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.
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research Inflammatory Tinea Capitis (Kerion) Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis
Prompt treatment of inflammatory tinea capitis (kerion) is crucial to prevent scarring and hair loss.
research Clinical and Cure Profile of Tinea Capitis Patients
Most tinea capitis patients were young boys with cat contact, had scaly patches caused by Microsporum canis, and improved with griseofulvin treatment.
research Evaluation of Serum UL16 Binding Protein 3 in Patients with Tinea Capitis
ULBP3 levels are higher in Tinea capitis patients and may help predict the disease's severity.
research Innate Immunity Activation of Sebocyte Cells by Living Bacteria: Evidence of a Potential Immunosuppressive Effect of DHT
DHT may reduce inflammation caused by certain bacteria in skin cells.
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 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 Disorders of the Nails and Hair Associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
HIV can cause various nail and hair disorders, important for early diagnosis and treatment.
research The Assessment and Management of Tinea Capitis in Children
Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.
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 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 Trichoscopy as a Useful Method to Differentiate Tinea Capitis from Alopecia Areata in Children at Zagazig University Hospitals
Trichoscopy is good for telling apart tinea capitis and alopecia areata in kids.
research Contact Dermatitis in Reaction to 2% Topical Minoxidil Solution
Minoxidil solution can cause skin irritation and allergies in some users.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Cicatricial Alopecia: What Host and Dermatophyte Factors Lead to This Unusual Clinical Presentation?
Some cases of tinea capitis, a fungal scalp infection, can look like scarring hair loss due to the body's immune response and the fungus itself.
research Cocaine-Related Bullous Disease
Cocaine use can cause a blistering skin disease.
research Topical Minoxidil Reduces Blood Pressure
Minoxidil can lower blood pressure in some people.
research Multiple Myeloma-Associated Amyloidosis Presenting With Acrolocalized Acquired Cutis Laxa
A man with rare skin changes on his fingers was diagnosed with multiple myeloma-linked amyloidosis.
research What's Missing From This Picture? An Approach to Alopecia in Children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.
research Hair Loss in Children: Causes, Impact, and Management
Children's hair loss has many causes and requires careful diagnosis and personalized treatment, including emotional support.
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 Comma Hairs: A New Dermoscopic Marker for Tinea Capitis
Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
research Surgery of Kerion: A Nightmare for Nondermatologists
Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
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 Managing Scalp Ringworm in Children
New treatments for children's scalp ringworm are recommended based on recent data.
research Oral Cyclosporin Does Not Arrest Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research New York Dermatological Society
The meeting highlighted the complexity and variability of skin conditions and differing opinions on their diagnoses and treatments.
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 Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis is a scalp fungal infection in children that can cause hair loss, scaling, and other symptoms.
research Cat Contact as a Risk Factor for Tinea Capitis Infection
Touching cats can increase the risk of getting a fungal scalp infection, especially in boys and kids over 5.
research Successful Treatment of Tinea Capitis Caused by Microsporum Canis Using Griseofulvin
Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis caused by Microsporum canis.