Abstract Treatment of dermatophyte infection involves primarily oral and/or topical
formulations of azoles or allylamines, particularly itraconazole and terbinafine. Topical …

Background Tinea capitis is the most common cutaneous fungal infection in children.
Objectives This review aims to evaluate the differences that exist between medications for …

Written by two leaders in the field of pediatric dermatology, this classic text provides both
detailed content for the specialist and easily accessible information for the non …

Objectives To examine factors associated with compliance with dermatologic treatment.
Design Longitudinal study. Quality of life and psychological well-being were measured …

Tinea capitis describes a dermatophyte infection of scalp and hair that predominately occurs
in children. The diagnostic workup includes microscopic examination, culture and/or …

Tinea capitis, tinea corporis, and pityriasis versicolor are common superficial fungal
infections in the pediatric population.• Tinea capitis is the most common dermatophyte …

Tinea capitis is a relatively common fungal infection of childhood. Griseofulvin has been the
mainstay of management. However, newer oral antifungal agents are being used more …

Tinea capitis is a dermatophyte scalp infection with a marked prevalence among the
pediatric population. However, in the last few years, its epidemiology has changed due to …

Tinea capitis (TC) is a common dermatophyte infection affecting primarily prepubertal
children. The causative pathogens belong to only two genera: Trichophyton and …

Tinea capitis is a common fungal infection of the hair of the scalp affecting predominately
prepubertal children. In the US, griseofulvin has been considered a first-line therapy agent …