Ringworm of the Scalp
June 1934
in “
Archives of Dermatology and Syphilology
”
TLDR Ringworm of the scalp can heal on its own, especially if caused by animal-related fungi.
The document discusses ringworm of the scalp, particularly focusing on cases caused by animal microsporons like Microsporon lanosum, which are common in New York. These infections can present with symptoms similar to those caused by Microsporon Audouini, such as patchy involvement and minimal inflammation, but can also show erythematous patches and follicular pustules, indicating "animal" infection. Spontaneous cures have been noted, especially when the causal organism is pathogenic to certain animals.
