March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
February 2024 in “Infection and drug resistance” Tinea capitis in a child was caused by a fungus from cats, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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July 2009 in “Mycoses” A scalp infection was treated successfully, leading to full hair regrowth.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Infection” A woman with asthma improved from a severe fungal infection after treatment change, and most HIV-positive women in a UK study had low immune cell counts but were responding well to treatment.
July 2024 in “Journal Archives of Health” Adults can get scalp fungal infections, needing quick treatment to prevent spread and hair loss.
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January 2015 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” A woman's scalp infection caused by a fungus led to permanent hair loss and was hard to treat but responded to a specific antifungal.
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November 1989 in “PubMed” Accurate fungal identification is crucial for proper treatment in immunocompromised patients.
July 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A young woman with a rare fungal infection showed significant improvement after treatment with antifungal medication.
December 2023 in “Indian Journal of Canine Practice” A dog's MRSA skin infection was cured with linezolid and fungal treatment in 28 days.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Two newborns with rare skin infections were successfully treated with antifungal cream.
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January 2008 in “Medical mycology” A dog's skin infection caused by the fungus Chaetomium globosum was effectively treated with ketoconazole.
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Terbinafine 250 mg is the most effective treatment for fungal nail infections.
February 2026 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT” The polyherbal shampoo is a safe and effective natural treatment for dandruff and scalp infections.
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November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Dermatophycosis is a treatable fungal skin infection spread by contact with infected animals.
April 2005 in “World Journal of Pharmaceutical and life sciences” Fluconazole-loaded hair gel may offer a longer-lasting dandruff treatment.
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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.
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October 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” The man's skin condition was finally identified as tinea incognito, a fungal infection.
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August 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic medicine.” Ayurvedic treatment effectively improved tinea capitis symptoms.
January 2021 in “Revista brasileira de higiene e sanidade animal” A dog with skin lesions was successfully treated for a human-type fungal infection.
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January 1996 in “Clinical infectious diseases/Clinical infectious diseases (Online. University of Chicago. Press)” Fluconazole is somewhat effective for skin-related sporotrichosis but less so for severe forms, and should be a backup treatment.
January 1991 in “Journal of Pediatric Health Care” Hair loss in children can be caused by fungal infections, trauma, autoimmune disorders, or stress, and treatments vary depending on the cause.
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.
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May 2005 in “Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health” All immigrant workers in the study had skin problems, with fungal nail infections, athlete's foot, and acne or folliculitis being most common, affecting their quality of life, yet they didn't seek medical help.
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
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May 2020 in “Animals” Prompt veterinary care and accurate diagnosis are crucial for effectively treating rare fungal dermatitis in horses.
March 2021 in “Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal /Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal” Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection in dogs that can spread to humans and requires lengthy treatment.
April 2014 in “Jurnal Biomedik : JBM” An 8-year-old girl had nail and hair issues that improved without specific treatment, but fungal nail infection was hard to cure.
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August 2002 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Combining terbinafine and mitotane effectively treated a schnauzer's skin infection and hormone disorder.