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GlossaryDermatophytosis (Ringworm of the Body)

fungal infection of skin, hair, or nails, often called ringworm

Dermatophytosis, also known as ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by dermatophytes. These fungi thrive in warm, moist environments and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, animals, or contaminated surfaces. The infection typically presents as red, itchy, circular rashes with clearer skin in the center, resembling a ring.

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research Tinea Corporis and Tinea Capitis

3 citations, May 2007 in “Pediatrics in review”

Ringworm of the body and scalp is treated with antifungal creams and oral medication, and children with scalp ringworm don't need to miss school.

research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Cicatricial Alopecia: What Host and Dermatophyte Factors Lead to This Unusual Clinical Presentation?

21 citations, February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

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 Most Important Skin Diseases of Children: Their Diagnosis and Treatment

April 1955 in “Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine”

Children's skin diseases need special care and treatment.

A Retrospective Case Series: Unique Clinical Presentation and Treatment Outcomes of Trichophyton Violaceum and Soudanense Tinea in a Pediatric Population

research A Retrospective Case Series: Unique Clinical Presentation and Treatment Outcomes of Trichophyton Violaceum and Soudanense Tinea in a Pediatric Population

September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral terbinafine is more effective than griseofulvin for treating certain scalp infections in children.

research Fungal Skin Infections in Children: Focus on Tinea Capitis

11 citations, January 2017 in “Pediatrics in review”

Accurate diagnosis and proper treatment are crucial for managing fungal skin infections in children.

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community What Works to Restore Hairloss for Cis-Males? Not Much

in Treatment 18 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair regrowth treatments for cis-males include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Estrogen and testosterone blockers can help restore hair loss but may not suit everyone.

community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?

in Chat 70 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.

community Whats this thing on my scalp I tried killing it for over a year with salicylic acid and freeze off but it doesn’t help. Could this thing affect my follicles ? My hairloss started when this thing grew and minoxidil and fin haven’t been doing anything any other treatments?

in Minoxidil 32 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's scalp issue that may be causing their hair loss and potential treatments, such as salicylic acid, finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and visiting a dermatologist.