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.
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 16 doctors who treat fungal infection of the scalp
Specialties that treat fungal infection of the scalp
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in fungal infection of the scalp
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dra. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dra. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Dr. Guillermo Leopoldo Ruiz
Dr. Eduardo Tapia Betancourt
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dra. García Ruiz María Teresa
Dr. Raúl Velázquez Alvarado
Dr. Sergio Dickter Cohen
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?
Fungal Infection of the Scalp is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, infectious disease specialist, general practitioner, emergency physician, dermatologist.