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Fungal infection of scalp (Tinea Capitis) and hair-loss
Tinea Capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp that can cause hair loss. It is also known as ringworm due to the markings that may appear on the affected area. Despite its name, ringworm is NOT a parasitic infection by worms. Although more common in children, many forms of tinea infection are prevalent in adults.
On the arms, legs, or trunk ringworm begins as small red spots. The spots irradiate out in a circular pattern, hence its name. The skin at the outer border of the ring becomes scaly and red.
On the head this infection is recognized by the characteristic hair damage it causes, resulting in missing patches of hair.
Tinea infections are treated with topical antifungal preparations. For the head, Shampoo or extracts can be found to reduce or eliminate the infection, usually allowing the regrowth of any previously lost hair.
The chance of developing tinea infections can be minimized by not borowing or using other persons hats,Combs, or Brushes. Animals can also get fungal infections and can pass them along to humans.
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