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Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2013 Tinea capitis (TC) is a common dermatophyte infection of the scalp that can also involve the eyebrows and eyelashes.This study aimed to find the causative fungus responsible for TC in Botswana and determine its association with the clinical types of TC.Samples for potassium hydroxide 10% mounts and fungal cultures were collected in a microbiology ...
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Dermoscopy in general dermatology: A practical overview [PDF]
, 2016 Over the last few years, dermoscopy has been shown to be a useful tool in assisting the noninvasive diagnosis of various general dermatological disorders.
Errichetti, Enzo, Stinco, Giuseppe
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Of lice and math: using models to understand and control populations of head lice [PDF]
arXiv, 2011 In this paper we use detailed data about the biology of the head louse (pediculus humanus capitis) to build a model of the evolution of head lice colonies. Using theory and computer simulations, we show that the model can be used to assess the impact of the various strategies usually applied to eradicate head lice, both conscious (treatments) and ...
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Microsporum audouinii tinea capitis in a Swiss school: assessment and management of patients and asymptomatic carriers [PDF]
, 2017 We report three cases involving 7- to 8-year-old children from a Swiss school who had refractory tinea capitis due to an unusual strain of Microsporum audouinii which perforates hair in vitro.
Bosshard, Philipp P. +2 more
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Pindmised seenhaigused – dermatofüütia [PDF]
, 2009 Dermatofüütia on pindmine infektsioon nahas, karvades ja küüntes, mida tekitavad aeroobsed seened ehk dermatofüüdid. Dermatofüüte tuntakse enam kui 40 liiki, nendest mõned liigid on oluliseks patogeeniks inimesel.
Karelson, Maire
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A mathematical view on head lice infestations [PDF]
arXiv, 2019 Commonly known as head lice, Pediculus humanus capitis are human ectoparasites which cause infestations in children worldwide. Understanding the life cycle of head lice is an important step in knowing how to treat lice infestations, as the parasite behavior depends considerably on its age and gender.
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Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 24, Issue 2, February 2025.ABSTRACT Introduction Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease which results in reversible hair loss. Janus kinase inhibitors are prescribed for severe alopecia areata with encouraging results. There are no studies comparing the efficacy and safety of Janus kinase inhibitors to traditional treatment options, such as topical immunomodulators and ...
Athanasios J. Stefanis +3 more
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What is the best oral antifungal medication for tinea capitis? [PDF]
, 2001 Terbinafine is effective, safe for use in children, and relatively inexpensive, and it offers a shorter course of therapy than griseofulvin. Unfortunately, it is not available in liquid form.
Chambliss, M. Lee, Johnston, Krystol
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The role of ingrown hairs in persistent kerion of children: A clinical study
The Journal of Dermatology, Volume 52, Issue 1, Page 35-42, January 2025.Abstract Tinea capitis, a common public health problem in developing countries, has severe forms such as kerion. However, the underlying mechanisms and standard treatments for persistent cases of tinea capitis or kerion remain controversial. In this work, we investigate the ingrown hairs and corresponding treatment in persistent kerion of children ...
Qi‐Hao Yao +3 more
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The Significance of Mono‐ and Dual‐Effective Agents in the Development of New Antifungal Strategies
Chemical Biology &Drug Design, Volume 105, Issue 1, January 2025.The future of treating challenging fungal infections lies in novel therapies targeting new antifungal targets, overcoming resistance mechanisms, and exploring innovative dual inhibitors. ABSTRACT Invasive fungal infections (IFIs) pose significant challenges in clinical settings, particularly due to their high morbidity and mortality rates.
Cengiz Zobi, Oztekin Algul
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