Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis) is a contagious fungal infection characterized by itchy, scaly, and bald patches on the head, primarily affecting toddlers and school-age children. It spreads through direct skin contact, contact with infected animals, or contaminated objects. Treatment may involve oral medication and medicated shampoos to eliminate the fungus and prevent further spreading.

1. Ringworm of the Scalp - Symptoms,
Causes, and Treatment
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2. The ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It
generally causes itchy, scaly, bald patches on the head. Ringworm gets its name
due to its circular appearance. There are not any worms involved.
Ringworm on the scalp is a contagious infection. It is most frequent in toddlers and
school-age children. Tinea capitis is associated with the athlete's foot (tinea pedis),
jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm of the body (tinea corporis).
Medication taken by mouth could kill the fungus that causes ringworm of the scalp.
Medicated shampoos might help keep a person from spreading the infection to
others.
What is Ringworm (Scalp)?

3. Signs and symptoms of ringworm of the scalp might include:
 One or more round, scaly, or inflamed patches where the
or close to the scalp
 Patches that gradually get bigger and have small, black
broken off
 Brittle or fragile hair that could be easily broken or pulled
 Tender or painful areas on the scalp
Symptoms of Ringworm of the Scalp

4. Causes of Ringworm of the Scalp
The ringworm of the scalp is caused by a common fungus. The
layer of the skin on the scalp and the hair. This causes those
condition could be spread in the following ways:
 Human to human -Ringworm usually spreads through direct
skin-to-skin contact with an infected person.
 Animal to human - You could contract ringworm by touching
an animal with ringworm. Ringworm could spread while petting
cats with ringworm. Ringworm is pretty common in kittens,
pigs, and horses.
 Object to human – It is possible for ringworm to spread by
contact with objects or surfaces that an infected human or
touched. This includes items like clothes, towels, bedding,
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