TLDR An 8-year-old with scalp fungus was successfully treated with Terbinafine, preventing hair loss and spread.
This case report details an 8-year-old child with Tinea capitis, presenting with erythematous scalp lesions and hair loss, confirmed through clinical evaluation and culture analysis. The child was treated with Terbinafine 125 mg for 8 weeks, resulting in no recurrence after 3 months. The report emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and timely treatment to prevent complications like scalp baldness and transmission, highlighting the need for adherence to medication regimens and consideration of differential diagnoses.
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