Piedra
Encyclopedia
Piedra is a hair disease
caused by a fungus
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Types include:
Hair disease
Hair diseases are disorders primarily associated with the follicles of the hair.An example is hypertrichosis.Many hair diseases can be associated with distinct underlying disorders.Piedra are fungal diseases.-External links:...
caused by a fungus
Fungus
A fungus is a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds , as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, Fungi, which is separate from plants, animals, and bacteria...
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Types include:
- White piedraWhite piedraWhite piedra is a mycosis of the hair caused by several species of fungi in the genus Trichosporon. It is characterized by soft nodules composed of yeast cells and arthroconidia that encompass hair shafts.-Treatment:...
- Black piedraBlack piedraBlack piedra is a form of piedra caused by Piedraia hortae.Terbinafine has been used in the treatment....