Fungal Infection of the Scalp treatment in Miguel Hidalgo

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.