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| name = Tinea capitis | |||
| image = [[File:Teigne_tondante_enfant.jpg|left|thumb|Tinea capitis on a child's scalp]] | |||
| caption = Tinea capitis on a child's scalp | |||
| synonyms = Scalp ringworm | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[scaling]], [[hair loss]] | |||
| complications = [[Kerion]], [[permanent hair loss]] | |||
| onset = Common in children | |||
| duration = Weeks to months | |||
| causes = [[Fungal infection]] by [[dermatophytes]] | |||
| risks = Close contact, poor hygiene, warm and humid environments | |||
| diagnosis = [[Wood's lamp]] examination, [[KOH test]], [[fungal culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Alopecia areata]], [[seborrheic dermatitis]], [[psoriasis]] | |||
| prevention = Good hygiene, avoid sharing personal items | |||
| treatment = [[Antifungal medication]] (e.g., [[griseofulvin]], [[terbinafine]]) | |||
| medication = Griseofulvin, Terbinafine, Itraconazole | |||
| frequency = Common in children, especially in urban areas | |||
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==Tinea Capitis: An Overview of Scalp Fungal Infection== | ==Tinea Capitis: An Overview of Scalp Fungal Infection== | ||
[[File:Teigne - Tinea capitis.jpg|left|thumb|Close-up of Tinea Capitis]] | |||
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'''Tinea capitis''', also known as scalp ringworm, is a cutaneous mycosis affecting the scalp. It is a common dermatological condition, particularly among children. | '''Tinea capitis''', also known as scalp ringworm, is a cutaneous mycosis affecting the scalp. It is a common dermatological condition, particularly among children. | ||
==Definition and Characteristics== | ==Definition and Characteristics== | ||
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, a type of fungi. It primarily affects the scalp and hair follicles, leading to symptoms such as hair loss, scaling, and itching. | Tinea capitis is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, a type of fungi. It primarily affects the scalp and hair follicles, leading to symptoms such as hair loss, scaling, and itching. | ||
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==Causes and Transmission== | ==Causes and Transmission== | ||
[[File:Fungal infection on head scalp.jpg|left|thumb|Microscopic view of dermatophytes]] | |||
[[File:Fungal infection on head scalp.jpg|thumb|Microscopic view of dermatophytes]] | |||
The condition is caused by various species of dermatophytes, mainly in the genera ''Trichophyton'' and ''Microsporum''. It is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, contaminated objects, or animals. | The condition is caused by various species of dermatophytes, mainly in the genera ''Trichophyton'' and ''Microsporum''. It is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, contaminated objects, or animals. | ||
==Symptoms and Diagnosis== | ==Symptoms and Diagnosis== | ||
Common symptoms include patchy hair loss, scaly skin, and itching. Diagnosis typically involves clinical examination, microscopy, and fungal culture. | Common symptoms include patchy hair loss, scaly skin, and itching. Diagnosis typically involves clinical examination, microscopy, and fungal culture. | ||
[[File:The Röntgen rays in medical work (1907) (14777332893).jpg|left|thumb|Wood's lamp examination used in diagnosing Tinea Capitis]] | |||
[[File:The Röntgen rays in medical work (1907) (14777332893).jpg|thumb|Wood's lamp examination used in diagnosing Tinea Capitis]] | |||
==Treatment and Management== | ==Treatment and Management== | ||
Treatment usually involves oral antifungal medications. Topical treatments are less effective due to the infection's location within hair follicles. Early treatment is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and reduce transmission. | Treatment usually involves oral antifungal medications. Topical treatments are less effective due to the infection's location within hair follicles. Early treatment is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and reduce transmission. | ||
==Epidemiology== | ==Epidemiology== | ||
Tinea capitis is more prevalent among children, especially those in crowded environments. It has a worldwide distribution but is more common in certain regions due to climatic, socioeconomic, and cultural factors. | Tinea capitis is more prevalent among children, especially those in crowded environments. It has a worldwide distribution but is more common in certain regions due to climatic, socioeconomic, and cultural factors. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures include maintaining good hygiene, avoiding sharing personal items like combs, and early treatment of infected individuals. | Preventive measures include maintaining good hygiene, avoiding sharing personal items like combs, and early treatment of infected individuals. | ||
==Public Health Considerations== | ==Public Health Considerations== | ||
The condition poses significant public health challenges due to its contagious nature and potential for outbreak in communities, schools, and households. | The condition poses significant public health challenges due to its contagious nature and potential for outbreak in communities, schools, and households. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Dermatophyte]] | * [[Dermatophyte]] | ||
* [[Mycosis]] | * [[Mycosis]] | ||
* [[Scalp conditions]] | * [[Scalp conditions]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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* American Academy of Dermatology. [https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/ringworm-scalp AAD resources on Tinea Capitis]. | * American Academy of Dermatology. [https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/ringworm-scalp AAD resources on Tinea Capitis]. | ||
</references> | </references> | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [https://www.who.int/ World Health Organization - Fungal Infections] | * [https://www.who.int/ World Health Organization - Fungal Infections] | ||
* [https://www.aad.org/ American Academy of Dermatology - Tinea Capitis] | * [https://www.aad.org/ American Academy of Dermatology - Tinea Capitis] | ||
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[[Category:Dermatophytosis]] | [[Category:Dermatophytosis]] | ||
[[Category:Conditions of the skin appendages]] | [[Category:Conditions of the skin appendages]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
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| Tinea capitis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Scalp ringworm |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Itching, scaling, hair loss |
| Complications | Kerion, permanent hair loss |
| Onset | Common in children |
| Duration | Weeks to months |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Fungal infection by dermatophytes |
| Risks | Close contact, poor hygiene, warm and humid environments |
| Diagnosis | Wood's lamp examination, KOH test, fungal culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Alopecia areata, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis |
| Prevention | Good hygiene, avoid sharing personal items |
| Treatment | Antifungal medication (e.g., griseofulvin, terbinafine) |
| Medication | Griseofulvin, Terbinafine, Itraconazole |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in children, especially in urban areas |
| Deaths | N/A |
Tinea Capitis: An Overview of Scalp Fungal Infection[edit]
Tinea capitis, also known as scalp ringworm, is a cutaneous mycosis affecting the scalp. It is a common dermatological condition, particularly among children.
Definition and Characteristics[edit]
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, a type of fungi. It primarily affects the scalp and hair follicles, leading to symptoms such as hair loss, scaling, and itching.
Causes and Transmission[edit]
The condition is caused by various species of dermatophytes, mainly in the genera Trichophyton and Microsporum. It is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, contaminated objects, or animals.
Symptoms and Diagnosis[edit]
Common symptoms include patchy hair loss, scaly skin, and itching. Diagnosis typically involves clinical examination, microscopy, and fungal culture.
Treatment and Management[edit]
Treatment usually involves oral antifungal medications. Topical treatments are less effective due to the infection's location within hair follicles. Early treatment is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and reduce transmission.
Epidemiology[edit]
Tinea capitis is more prevalent among children, especially those in crowded environments. It has a worldwide distribution but is more common in certain regions due to climatic, socioeconomic, and cultural factors.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures include maintaining good hygiene, avoiding sharing personal items like combs, and early treatment of infected individuals.
Public Health Considerations[edit]
The condition poses significant public health challenges due to its contagious nature and potential for outbreak in communities, schools, and households.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
<references>
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC on Tinea Capitis.
- American Academy of Dermatology. AAD resources on Tinea Capitis.
</references>
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