research Diagnosis directs treatment in fungal infections of the skin.
Proper diagnosis is essential for effective treatment of skin fungal infections.
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30 / 706 resultsresearch Tineas—Superficial Dermatophyte Infections
Scalp fungal infections need oral antifungals, while other skin fungal infections can be treated with creams; keep areas dry and don't stop treatment early.
research Isolation of dermatophytes from dogs and cats with suspected dermatophytosis in Western Turkey
Young dogs and cats in Western Turkey often have skin infections caused by fungi, especially Microsporum canis.
research Identification of the causative dermatophyte of tinea capitis in children attending Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda by PCR-ELISA and comparison with conventional mycological diagnostic methods
PCR-ELISA is better for identifying the fungus causing scalp infections in Ugandan children than traditional methods.
research Disease progression of dermatophytic pseudomycetoma in a Persian cat
The cat died from a hard-to-treat fungal infection despite various treatments.
research Progressive and destructive hair follicle infections in a murine cutaneous anthrax model
Anthrax bacteria can infect and destroy hair follicles in mice, but the immune system eventually clears the infection.
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 Dermatophyte infection encircling vitiligo
A woman with vitiligo had a rare fungal infection around her vitiligo patch and it improved with antifungal cream.
research Managing scalp ringworm in children
New treatments for children's scalp ringworm are recommended based on recent data.
research Profile of Dermatoses in North and Middle Andaman District of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Fungal infections were the most common skin problem in North & Middle Andaman.
research Historical aspects of dermatomycoses
Doctors have known about fungal skin infections for a long time, but only made major progress in understanding and treating them since the mid-1800s.
research Tinea Capitis: Trends in Spain
Scalp fungus infections in Spain are a health concern, with changing causes and a need for better treatment and prevention.
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 Contents
The document discusses how to identify and manage common skin conditions in children.
research Tinea capitis in adults
Adults with persistent scalp issues unresponsive to typical treatments should be tested for the fungal infection tinea capitis to start the right antifungal medication.
research Dermal Mass Aspirate from a Persian Cat
The Persian cat has a skin infection caused by a fungus, treatable with antifungal medication.
research Tinea Corporis and Tinea Capitis
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 From diagnosis to recovery: A practical approach to ringworm treatment in cattle
Ringworm in cattle can be effectively treated with Povidone iodine and Whitefield ointment.
research Tinea Kapitis pada Dua Saudara Kandung
Two siblings with tinea capitis improved after treatment with ketoconazole.
research An intrafamilial transmission ofArthroderma benhamiaein Canadian porcupines (Erethizon dorsatum) in a Japanese zoo
Canadian porcupines in a Japanese zoo passed a skin fungus to each other.
research Tinea Capitis Due to Trichophyton soudanense
A 6-year-old girl in the U.S. had a rare scalp infection caused by *Trichophyton soudanense*.
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 Kerion Barbae with Bacterial Superinfection Presenting as a Rapidly Growing Beard Mass: A Diagnostic Dilemma in a Resource-Limited Setting
Kerion barbae should be considered in beard infections to avoid misdiagnosis and complications.
research DENOUEMENT—CONTINUED FROM P. 661
Tinea faciei should be considered in neonatal vesicular lesions and confirmed with KOH examination and culture.
research Tinea Capitis in Adults; An 18-year Epidemiological, Clinical and Mycological study in Korea
Tinea capitis in adults often leads to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis due to atypical symptoms, requiring careful examination for proper treatment.
research Mykogene und piläre Faktoren des Haarabbaus durch Dermatomyzeten* (2. Mitteilung)
Thicker hair resists fungal damage better, and hair color doesn't affect susceptibility.
research Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp that mainly affects children and can cause symptoms from mild itching to severe inflammation.
research Tinea capitis: no incision nor excision
Surgery is not the right treatment for a fungal scalp infection; proper medical treatment is needed.
research Kerion – rare, but important form of tinea capitis – a case report
Kerion is a severe scalp infection that needs quick treatment to avoid permanent hair loss in children.
research [Dermatophytic disease: exuberant hyperkeratosis with cutaneous horns].
Antifungal treatment can improve severe skin infections with cutaneous horns.