research Central hair loss in African American women: Incidence and potential risk factors
Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
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research Tinea capitis in adult women masquerading as bacterial pyoderma
Tinea capitis can be misdiagnosed as bacterial infection in adult women but is treatable with antifungal medication.
research The role of ingrown hairs in persistent kerion of children: A clinical study
Removing ingrown hairs can significantly improve persistent kerion in children.
research Trichodynia and telogen effluvium in COVID-19 patients: Results of an international expert opinion survey on diagnosis and management
COVID-19 patients often experience hair loss and scalp pain, which may be related to the severity of their infection and treatment drugs.
research Acne keloidalis nuchae: risk factors and associated disorders – a retrospective study
The study suggests that acne keloidalis nuchae is linked to conditions like pseudofolliculitis barbae, scalp infections, metabolic syndrome, and is more common in males with an average onset age of 25.4 years.
research Tinea Capitis in Three Adults
Tinea capitis is rare in healthy adults but should be considered in scalp issues.
research Tinea capitis favosa misdiagnosed as tinea amiantacea
Misdiagnosis led to permanent hair loss, stressing the need for proper scalp tests.
research Casts and pseudocasts
It's important to tell the difference between hair casts, pseudocasts, and nits.
research Infectious Alopecia in a Dog Breeder After Renal Transplantation
A kidney transplant patient got a fungal infection from her dogs, but treatment improved her condition and hair grew back.
research Misdiagnosed dermatophytosis
Misdiagnosed skin infections led to ineffective treatments and serious complications.
research Clinicopathological study of cutaneous adnexal cyst with some unusual presentation
Most skin cysts were common types found in unusual body parts, and examining tissue samples is important for accurate diagnosis.
research Tinea capitis caused by Trichophyton tonsurans presenting as an obscure patchy hair loss due to daily antifungal shampoo use
Daily use of antifungal shampoo can hide symptoms and make it hard to diagnose fungal scalp infections.
research Gray Patch Tinea Capitis Caused by Microsporum canis
A boy's scalp rash and baldness were cured using oral medication and medicated shampoo.
research The Mystery of an Inflamed "Soul Patch".
A fungal infection caused the skin issue, and it was cured with antifungal treatment.
research Electric Hair Follicular Stimulation
Electric Follicle Stimulation may promote hair growth and density with no known side effects.
research PHILADELPHIA DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY
One child resisted treatment, while the other was successfully treated for scalp ringworm.
research Tinea capitis occurring in adults – a report of two cases with atypical presentation
Two adults with unusual scalp fungus symptoms were successfully treated.
research Stability of Hairline Lowering Using Small Footprint Soft Tissue Anchoring Devices
The Endotine Forehead-mini effectively lowers the hairline with lasting results and minimal risks.
research P075 A randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy and safety of oral tofacitinib vs. methotrexate in moderate-to-severe alopecia areata
Tofacitinib was more effective than methotrexate for treating alopecia areata.
research Black Piedra - A Case Report
A woman had hair loss and scalp nodules due to black piedra, confirmed by tests.
research Follicular Unit Extraction: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Hair Transplantation
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a less invasive hair transplant method with minimal scarring, suitable for about 60% of patients, especially those needing fewer grafts and quicker recovery.
research Hair Sciences: An interview with Dr. Rodney Sinclair on female pattern hair loss
Dr. Rodney Sinclair uses a detailed grading system to diagnose female pattern hair loss, recommends daily spironolactone and minoxidil for treatment, and believes genetics play a role in the condition.
research Temporal Triangular Alopecia: Report of an African‐American Child with TTA Misdiagnosed as Refractory Tinea Capitis
A child was initially wrongly diagnosed with a fungal scalp infection but actually had a non-scarring hair loss condition called Temporal Triangular Alopecia.
research Disorders of hair in infants and children other than alopecia
A mushroom extract might reduce hair loss and liver damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs in animals.
research Tinea Capitis: Trends in Spain
Scalp fungus infections in Spain are a health concern, with changing causes and a need for better treatment and prevention.
research Utility of trichoscopy in tinea capitis
Trichoscopy is a useful, quick, and non-invasive way to diagnose tinea capitis.
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 Complications in Hair Restoration Surgery
Successful hair transplant surgery depends on careful patient selection, proper surgical plan and technique, and attentive aftercare.
research Tinea capitis mimicking dissecting cellulitis of the scalp: a histopathologic pitfall when evaluating alopecia in the post‐pubertal patient
A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
research Hairline Lowering
A cosmetic procedure can lower the hairline by up to 10 cm, with high satisfaction but potential for temporary sensation loss and rare risks.