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

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   Scalp fungus is often referred to as scalp ringworm. Despite its name, there’s no worm involved — instead, this type of infection is caused entirely by contagious fungi.

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

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   Tinea capitis, or scalp ringworm, is a fungal infection of the scalp hairs. Along with an uncomfortable rash, you might experience hair shedding and scarring alopecia, which is permanent hair loss ...

4. 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.

5. Dermatophytosis - Wikipedia

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   Dermatophytosis, also known as tinea and ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin [2] (a dermatomycosis), that may affect skin, hair, and nails. [1] Typically it results in a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash. [ 1 ]

6. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common ... - AOL

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   Treatment: Ringworm can usually be treated with antifungal creams, lotions, or powders applied to the skin for two to four weeks, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC ...

7. Microsporum audouinii - Wikipedia

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   Microsporum audouinii causes the infections Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and Tinea corporis. [2] These superficial dermal diseases are generally found in prepubescent children (starting at 6 months) and rarely affect adults. [3] There are a few reasons why children are more susceptible to M. audouinii.