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.
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research A Retrospective Case Series: Unique Clinical Presentation and Treatment Outcomes of Trichophyton Violaceum and Soudanense Tinea in a Pediatric Population
Oral terbinafine is more effective than griseofulvin for treating certain scalp infections in children.
research Superficial Fungal Infections
Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.
research Revival of Generalized Favus
A woman with a rare scalp infection was cured after one month of medication.
research Efficacy of CD101, a Novel Echinocandin, in the Treatment of Dermatophytosis Using a Guinea Pig Model
CD101 is highly effective in treating dermatophytosis in guinea pigs.
research Is This Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp in a White Child?
The case suggests that dissecting cellulitis of the scalp can occur in a White child and should be considered when diagnosing pediatric scarring alopecia.
research New Antifungal Agents and Formulations Against Dermatophytes
New topical antifungals and delivery systems are improving treatment for fungal skin infections, but patient education and prevention are key.
research Concept of Tinea Capitis
Terbinafine is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis, a scalp infection often confused with other conditions.
research Dermoscopy and Ultraviolet-Enhanced Fluorescence Dermoscopy Increase the Accuracy of Diagnosis and Are Useful in Assessing the Effectiveness of Kerion Celsi Treatment
Advanced dermoscopy techniques improve diagnosis and treatment monitoring for Kerion celsi but don't guarantee full hair regrowth.
research Phototoxic Reaction to Oral Terbinafine Due to Tinea Capitis in a Child
Terbinafine can cause skin reactions when exposed to sunlight, so sun exposure should be avoided during treatment.
research Majocchi's Granuloma in a High School Wrestler
A high school wrestler's skin rash was cured with antifungal medication after a misdiagnosis and incorrect treatment led to a fungal infection.
research Deep Facial Mycosis Due to Trichophyton Verrucosum—Molecular Genetic Identification of the Dermatophyte in Paraffin-Embedded Tissue—Case Report and Review of the Literature
An 80-year-old man's deep beard infection was cured with oral terbinafine after identifying the fungus Trichophyton verrucosum.
research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research Tinea Capitis: A Practical Approach
The article concludes that proper antifungal treatment is essential for treating scalp fungal infections in children, and trichoscopy is useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
research Trichophyton Tonsurans-Induced Kerion Celsi with Decreased Defensin Expression and Paradoxically Increased Interleukin-17A Production
Terbinafine effectively treated kerion celsi despite disrupted immune responses.
research Kerion Type of Tinea Capitis Treated with Double Pulse Dose Terbinafine
Double pulse dose terbinafine effectively treats kerion type of tinea capitis.
research South Asian Epidemic of Antifungal Therapeutic Failures: Congress Proceedings and Take-home Messages. First International Congress of SAARCUM: South Asian Alliance Against Recalcitrant Cutaneous Mycosis. 17 November 2018, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, India
The congress concluded that misuse of antifungal drugs in South Asia has led to widespread treatment failure, and new approaches and regional cooperation are needed.
research Revival of Favus in Japan Caused by Trichophyton Schoenleinii
Favus, a rare fungal infection, has reappeared in Japan.
research Kerion Celsi: A Clinical Epidemiological Study
Early diagnosis and effective treatment of kerion Celsi prevent scarring and permanent hair loss.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Alopecia Areata
A scalp infection can look like alopecia areata and get worse if treated incorrectly.
research A Recurrent Case of Adult Favus Successfully Treated with Terbinafine
A woman in Turkey with a scalp infection was cured using oral and topical antifungals after a recurrence due to not following the treatment properly.
research High-Value Dermatology: Five Laboratory Tests to Reconsider
The article suggests that five common skin-related lab tests may be unnecessary and could cause extra cost and anxiety without improving patient care.
research Kerion Celsi Due to Microsporum Audouinii: A Severe Form in an Immunocompetent Girl
A 9-year-old girl with a healthy immune system was successfully treated for a severe fungal scalp infection caused by Microsporum audouinii.
research Therapy and Antifungal Susceptibility Profile of Microsporum Canis
Terbinafine and itraconazole are more effective against Microsporum canis than fluconazole and griseofulvin.
research Unusual Microsporum Canis Infections in Adult HIV Patients
Itraconazole was effective in treating unusual M. canis infections in only one of two HIV-infected men.
research Adult Black Dot Tinea Capitis Caused by Trichophyton Tonsurans Complicated with Herpes Zoster
A woman with a scalp infection and herpes recovered fully after treatment.
research Guidelines of Care for Superficial Mycotic Infections of the Skin: Tinea Capitis and Tinea Barbae
Treat scalp and beard fungal infections early with oral antifungal medication and sometimes topical therapy, avoiding unnecessary allergy tests and surgery.
research Kerion: An Unusual Presentation in the Otolaryngology Department
A fungal infection in the neck caused severe breathing issues, treated successfully with antibiotics and antifungal medication.
research Tinea Capitis Induced by Barber Shaving: Isolation of Trichophyton Tonsurans
Unsanitary barber practices can spread scalp infections, treatable with oral antifungals.
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.