(B36.3) Black piedra
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Diagnosis black piedra is diagnosed Women are 5.61% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis black piedra
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis black piedra
1 714 (34.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease black piedra - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 60-64
Disease Features black piedra
Black piedra - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - black piedra
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Microscopic examination of the affected area
- Culture of the affected area
- Serological tests
- DNA-based tests
- Molecular tests
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Perform regular scalp hygiene
- Apply topical antifungal medications
- Prescribe oral antifungal medications
- Encourage the patient to wear loose-fitting clothes and hats
- Advise the patient to avoid sharing items such as combs and hair accessories
- Advise the patient to avoid tight hairstyles
- Advise the patient to avoid swimming in public pools
- Advise the patient to avoid sharing towels and bedding
Black piedra - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease black piedra
Knots in the hair
(Ache, Discomfort, Pain)
Knots in the hair are a common symptom of tangled hair. They can appear as small, hard bumps or larger, knotted clumps that are difficult to remove. Knots may form due to a lack of brushing, or due to the use of products that cause buildup. Knots can also form when hair is wet, as it can be more pro...
Tangle in hair
(Knot, Mat, Entwine, Entangle, Twist, Intertwine, Interlace, Snarl, Tousle, Curl)
Tangles in hair are a common symptom that can occur in any hair type. They are caused by the hair entangling together due to poor styling habits, environmental factors, or product build-up. Tangles usually start at the ends of the hair and work their way up the shaft, making the hair more difficult ...