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2. Common Types of Scalp Fungi & How to Treat Them - AOL

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   Specifically, scalp fungal infections are often caused by fungi in the microsporum and trichophyton genera. Scalp fungus can cause a variety of symptoms, including: Dry, scaly skin. Redness ...

3. Tinea capitis - Wikipedia

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   The fungus can also exist in a carrier state on the scalp, without clinical symptomatology. Treatment of tinea capitis requires an oral antifungal agent; griseofulvin is the most commonly used drug, but other newer antimycotic drugs, such as terbinafine, itraconazole, and fluconazole have started to gain acceptance.

4. Ketoconazole Shampoo for Hair Loss: Does It Work?

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   Ketoconazole is an antifungal treatment. If your hair loss is linked to scalp ringworm, a healthcare professional may recommend ketoconazole shampoo as part of your treatment plan.

5. The Most Common Reasons People See the Doctor for Scalp Pain

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   Ringworm. Ringworm, aka tinea capitis, isn’t actually caused by a worm—it’s a fungal infection, Dr. Zeichner says. ... The right treatment for your scalp pain ultimately depends on what’s ...

6. Trichophyton tonsurans - Wikipedia

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   Trichophyton tonsurans is a fungus in the family Arthrodermataceae that causes ringworm infection of the scalp. It was first recognized by David Gruby in 1844. [1] Isolates are characterized as the "–" or negative mating type of the Arthroderma vanbreuseghemii complex.

7. Clotrimazole - Wikipedia

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   Topical clotrimazole is usually not effective in the treatment of fungal infections of the scalp or nails. [citation needed] When using over-the-counter drug clotrimazole products, use should be discontinued if the condition does not improve after treatment for 2 weeks for jock itch or after 4 weeks for athlete's foot or ringworm. [9]