Case Report: Scalp pityriasis versicolor may be a neglected problem [PDF]
Pityriasis versicolor, a common skin fungal infection, is typically observed on trunk and limb skin. Here, we highlight an unusual presentation: scalp involvement, often overlooked due to its asymptomatic, mildly scaly patches.
Ya Bin Zhou+3 more
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In vivo Gram staining of tinea versicolor. [PDF]
Spence-Shishido A+3 more
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The spectrum of dermatological disorders among primary school children in Dar es Salaam [PDF]
Background Dermatologic disorders are common in many countries but the spectrum varies greatly. Many studies have reported a significant burden of skin diseases in school children.
Mgonda Yassin M, Komba Ewaldo V
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Pityriasis versicolor: insight into current knowledge and treatment possibilities [PDF]
Background: Pityriasis versicolor is a prevalent superficial mycosis caused by saprophytic yeasts of the Malassezia genus. It primarily affects adolescents and young adults, presenting as hypo- or hyperpigmented macules on the skin, commonly located on ...
Jakub Parys+8 more
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Dermatomycosis among Elementary School Children in Jatinangor West Java [PDF]
Background: Dermatomycosis often occurs in tropical countries. Many studies from tropical countries have reported high prevalence of dermatomycosis among elementary school children.
Isni Maulina Sukmara+2 more
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TINEA VERSICOLOR IN AN INSTITUTION [PDF]
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Henry J. Nichols
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Terra Firma-Forme Dermatosis: Clinical Insights, Dermoscopic and Ultraviolet-Induced Fluorescence Dermoscopy Findings-A Case Report and Literature Review. [PDF]
Terra firma–forme dermatosis (TFFD) is a benign skin condition characterized by persistent brownish, yellowish, or gray–black patches, primarily affecting children and young adults. Diagnosis is typically clinical but can be enhanced using dermoscopy and ultraviolet‐induced fluorescence dermoscopy (UVFD).
Łabędź N+6 more
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Systematic Review of the Prevalence of Tinea Pedis in Children. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Background/Objectives Tinea pedis, commonly known as athlete's foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet. While there is extensive research on the prevalence of tinea pedis in adults, data regarding prevalence in children are limited.
Stenderup JEB, Goandal NF, Saunte DML.
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Ultraviolet-induced fluorescence dermoscopy improves the differential diagnosis in the field of general dermatology. [PDF]
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Volume 39, Issue 1, Page 15-16, January 2025.
Ioannides D, Papadimitriou I.
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Cutaneous manifestations of WHIM syndrome. [PDF]
Abstract Warts, Hypogammaglobulinemia, Infections, and Myelokathexis (WHIM) syndrome is a rare immunodeficiency caused by gain‐of‐function mutations in the chemokine receptor CXCR4. While human papillomavirus (HPV) skin infection (warts) is the dermatological hallmark of the disease, individuals with WHIM have high rates of other skin manifestations ...
Adhanom R+8 more
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