research Tinea capitis in adults.
Tinea capitis in adults is best treated with oral terbinafine, but other medications may be needed for resistant infections, and family and pets should be checked to prevent reinfection.
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research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
research British A ssociation of D ermatologists' guidelines for the management of tinea capitis 2014
Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
research Alopecia-associated pseudocyst of the scalp
A rare scalp condition causing hair loss and cysts in young men can be treated effectively with a specific steroid injection.
research Seborrheic dermatitis-like adult tinea capitis due to Trichophyton rubrum in an elderly man
An elderly man had a scalp infection misdiagnosed as dandruff, treated successfully with antifungal medication.
research Clinical profile of tinea capitis among rural children in Cuddalore district
Most rural children with scalp ringworm had a non-inflammatory type and early treatment is important to prevent complications.
research Ayurvedic Management of Folliculitis Decalvans
Ayurvedic treatment relieved a 5-year-old girl's scalp infection symptoms in two weeks.
research Tinea Kapitis pada Dua Saudara Kandung
Two siblings with scalp fungus improved after 2 months of treatment.
research Clinical Consequences of Delayed Treatment for Tinea Capitis (Ringworm of the Scalp): A Case Report.
Timely and correct treatment is crucial to prevent complications and scarring in children with scalp ringworm.
research Kerion caused by Trichophyton tonsurans in an infant
A baby girl's severe scalp infection caused by a fungus was cured with oral and topical antifungal medications.
research Folliculitis decalvans: A multicenter review of 82 patients
Oral clindamycin and rifampicin are the most effective treatments for Folliculitis decalvans.
research Microsporum canis-Induced Tinea Capitis: A Rapid Screening Algorithm
A rapid screening method using trichoscopy and clinical data can improve diagnosis and treatment of tinea capitis.
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 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 Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment Success with a Novel Surgical Excision Approach Using Guarded High-Tension Sutures
A new surgical method using special sutures significantly reduced wound size and prevented disease return in patients with a scarring scalp condition.
research Unravelling Childhood Tinea Capitis: A Multi-Dimensional Investigation Using Dermoscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Mass Spectrometry
Tinea capitis in a child was caused by a fungus from cats, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research A case of possible Penicillium tinea capitis
Penicillium might rarely cause scalp infection in children.
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 Answers to Dermatophile questions
Kerion, a severe scalp infection, causes hair loss and needs oral antifungal treatment.
research A systematic review of neutrophilic alopecias of the scalp in the pediatric population
Current treatments for neutrophilic alopecias in children are limited and often ineffective, especially for males and those of Afro-Caribbean descent.
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 Hair loss in children in rural population
Teaching kids about hygiene can reduce scalp infections.
research Circumscribed Alopecia: An Unusual Manifestation of Pediculosis Capitis
Head lice can cause unusual patchy hair loss.
research Scalp Bacterial Profile and Antibiotics Susceptibility Pattern in Patients With Primary Cicatricial Alopecia
PCA patients have more harmful bacteria and antibiotic resistance, needing specific testing for treatment.
research Tineas--superficial dermatophyte infections.
Systemic therapy is needed for deep hair follicle infections, and proper dosage is crucial for treatment success.
research A Case of Possible Penicillium Tinea Capitis
A 3-year-old boy's scalp infection was treated with ketoconazole.
research Surgery of Kerion, a Nightmare for Nondermatologists
Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
research Kerion: an unusual presentation in the otolaryngology department
A fungal infection in the neck caused severe breathing issues, treated successfully with antibiotics and antifungal medication.
research Demographic and Histopathological Evaluation in 71 Patients Diagnosed with Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp is more common in young men and often associated with head and neck acne.
research Acne/Folliculitis Keloidalis
Acne keloidalis nuchae is a hair loss condition affecting men of African descent, causing scar-like bumps on the scalp and neck.