research Pediculosis Capitis
Head lice mainly affect children and are treated with special lice-killing products.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch Infections, Infestations and Neoplasms of the Scalp
The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
research Clinical interest of a nonchemical lotion in head lice management
A nonchemical lotion was found effective in killing head lice and their eggs in most people, indicating it could be useful for managing head lice.
research Hair diseases in childhood
Children's hair diseases include compulsive hair-pulling, easily plucked hair, scalp fungal infections, and head lice, each requiring specific diagnosis and treatment.
research Two copulatory lice with a harasser on scalp hair
A girl with head lice was successfully treated with sulfur ointment and hair shaving.
research The effectiveness of acaricidal drugs in bovine psoroptosis
Deltsid 7.5 is the most effective treatment for bovine psoroptosis.
research Bio insecticide of dayak onion extract (Eleutherine palmifolia (L.) Merr) against the mortality of hair lice (Pediculus humanus capitis) on the incidence of pediculosi capitis at orphanages in Palembang city, Indonesia
research A rare case of coinfection with white piedra and pediculosis capitis
A woman had a rare infection of both white piedra and head lice, which improved after 10 weeks of antifungal treatment.
research Control of lice infestation in horses using a 10 mg/mL deltamethrin topical application
The deltamethrin solution effectively and safely treats and prevents lice in horses for up to one month.
research The involvement of ROS on androgen inducible TGF beta 1 regulation derived from dermal papilla cells; a suggestive implication of ROS on androgenetic alopecia
ROS may affect hair loss related to hormones.
research Effect of Selamectin spot-on against the Lynxacarus radovskyi infestation in cats
Selamectin effectively cured the cats' infestation.
research Circumscribed Alopecia: An Unusual Manifestation of Pediculosis Capitis
Head lice can cause unusual patchy hair loss.
research Scabies with Secondary Infection Resembling Kerion-Type Tinea Capitis
An 8-year-old boy with a scabies infection was successfully treated with permethrin, antihistamines, and antibiotics.
research Efficacy of oral afoxolaner (NexGard®) against natural infestations with Heterodoxus spiniger (Phthiraptera: Boopiidae) in dogs under field conditions
NexGard® and Frontline Combo® are both 100% effective at eliminating lice in dogs.
research Tineas--superficial dermatophyte infections.
Systemic therapy is needed for deep hair follicle infections, and proper dosage is crucial for treatment success.
research 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 White piedra and pediculosis capitis in the same patient
A patient had both white piedra and head lice, showing their differences.
research P‐30 Use of fipronil for treatment of Lynxacarus radovskyi in outdoor cats in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Fipronil effectively treats Lynxacarus radovskyi in outdoor cats.
research Determination of the efficacy of terbinafine hydrochloride nail solution in the topical treatment of dermatophytosis in a guinea pig model
Terbinafine HCl nail solutions with DDAIP HCl are more effective than current treatments for nail infections.
research Immediate and residual antifungal activity of compounds used for whole body and adjuvant topical therapy against Microsporum canis: an in vitro study
Enilconazole and lime sulfur work well for whole body treatment, while other products need frequent application for effective antifungal action.
research Comparison of the in vitro Demodex folliculorum killing activity of azelaic acid and permethrin
Azelaic acid and permethrin both effectively kill the skin mite Demodex folliculorum in a lab setting.
research MANAGEMENT OF NOTOEDRES CATI AND FELICOLA SUBROSTRATUS INFESTATION IN A MALE CAT
The cat's mite and lice infestations were successfully treated with medication and supportive care.
research Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis, a scalp fungal infection in children, is best treated with newer antifungal agents for shorter periods.
research Dermoscopy of skin infestations and infections (entomodermoscopy) – Part I: dermatozoonoses and bacterial infections
Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.
research Spectrum and burden of dermatophytes in children
The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
research Dermatological medications and local therapeutics
Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
research A single-center, prospective, open-label, pilot study of the safety, local tolerability, and efficacy of ultraviolet-C (UVC) phototherapy for the treatment of great toenail onychomycosis
Trichoscopy is a helpful and quick method to diagnose hair loss without shaving.
research Index
The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
research Abstracts from the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology
UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.
research Hair loss: An epidemiologic approach
Hair loss affects 20% of people, more in men and those over 35, and is often associated with a sensitive scalp.