointment and hair shaving.
research Hair Loss in Adult Females: A Clinical and Trichoscopic Study
Most adult women experiencing hair loss are aged 21-40, with the most common type being female pattern hair loss. Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research A Clinico-Epidemiological Study of Pediatric Hair and Scalp Disorders
Hair and scalp disorders are common in children and require early treatment due to their effect on physical and mental development.
research The Itchy Scalp: An Overview of Scalp Pruritus and Its Management
Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
research Hair Casts
Hair casts are often mistaken for head lice, scalp pain in hair loss is linked to certain nerve factors, eyelash growth treatment is safe and effective, and nail shedding in children may follow hand-foot-mouth disease.
research Onychomadesis Associated with Childhood Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease
Hand-foot-mouth disease may cause nail loss in children.
research Dermoscopy for the Pediatric Dermatologist Part I: Dermoscopy of Pediatric Infectious and Inflammatory Skin Lesions and Hair Disorders
Dermoscopy improves diagnosis and treatment monitoring for children's skin infections, inflammations, and hair disorders.
research A Case of Trichotillomania Presenting as a Factitious Ulcer
Thorough patient interviews are crucial to identify self-inflicted hair loss.
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.
research Hair Loss in Children: A Detailed Overview of Pediatric Alopecia
The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
research A Nonrandomized Study of Trichoscopy Patterns Using Nonpolarized (Contact) and Polarized (Noncontact) Dermatoscopy in Hair and Shaft Disorders
Polarized dermoscopy is slightly better than nonpolarized for diagnosing hair disorders, with each method having its own strengths.