Tinea Tonsurans
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Tinea capitis is a fungal infection that affects the scalp and hair, especially common in childhood. It causes areas of hair loss and can be spread by direct contact or through shared objects.
How it presents:
- Rounded patches with hair loss
- Scaling and redness of the scalp
- Itching in the affected area
When to seek care? At the appearance of hairless areas, persistent scaling or lesions that spread.
Who treats it? The dermatologist is the one suited to confirm the diagnosis, while the general practitioner can offer the first contact and guidance. Addressing it early with a professional helps prevent transmission and care for the health of the scalp.
Data on 96 doctors who treat tinea tonsurans
Which specialist treats tinea tonsurans?
Tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp), a fungal infection common in children, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, or by a general practitioner for an initial assessment. Consult one of these specialists if your child has patchy hair loss with flaking.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in tinea tonsurans
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is tinea tonsurans?
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection that affects the scalp and hair, especially common in childhood. It causes areas of hair loss and can be spread by direct contact or through shared objects.
Which doctor treats tinea tonsurans?
Tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp), a fungal infection common in children, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, or by a general practitioner for an initial assessment. Consult one of these specialists if your child has patchy hair loss with flaking.