Open Access Journal of Mycology & Mycological Sciences (OAJMMS)

ISSN: 2689-7822

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Tinea Capitis: A Practical Approach

Abstract

Tinea capitis is a common superficial fungal infection of the scalp in children. It is caused by dermatophytes mainly Microsporum canis and Trichophyton tonsurans and can be acquired from the environment or infected living beings. Clinical manifestations go from mild scaling with little hair loss to large inflammatory and alopecic pustular plaques. Trichoscopic patterns such as comma hairs, corkscrew or code-like hairs can suggest and support the diagnosis as well as clinical follow up. Treatment must be chosen due to causal agent for a successful outcome.

Keywords: Trichophyton spp; Microsporum spp; Dermatophytes; Trichophyton Tonsurans

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