Fungal Infection of the Scalp
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Fungal infection of the scalp, also known as tinea capitis, is a condition caused by fungi that affect the scalp skin and the hair.
Common symptoms:
- Areas with scaling or crusts
- Hair loss in patches
- Itching and redness
- Sometimes, inflamed or tender areas
Common causes: Contact with fungi present on other people, animals or shared objects such as combs and caps favors its appearance, especially in childhood.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist evaluates this type of skin and hair infection, with the support of the general practitioner or the infectious disease specialist depending on the case. If patches with scaling or hair loss appear, evaluating them early with a professional makes management easier.
Data on 211 doctors who treat fungal infection of the scalp
Which specialist treats fungal infection of the scalp?
A fungal scalp infection can be evaluated by a general practitioner, or by a dermatologist if the case is persistent or extensive. Consult one of these specialists if you have flaking or patchy hair loss.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in fungal infection of the scalp
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Frequently asked questions
What is fungal infection of the scalp?
Fungal infection of the scalp, also known as tinea capitis, is a condition caused by fungi that affect the scalp skin and the hair.
Which doctor treats fungal infection of the scalp?
A fungal scalp infection can be evaluated by a general practitioner, or by a dermatologist if the case is persistent or extensive. Consult one of these specialists if you have flaking or patchy hair loss.