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 ...

Dermatologists explain the common symptoms of an unhealthy scalp, as well as how to treat it.

Dandruff is a common scalp condition that affects millions of people, causing visible flakes and often accompanied by itchiness or irritation. While it may seem like a minor cosmetic issue, dandruff ...

Dandruff is a common but stubborn problem that troubles many people. Often, even after cleaning it, it comes back again, leading to head scratching and embarrassment. Dermatologists say that its main ...

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 ...

Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Click here to subscribe today or Login. A dime-size spot on a teenager’s head remains hairless after being treated for scalp ...