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Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
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research Microalgae, Tetraselmis tetrathele has Alopecia Prevention and Scalp Improvement
Tetrathelmis tetrathele extract may help prevent hair loss and improve scalp health.
research Trichosporon inkin and Trichosporon mucoides as unusual causes of white piedra of scalp hair
Trichosporon inkin and Trichosporon mucoides can cause white piedra on scalp hair.
research Characteristics of healthy and androgenetic alopecia scalp microbiome: Effect of Lindera strychnifolia roots extract as a natural solution for its modulation
Lindera strychnifolia root extract may help balance scalp bacteria and potentially reduce hair loss.
research Gut Microbiota and Autoimmune Alopecia Areata: Current Insights from the Literature
Gut microbiota changes might play a role in alopecia areata, and microbiome-targeted treatments show promise.
research Effect of applying Lactiplantibacillus plantarum subsp. plantarum N793 to the scalps of men and women with thinning hair: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study
N793 may improve hair density in people with mild hair thinning.
research Prevention of doxorubicin-induced alopedia by scalp hypothermia: relation to degree of cooling.
Cooling the scalp below 22°C before and during chemotherapy can help prevent hair loss.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a rare condition that causes scarring hair loss, mainly in older women, and requires ongoing treatment.
research Role of trichoscopy in diagnosis of different hair and scalp disorders in pediatrics
Trichoscopy is a useful, painless tool for diagnosing and monitoring children's hair and scalp issues.
research Sample collecting methods for bacterial community structure analysis of scalp hair: non-invasive swabbing versus intrusive hair shaft cutting
Non-invasive swabbing is as effective as cutting hair for collecting scalp hair bacteria.
research Gut Microbiota and Its Association with Alopecia Areata: Insights from a Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
Certain gut bacteria may protect against alopecia areata, while others may increase the risk.
research Reflectance confocal microscopy can differentiate dermoscopic white dots of the scalp between sweat gland ducts or follicular infundibulum
Reflectance confocal microscopy can tell apart white dots on the scalp as either sweat gland ducts or hair follicle openings.
research Epinephrine Vasoconstriction Effect Time in the Scalp Differs According to Injection Site and Concentration
Higher epinephrine concentration and specific injection sites increase scalp vasoconstriction time.
research Effects of a Postbiotic Saccharomyces and Lactobacillus Ferment Complex on the Scalp Microbiome of Chinese Women with Sensitive Scalp Syndrome
SLFC can improve scalp health and reduce sensitive scalp symptoms.
research Implication of Human Bacterial Gut Microbiota on Immune-Mediated and Autoimmune Dermatological Diseases and Their Comorbidities: A Narrative Review
An imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to skin immune diseases and may affect their outcomes and related health issues.
research Gut microbiota in alopecia areata
Alopecia areata may be linked to imbalanced gut bacteria.
research Ketoconazole Shampoo for Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp: A Narrative Review
Ketoconazole shampoo is a safe and effective treatment for scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
research The Impact of Shampoo Wash Frequency on Scalp and Hair Conditions
Washing hair daily is better and preferred, with no negative effects.
research Effect of an oral probiotic formula on scalp and facial skin condition, glucose, and lipid metabolism
Taking a probiotic supplement twice a day improved hair growth, skin hydration, and metabolic health in adults at risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Olink proteomics analysis of scalp psoriasis reveals a cytokine storm inflammatory mainly related to bacterial-derived antigens
Scalp psoriasis inflammation is mainly caused by bacteria-related triggers.
research Mannan oligosaccharides improve the fur quality of raccoon dogs by regulating the gut microbiota
Mannan oligosaccharides improve raccoon dogs' fur quality and overall health.
research Treatment of male rats with finasteride, an inhibitor of 5alpha-reductase enzyme, induces long-lasting effects on depressive-like behavior, hippocampal neurogenesis, neuroinflammation and gut microbiota composition
Finasteride treatment in male rats causes long-lasting effects on depression-like behavior, brain cell growth, inflammation, and gut bacteria composition.
research Research progress of gut microbiota and its metabolites in polycystic ovary syndrome
Gut microbiota may significantly influence polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part I: A review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Dissecting folliculitis (dissecting cellulitis) of the scalp: a 66‐patient case series and proposal of classification
Researchers found that dissecting folliculitis of the scalp is linked to obesity, severity increases with duration and number of nodules, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
research The first case report of kerion-type scalp mycosis caused by Aspergillus protuberus
A rare fungal infection on a child's scalp was successfully treated with antifungal medication.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in a Tuscan Pediatric Dermatological Outpatient Clinic: A Clinical and Epidemiological Evaluation
In a Tuscan pediatric clinic, 7.19% of children had hair or scalp disorders, with nonscarring alopecia being the most common.
research Prospective, Open-Label, Multi-Centre, Randomized Study to Compare the Effectiveness, Safety, and Tolerability of Lulican™ Shampoo Versus Ketoconazole Shampoo in Indian Adult Patients With Mild to Moderate Scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis (LEAD Study)
Lulican™ shampoo is more effective and better tolerated than Ketoconazole for treating scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Antioxidant Activity and In Vitro Inhibition Property of Mitrocarpus hirtus Leaf Extracts Against Tinea capitis (Scalp Ringworm)
Mitrocarpus hirtus leaf extracts may help fight scalp ringworm.