Tinea Capitis in Adults

January 2016 in “ Dermatology online journal ”

Isabella Auchus, Kimberley M. Ward, Robert T. Brodell … Jessica Jackson

tinea capitis dermatophyte fungi keratin scalp erythema scaling crusting endothrix Trichophyton tonsurans ectothrix Microsporum species erythematous plaques H&E stained biopsy KOH preparations fungal cultures systemic antifungal treatment scalp infection fungal infection skin scaling skin crusting skin plaques biopsy antifungal treatment

Studysummary This article highlights that a low suspicion for tinea capitis in adults with scaling and hair loss may delay diagnosis and treatment, urging confirmation through KOH, fungal culture, or biopsy.

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