research Case Report of Tinea Capitis Caused by Combined Microsporum audouinii and Microsporum canis
A 10-year-old boy's scalp infection was cured with oral medication in two months.
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30 / 1000+ results research Kerion celsi due to Microsporum audouinii: a severe form in an immunocompetent girl
A 9-year-old girl with a healthy immune system was successfully treated for a severe fungal scalp infection caused by Microsporum audouinii.
research RINGWORM OF THE SCALP
Ringworm of the scalp can heal on its own, especially if caused by animal-related fungi.
research PHILADELPHIA DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY
One child resisted treatment, while the other was successfully treated for scalp ringworm.
research Tinea Capitis: An Overview with Emphasis on Management
New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
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 Scalp Fungus Infections in the Eastern ProvinceOf Saudi Arabia
Tinea capitis is common in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia and can be effectively treated.
research Gray Patch Tinea Capitis by Microsporum canis in a Child: A Case Report Highlighting Environmental Risk Factors and Diagnostic Nuances
Environmental factors like shared combs can spread tinea capitis, and trichoscopy helps diagnose it.
research Successful Treatment of Tinea Capitis Caused by Microsporum canis Using Griseofulvin
Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis caused by Microsporum canis.
research The infected hairs of tinea capitis due to Microsporum canis: Demonstration of uniqueness of the hair cuticle by scanning electron microscopy
The hair cuticle acts as a barrier against fungal infection, which occurs only deep within the hair follicle.
research Tinea Capitis: A Practical Approach
The article concludes that proper antifungal treatment is essential for treating scalp fungal infections in children, and trichoscopy is useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
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 Evaluation of Serum UL16 Binding Protein 3 in Patients with Tinea capitis
ULBP3 levels are higher in Tinea capitis patients and may help predict the disease's severity.
research Feline dermatophytosis
Combining systemic and topical treatments, guided by weekly fungal cultures, effectively treats cat ringworm.
research Management of tinea capitis in childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research A Case Report of Tinea Capitis in Children: Utility of Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor the treatment of fungal scalp infections in children.
research Coexistence of Malassezia Species and Microsporum canis in the Lesions of Adult with Tinea Capitis
An adult woman with scalp infection recovered after antifungal treatment, with no return of symptoms.
research Clinical and Cure Profile of Tinea Capitis Patients
Most tinea capitis patients were young boys with cat contact, had scaly patches caused by Microsporum canis, and improved with griseofulvin treatment.
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 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 Epidemiologic and Molecular Characterization of Zoonotic Dermatophytes from Pet Dogs and Cats in Egypt
Pets in Egypt can pass skin fungus, especially Microsporum canis, to humans, with outdoor and young pets being more at risk.
research Tinea Capitis Caused by Microsporum ferrugineum in an Infant during the First Year of Life
Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis in infants.
research Cat Contact as A Risk Factor for Tinea Capitis Infection
Touching cats can increase the risk of getting a fungal scalp infection, especially in boys and kids over 5.
research Tinea Capitis: An Updated Review
Tinea capitis in young children requires oral antifungal treatment for effective management.
research Tinea capitis in Older Adults: A Neglected and Misdiagnosed Scalp Infection—A Systematic Review of Reported Cases
Tinea capitis in older adults is often misdiagnosed but can be effectively treated with antifungal therapy.
research Treatment of tinea capitis – a critical appraisal
Griseofulvin is the best treatment for tinea capitis in children, but more research is needed on other treatments and safety.
research TINEA CAPITIS
Tinea capitis is a common scalp infection causing hair loss, mostly in young children.
research Hair Loss in Children
Children's hair loss has many causes and requires careful diagnosis and personalized treatment, including emotional support.
research Antioxidant Activity and In Vitro Inhibition Property of Mitrocarpus hirtus Leaf Extracts Against Tinea capitis (Scalp Ringworm)
Mitrocarpus hirtus leaf extracts may help fight scalp ringworm.
research Pediatric Tinea Capitis
Children with scalp fungal infections need proper diagnosis and treatment, usually with antifungal medications, and newer drugs may offer quicker recovery.