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Infections on the Scalp
Sunday, November 29th, 2009Infections on the Scalp Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Fungal Infection (Ringworm, Tinea Capitis) Ringworm infection of the scalp is caused by a fungal infection. Ringworm infection of the scalp is more common in children than in adults. Fungal infection of the scalp presents in a variety of ways, depending on its severity […]
Folliculitis / Furuncles (Boils) / Carbuncles
Saturday, November 28th, 2009Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland What are Folliculitis and Furuncle (Boil) ? Folliculitis is a superficial inflammation of hair follicle (hair pore) caused by bacteria. When the infection affected on hair follicle, it is called a furuncle. When the infection affects several hair follicles and the adjacent tissue, it is called a carbuncle […]
