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fungal infections scalp - scalp fungus
Definition for fungal infections scalp
Tinea capitis (also called ringworm of the scalp) is a skin disorder that usually affects only children.
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Tinea capitis (also called ringworm of the scalp) is a skin disorder that usually affects only children. It can be persistent and contagious, however, it often disappears spontaneously at puberty.
The fungi that cause tinea infections thrive in warm, moist areas. You have an increased risk for tinea infection if you have poor hygiene, prolonged wetness of the skin (such as from sweating), and minor skin or scalp injuries.
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Dermatophytoses: Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Professional
... organisms by culture is unnecessary except for scalp infection (where an ... Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) is a dermatophyte infection of the scalp. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec10/ch120/ch120c.html
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard-Topic Overview
Is this topic for you? This topic is about ringworm of the scalp or beard. For information about other fungal infections, see the topics Athlete's Foot, Diaper Rash, ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/ringwor...
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Ringworm (Tinea): Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition
... pedis is a common fungal infection that usually appears during warm ... Scalp ringworm. Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis) is a fungal infection of the scalp. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec18/ch212/ch212c.html
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Dermatophytoses: Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Professional
Fungal Skin Infections. Dermatophytoses ... except for scalp infection (where an ... Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) is a dermatophyte infection of the scalp. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/print/sec10/ch120/ch120c.html
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Fungal Nail Infections - Related Information - Yahoo! Health
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Ringworm of the Skin. Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS ... Health Home skinconditions Fungal Nail Infections - Related Information ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-resources/fungal-nail...
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Candidiasis: Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition
Infections. Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders. Liver and Gallbladder Disorders ... life-threatening systemic candidiasis (see Fungal Infections: Candidiasis) ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec18/ch212/ch212b.html
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Ringworm (scalp) - MayoClinic.com
Ringworm (scalp) ? Comprehensive overview covers causes, symptoms and treatments. ... of the scalp is closely related to other fungal infections with similar names: ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ringworm/DS00892
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Tinea corporis
The following raise your risk for a fungal infection: ... fungal infections, or an infection that ... Spread of tinea to feet, scalp, groin, or nails ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000877.htm
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Fungal Nails Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Fungal infections can involve either the toenails or the fingernails. ... over the surfaces of the elbows, knees, scalp, and around or in the ears, navel, ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/fungal_nails/glossary.htm
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Tinea Versicolor: Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition
... (pityriasis versicolor) is a fungal infection of the topmost layer of ... to the affected areas (including the scalp) at bedtime, left on overnight, and ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec18/ch212/ch212d.html
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Tinea corporis
The following raise your risk for a fungal infection: ... fungal infections, or an infection that ... Spread of tinea to feet, scalp, groin, or nails ...
http://adam.about.com/HIE/000877.htm
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Ringworm (scalp): Causes - MayoClinic.com
Ringworm (scalp) ? Comprehensive overview covers causes, symptoms and treatments. ... Fungal infections, such as ringworm, are caused by microorganisms that become ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ringworm/DS00892/DSECTION=causes
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Topics beginning with F
Fungal infection - scalp see Tinea capitis. Fungal infection - skin see Cutaneous candidiasis. Fungal keratitis see Corneal ulcers and infections. Fungal nail ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/encyclopedia_F.htm
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard-Cause
Ringworm of the scalp is most commonly caused by the fungus ... The medical term for fungal infections is tinea, followed by a word that ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/ringwor...
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard - Topic Overview - Yahoo! Health
Ringworm is contagious. It spreads when you come into close ... fungal infections, see the topics Athlete's Foot, Diaper Rash, and Fungal Nail Infections. ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-causes/ringworm-of-th...
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Ringworm (scalp): Symptoms - MayoClinic.com
Ringworm (scalp) ? Comprehensive overview covers causes, symptoms and treatments. ... Superficial fungal infections. In: Habif TP. ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ringworm/DS00892/DSECTION=symptoms
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Ringworm Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Fungal infections can involve either the toenails or the fingernails. ... Tinea capitis: A superficial fungus infection of the skin, affecting the scalp. ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/ringworm/glossary.htm
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Ringworm of the Skin - Topic Overview - Yahoo! Health
Ringworm is contagious. It spreads when you have skin-to-skin contact with a ... Foot, Diaper Rash, Fungal Nail Infections, and Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-overview/ringworm-of-...
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MedlinePlus: Tinea Infections
Fungal Infections of the Skin(American Academy of Dermatology) Tinea (Fungal Skin Infection)(American ... Scalp Ringworm (Tinea Capitis)(Logical Images) ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tineainfections.html
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Diseases and Conditions Encyclopedia : Discovery Health
Hair loss can occur as thinning hair or complete baldness. ... treat cancer infections, such as a fungal infection of the scalp or a sexually ...
http://health.discovery.com/encyclopedias/illnesses.html?chr...
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Tinea Versicolor: Fungal Skin Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition
Fungal Skin Infections. Tinea Versicolor ... areas (including the scalp) at bedtime, left on overnight, and washed off in the ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/print/sec18/ch212/ch212d.html
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KOH (potassium hydroxide) preparation for ringworm
Doctors use the KOH preparation to determine whether a fungal infection is present on the skin, scalp, or beard.A doctor or nurse takes a sample of skin by lightly ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/koh-potass...
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Mayo Clinic medical information and tools for healthy living ...
46 results found for "fungal infections" Displaying results 1 - 10. Nail fungus ... Ringworm (scalp) Ringworm (scalp) ? Comprehensive overview covers causes, ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/SEARCH/Search/KEYWORDS=fung...
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard - Symptoms - Yahoo! Health
... round or oval patches of baldness or scaly skin on the scalp or beard. Typically, the circular patches spread along ... When fungal infections occur, other ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-symptoms/ringworm-of-...
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Ringworm (Tinea) Pictures Slideshow: A collection of Photos on WebMD.com
Ringworm is the most common fungal infection of the nails, also called ... of severe or resistant infections on the scalp or nails, doctors may prescribe ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/slideshow-ringworm
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Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis: Immunodeficiency Disorders: Merck ...
... infection with Candida (candidiasis?see Fungal Infections: ... may cause mouth infections (thrush) and infections of the scalp, skin, and nails. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec16/ch184/ch184d.html
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Athlete's Foot-Related Information
Healthwise provides related information on athlete's foot. ... Fungal Nail Infections. Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Ringworm of the Skin ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/athlete...
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terbinafine - Skin Diseases, Conditions, Symptoms, and Procedures on ...
Since fungal infections of the skin and nails usually are not a serious problem, ... to Treat Ringworm of the Scalp. Back to Medications Index. Privacy Policy ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/Art.asp?li=MNI&ArticleKey=6744
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St. James Hospital and Health Centers
Massage your baby's scalp gently with your fingers or a soft brush to loosen the ... Secondary bacterial or fungal infections. When to Contact a Medical Professional ...
http://stjameshospital.adam.com/content.aspx?productId=117&pid=1&gid=000963
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Top 6 Causes of Hair Loss on Yahoo! Health
A hair's natural cycle is for it to grow for several years, then fall out and be ... Fungal scalp infections (also called ringworm) and bacterial infections of the ...
http://health.yahoo.com/experts/yourhealth/1961/top-6-causes-of-hair-loss/
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Ringworm of the body - MayoClinic.com
... the scalp (tinea capitis) ... Fungal infections, such as ringworm, are caused by ... Most fungal infections respond well to these topical agents, ...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ringworm/DS00489/METHOD=print
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Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis: Immunodeficiency Disorders: Merck ...
... infection with Candida (candidiasis?see Fungal Infections: Candidiasis), a yeast. ... mouth infections (thrush) and infections of the scalp, skin, and ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/print/sec16/ch184/ch184d.html
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard - Cause - Yahoo! Health
Ringworm infection is caused by a fungus. Fungi that cause ringworm live and ... The medical term for fungal infections is tinea, followed by a word that ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-causes/ringworm-of-th...
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Search Results
... caused by a severe inflammatory reaction to scalp dermatophyte infection. ... Dermatophytoses are fungal infections of keratin in the skin and nails (nail. ...
http://www.merck.com/mrksearch/SearchServlet?filtN=professio...
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Seborrheic dermatitis
Massage your baby's scalp gently with your fingers or a soft ... Secondary bacterial or fungal infections. When to Contact a Medical Professional Return to top ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000963.htm
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KOH (potassium hydroxide) preparation
The KOH (potassium hydroxide) preparation is used to determine whether a fungal infection is present on the skin.A sample of skin is taken by lightly scraping the ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/KOH-potass...
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Tinea capitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
... as "scalp ringworm")[1] is a superficial fungal infection (dermatophytosis) of ... Fungal Infection: Diagnosis and Management. Cambridge, MA: Blackwell ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tinea_capitis
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Ciclopirox topical - Yahoo! Health
... nail lacquer is used to treat fungal infections of the toenails and fingernails. ... Lather and leave on the hair and scalp for 3 minutes. A timer may be used. ...
http://health.yahoo.com/other-other/ciclopirox-topical/healthwise--d01272a1.html
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Skin Conditions Linked to Diabetes
Fungal infections: A yeast-like fungus called "Candida albicans" is responsible ... itch or blister and appear on the feet, groin, chest and abdomen, scalp or nails) ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/rela...
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Alopecia: Hair Disorders: Merck Manual Home Edition
Normally, about 100 scalp hairs reach the end of resting phase ... fungal infection) ... persistent bacterial or fungal infections, and skin cancer. ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/print/sec18/ch207/ch207c.html
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Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard-References
A list of resources for information on Ringworm. ... Tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp) ... Fungal infections. ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/ringwor...
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Seborrheic dermatitis
Cradle cap is the term used when seborrheic dermatitis affects the scalp of infants. ... Secondary bacterial or fungal infections. Calling your health care provider: ...
http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/000963trt.htm
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Rashes: Problems in Infants and Very Young Children: Merck Manual Home ...
In children, infections of the scalp (tinea capitis) and body (tinea corporis, ... reaction to the fungal infection that leads to a scalp mass (kerion), which may ...
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/print/sec23/ch267/ch267g.html
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Athlete's Foot - Related Information - Yahoo! Health
By Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS. Related Information. Fungal Nail Infections. Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Ringworm of the Skin ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-resources/athlete-s-f...
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Psoriasis
Psoriasis of the scalp affects about 50% of patients. ... Fungal infections, other skin conditions, or circulation problems may also cause ...
http://adam.about.com/reports/Psoriasis.htm
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Ringworm of the Skin - Related Information - Yahoo! Health
Health Home > Skin Conditions > Ringworm of the Skin - Related Information ... Fungal Nail Infections. Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS ...
http://health.yahoo.com/skinconditions-resources/ringworm-of...
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Tinea Versicolor-Related Information
A list of topics related to tinea versicolor. ... Fungal Nail Infections. Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Ringworm of the Skin ...
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/tinea-v...
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Alopecia: Hair Disorders: Merck Manual Professional
Normally, about 100 scalp hairs reach the end of resting phase each day and fall ... or of other bacterial or fungal infections), and signs of virilization in women ...
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec10/ch124/ch124b.html
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Tinea Versicolor - Related Information - Yahoo! Health
By Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS. Related Information. Athlete's Foot. Fungal Nail Infections. Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard. Ringworm of the Skin ...
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Ringworm (Tinea) Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment on ...
Ringworm (tinea) is caused by a fungal infection on the skin. ... treatment, scalp, symptoms, pets, ringworm pictures slideshow ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/ringworm/article.htm
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