Tinea Capitis Favosa Misdiagnosed as Tinea Amiantacea
December 2012
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Medical mycology case reports
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New to Ketoconazole? There is a guide in the encyclopedia. Read the guide → Studysummary In this case report, an atypical form of tinea favosa in an 11-year-old girl was initially misdiagnosed, highlighting the importance of mycological examination for accurate diagnosis, especially when diffuse scalp scaling is present.
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An 11-year-old girl initially misdiagnosed with tinea amiantacea was later correctly identified with tinea capitis favosa caused by Trichophyton schoenleinii. Despite treatment with griseofulvin and ketoconazole, she developed permanent alopecia. This case underscored the critical need for mycological examination in diagnosing diffuse scalp scaling to avoid irreversible hair loss.
