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Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
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research - Tumor necrosis factor-alpha inhibitor associated psoriasiform alopecia (drug-induced psoriasiform alopecia)
Some patients on anti-TNF drugs experience a type of hair loss called TAIAPA.
research The protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester incorporated soy lecithin for photoinactivation of fluconazole-resistant Candida albicans
research Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis compared in the treatment of alopecia totalis and universalis. A comparison of the value of topical diphencyprone and tretinoin gel
DPCP is more effective than tretinoin gel for treating severe alopecia.
research Determination of the efficacy of terbinafine hydrochloride nail solution in the topical treatment of dermatophytosis in a guinea pig model
Terbinafine HCl nail solutions with DDAIP HCl are more effective than current treatments for nail infections.
research The Efficacy, Safety, and Recurrence Rate of Diphenylcyclopropenone Topical Immunotherapy for Alopecia Areata: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis
Diphenylcyclopropenone topical immunotherapy is effective for treating alopecia areata, with some side effects.
research Therapy for Alopecia Areata in Mice Using Parathyroid Hormone Agonists and Antagonists, Linked to a Collagen-Binding Domain
research Azathiopine for the Treatment of Extensive Forms of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Azathioprine may help treat severe alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Evaluation of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide and Platelet‐Rich Plasma Therapy in Patients With Mild Patch‐Type Alopecia Areata
PRP is a good alternative to ILTA for treating mild patch-type alopecia areata, with similar effectiveness and fewer side effects.
research Phototherapy in Childhood
Phototherapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating childhood psoriasis and pityriasis lichenoides chronica.
research Case Report: Pulsed electric field treatment of metastatic liver disease demonstrating a possible abscopal response
Pulsed electric field treatment may help shrink untreated liver tumors.
research Die Behandlung androgenisierter Frauen mit intramuskulär applizierbarem Cyproteronacetat
Intramuscular cyproterone acetate effectively treats hirsutism and improves skin conditions in women with hyperandrogenism.
research Treatment of chronic type B hepatitis in Southeast Asia.
Interferon therapy is a promising and safe treatment for hepatitis B in Southeast Asia.
research Clinical Consequences of Delayed Treatment for Tinea Capitis (Ringworm of the Scalp): A Case Report.
Timely and correct treatment is crucial to prevent complications and scarring in children with scalp ringworm.
research Pityriasis amiantacea associated with Staphylococcus aureus super-infection in bedouin patients
Pityriasis amiantacea is linked to Staphylococcus aureus infection and can be effectively treated with antibiotics, corticosteroids, and coal tar.
research Albendazole treatment of echinococcosis in humans: Effects on microsomal metabolism and drug tolerance
Albendazole treatment for echinococcosis can cause serious side effects and requires close monitoring.
research Index of Suspicion
The document says that hookworms are treated with mebendazole and stress-related hair loss usually gets better in 6 months, while other hair loss types have specific treatments.
research A Comparison of the Efficacy, Relapse Rate and Side Effects among Three Modalities of Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata
Intramuscular triamcinolone and pulse therapy with oral predonine are effective for alopecia areata with manageable side effects, but better relapse prevention is needed.
research Olorofim Effectively Eradicates Dermatophytes In Vitro and In Vivo
Olorofim effectively treats fungal skin infections.
research Efektivitas Anti Jamur Sistemik Terhadap Dermatofitosis
Systemic antifungals are effective in treating skin fungal infections.
research Management of adolescent polycystic ovary syndrome
SPIOMET therapy may be a promising alternative to oral contraceptives for treating adolescent PCOS.
research Long-term pubic dermatitis diagnosed as white piedra.
A long-term pubic rash was finally diagnosed as white piedra and cured with ketoconazole.
research Povidone-iodine nail solution is active in treating chemotherapy-associated paronychia
Povidone-iodine nail solution effectively treats nail infections caused by chemotherapy.
research Efficacy of the phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor, apremilast, in a patient with severe alopecia areata
The document did not conclude on apremilast's effectiveness for severe alopecia areata.
research LOSS OF HAIR FOLLOWING PROPYLTHIOURACIL THERAPY
Propylthiouracil treatment can cause hair loss.
research Valproic Acid is an Effective Anti-Emetic Treatment in Alexander Disease (P10-9.010)
Valproic acid is a more effective treatment for vomiting in Alexander disease than other medications, with few side effects.
research METHOTREXATE FOR GENERALIZED PUSTULAR PSORIASIS IN A 2-YEAR-OLD CHILD
Methotrexate effectively treated a 2-year-old's generalized pustular psoriasis without side effects.
research Anti-androgen hormonal therapy for cancer and other diseases
Anti-androgen therapy is crucial for treating cancer and hormone-related diseases, even with low testosterone levels.
research A rare complication of a common infection
Early treatment of a rare scalp infection led to full recovery and hair regrowth.
research Alopecia Areata: An Overview
DPCP works best for alopecia areata, but more research is needed for better treatments.