Kerion is a rare but serious scalp infection that needs proper treatment.
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January 2021 in “International journal of general medicine” An 8-year-old boy with a scabies infection was successfully treated with permethrin, antihistamines, and antibiotics.
September 2010 in “Reactions weekly” The combination of tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate may cause severe scalp inflammation.
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January 1999 in “Dermatology” Acyclovir can prevent rejection of skin grafts in herpes-related lip leucoderma.
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January 2024 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” Ayurvedic treatments can effectively regrow hair in Alopecia Areata with few side effects.
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November 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” Ashy dermatosis may be linked to atopy and thyroid disease and can be treated with topical steroids.
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January 2017 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” The traditional hair pack effectively reduced dandruff without any side effects.
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February 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
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February 2013 in “PubMed” An 11-year-old girl's hair loss was caused by a Cladosporium fungal infection, which was cured with itraconazole treatment.
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May 2005 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie” Oral zinc and topical steroids can effectively treat chronic scalp pustules and hair loss in elderly patients.
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November 2009 in “Nurse prescribing” Oral griseofulvin for 6-12 weeks cures most scalp fungal infections in children.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Natural compounds from Ayurvedic herbs may effectively treat dandruff and promote hair growth.
March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
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September 2005 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A man with scalp and neck skin issues improved after a year of oral isotretinoin.
September 2023 in “Cosmoderma” Early diagnosis and treatment of favus can prevent permanent hair loss.
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June 2019 in “Archives of dermatological research” Combining DPCP and anthralin helps regrow hair in some alopecia areata patients.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.
January 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Eyelash loss can temporarily occur from chemotherapy for retinoblastoma.
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January 2018 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A homeopathic antidandruff shampoo caused severe hair matting in a girl.
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October 2007 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Combining isotretinoin and dapsone effectively treated a challenging scalp condition.
July 2017 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” Ayurvedic treatments effectively and permanently treated hair loss in a week.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Ayurvedic treatments significantly improved hair regrowth in a woman with alopecia areata.
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June 2022 in “International Journal of Infectious Diseases” A fungal infection was successfully treated with oral and topical antifungals after being misdiagnosed and worsened by corticosteroids.
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January 2020 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Certain skin rashes can indicate COVID-19 severity, with chilblains-like rashes linked to milder cases and livedoid patterns to more severe cases.
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December 2001 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A woman recovered from hair loss and skin eruptions after stopping a tuberculosis drug and using steroids.
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April 2017 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Oral isotretinoin effectively treated the man's painful scalp condition and hair loss.
December 2024 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” Shirodhara improves scalp health, hair growth, and skin appearance by reducing stress and enhancing circulation.
June 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A 13-year-old boy with a rare scalp condition improved significantly with isotretinoin, minoxidil, oral steroids, and antiseptic shampoo.
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January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some patients taking antipsychotic medications experience skin reactions, ranging from mild to severe.
January 2024 in “Sanjeevani Darshan National Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” The treatment may help regrow hair in Alopecia Areata.