December 2020 in “Jurnal RSMH Palembang (Online)” A man with a fungal scalp infection got better after treatment with griseofulvin, cetirizine, and ketoconazole shampoo.
March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
December 2025 in “Journal of Mycology and Infection” Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis in infants.
September 2024 in “BMJ Case Reports” An adult had a rare scalp infection in the forehead area, treated successfully with itraconazole.
January 2024 in “Medical mycology journal” A mother and her two daughters got a skin infection from their cat.
July 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” Most rural children with scalp ringworm had a non-inflammatory type and early treatment is important to prevent complications.
October 2022 in “The Journal of Family Practice” Tinea capitis is a scalp fungal infection in children that can cause hair loss, scaling, and other symptoms.
May 2020 in “The Journal of Pediatrics” Tinea capitis can be quickly diagnosed and treated using dermoscopy to prevent hair damage.
December 2014 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin” Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis kerion type.
February 2013 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood Education & Practice” Kerion, a severe scalp infection, causes hair loss and needs oral antifungal treatment.
July 2000 in “The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal” Tinea faciei should be considered in neonatal vesicular lesions and confirmed with KOH examination and culture.
January 2000 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” A woman had hair loss and scalp nodules due to black piedra, confirmed by tests.
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January 2014 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” Trichosporon inkin and Trichosporon mucoides can cause white piedra on scalp hair.
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January 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology” A 3-year-old boy's scalp infection was treated with ketoconazole.
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November 2014 in “PubMed” Tinea infections need proper diagnosis and treatment with topical or oral antifungals based on severity and location.
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September 1997 in “Archives of Dermatology” The boy likely has a fungal infection causing hair loss.
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August 2011 Prompt treatment of tinea capitis with oral antifungals leads to excellent recovery, but delayed care can cause permanent hair loss.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Dermatoscopy can quickly help distinguish between alopecia areata and tinea capitis in children.
Early diagnosis and treatment of alopecia in children are crucial for their well-being.
April 1992 in “Pediatrics in Review” Quick, simple tests help diagnose children's skin fungal infections.
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April 2014 in “European journal of medicinal chemistry” New compounds similar to cromakalim were less effective at inhibiting insulin release but improved in solubility and one acted as a calcium entry blocker, not a potassium channel opener.
March 2010 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
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June 1947 in “Analytical Chemistry” Cold waving solutions quickly reduce cystine to cysteine in hair.
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
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January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Hair can't be reliably repaired once damaged; prevention and proper product use are key to maintaining hair health.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Cosmetic procedures can harm hair, but damage can be minimized with knowledge and care; however, once hair is damaged, it cannot be reliably repaired.
October 2015 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair straightening changes hair structure and can cause damage if done wrong, but improvements in the methods are expected to continue.
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January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
January 2024 in “Current research in toxicology” Thallium is highly toxic, causing severe health issues, and Prussian blue is the best antidote.