The burden of superficial cutaneous fungal infections (SCFIs) among outpatient visits in the United States is high and ...

Tinea capitis causes hair loss, scaling, erythema, and impetigo-like lesions. It is the most common dermatophyte infection found in children under the age of 12, especially in African Americans.

Introduction Tinea capitis is the most common form of dermatophytosis among children, contributing significantly to the global burden of skin and hair infections. However, an accurate account of its ...

Tinea capitis occurs when a type of fungus infects the scalp and hair follicles. This can cause the scalp to itch, flake, swell, and become red. Fluid-filled sores might appear in the affected area, ...

SINCE Margarot and Deveze 1, studying tinea capitis in man, discovered in 1925 that infected hairs would fluoresce upon exposure to ultra-violet light, extensive use has been made of this ...

Considering taking supplements to treat tinea capitis? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of tinea capitis. Follow the links to read common uses ...

On physical examination, several circular and irregular patches, with raised, erythematous borders and central hypopigmentation, were prominent on his scalp, neck, abdomen and back (figures 1 and 2); ...