A rapid screening method using trichoscopy and clinical data can improve diagnosis and treatment of tinea capitis.
February 2024 in “Medical mycology case reports” Unusual fungal structures were found in a boy's scalp infection, successfully treated with medication.
January 2024 in “Medical mycology journal” A mother and her two daughters got a skin infection from their cat.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Research Publications” Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis caused by Microsporum canis.
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Combining dermoscopy and calcium fluorescent white staining improves diagnosis and treatment of hair fungal infections.
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October 2010 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Griseofulvin is the best treatment for tinea capitis in children, but more research is needed on other treatments and safety.
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October 2016 in “Medical mycology” PCR-ELISA is better for identifying the fungus causing scalp infections in Ugandan children than traditional methods.
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