research Kerion Celsi Caused by Microsporum Gypseum in a Chinese Child: A Case Report
A Chinese boy's scalp infection from a guinea pig was cured with medication.
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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 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 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 Nails and Hair
Hair and nails can help diagnose diseases, with nail issues often linked to skin conditions and hair loss having various causes and treatments.
research A Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge: Tinea Capitis
Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
research Telogen-Sparing Arthroconidia Involvement in an Adult Case of Endothrix Tinea Capitis
A rare scalp infection in a 66-year-old woman was successfully treated, leading to full hair regrowth.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Alopecia Areata
A scalp infection can look like alopecia areata and get worse if treated incorrectly.
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 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 Comprehensive Review of Tinea Capitis in Adults: Epidemiology, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentations, and Management
Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.
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 Zoonotic Majocchi's Granuloma of the Vulva
A woman and her guinea pig were successfully treated for a fungal infection.
research Asymptomatic Hair Loss in a Patient With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Fungal infections can cause hair loss in lupus patients and should be considered even if rare.
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 Revival of Generalized Favus
A woman with a rare scalp infection was cured after one month of medication.
research Enlarging Alopecic Patch in an African American Woman with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Case of Concomitant Tinea Incognito
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment of hair loss.
research Effectiveness of Systemic Antifungals Against Dermatophytosis
Systemic antifungals are effective in treating skin fungal infections.
research Clinical Study of Kerion and Non-Inflammatory Tinea Capitis
Kerion cases had longer disease duration but responded well to antifungal treatments.
research Malassezia Species Overgrowth in a Chinchilla Cat
The cat's skin condition improved with treatment, but underlying health issues must be addressed.
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 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 Nails and Hair
Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.
research A Randomized, Placebo- and Active-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Multicenter, Investigator-Blinded Study of Four Treatment Regimens of Posaconazole in Adults with Toenail Onychomycosis
Posaconazole is a promising new treatment for toenail fungus.
research A Tricky Case of Hair Loss in a Child: Trichoscopy Saves the Day
Trichoscopy helped diagnose and cure a child's hair loss caused by a fungal infection.
research Disseminated Tinea Incognito Due to Trichophyton Violaceum in a Healthy Child
A fungal infection was successfully treated with oral and topical antifungals after being misdiagnosed and worsened by corticosteroids.
research Clinical Pearls in Dermatology 2018
Remove inflamed cysts surgically, avoid topical antibiotics on wounds, treat skin and mouth conditions with specific medications, and address underlying causes of hair loss.
research World Dermatologic Literature
Prednisone has risks for lupus patients, isotretinoin is safe for mental health, transplant patients risk skin cancer, and various treatments are effective for specific skin conditions.
research Self-Portrait as Self-Evaluation and Follow-Up of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Study
Auto-portraits help evaluate scalp hair.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.