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What is a scalp yeast infection?

Medically reviewed by Deeptej Singh, MD Key Takeaways Scalp yeast infections can cause itchy, red, or purple patches 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. A ...
Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...
Ketoconazole Shampoo for Hair Loss: Does It Work? If you’ve tried FDA-approved medications like finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and haven’t seen improvements or have been experiencing side ...