Scalp Yeast Infection - Cleveland Clinic
WEBA scalp yeast infection is a fungal skin infection caused by a yeast called Candida. It causes an itchy, flaky rash on your scalp. Candida grow and thrive in warm, dark environments. Treatment includes shampoos, foams or ointments. You can prevent scalp yeast infections by practicing good head hygiene and keeping your scalp clean and dry.
Ringworm (scalp) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 22, 2022 · Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It usually causes itchy, scaly, bald patches on the head. Ringworm gets its name because of its circular appearance.
Scalp Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
WEBApr 12, 2024 · Scalp infections are caused by bacteria or fungi that enter the hair follicles or skin of the scalp. Having a scalp infection can lead to various types of skin rashes on the scalp as well as hair loss.
Scalp infections: Causes, symptoms, treatments, and pictures
WEBFeb 16, 2024 · The scalp can become infected if fungus or bacteria enter through the hair follicles or damaged skin. Causes include ringworm, folliculitis, and impetigo.
Tinea Capitis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, etc.
WEBMar 1, 2023 · Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) is a fungal infection of the scalp and involves both the skin and hair. Common symptoms include hair loss, dry, scaly patches, and inflamed skin. Tinea capitis is most commonly caused by Trichophyton tonsurans and Microsporum canis fungi.
Tinea Capitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBMar 3, 2022 · Tinea capitis, or scalp ringworm, is a fungal infection that affects your child’s scalp and hair. Symptoms of tinea capitis include swollen red patches, dry scaly rashes, itchiness and hair loss. Mold-like fungi called dermatophytes cause tinea capitis.
Tinea capitis - DermNet
WEBTinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp, involving both the skin and hair. It is also known as scalp ringworm. Symptoms of tinea capitis include hair loss, dry scaly areas, redness, and itch.
Ringworm (scalp) - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 22, 2022 · Learn more on causes, symptoms, treatments of this easily spread, itchy fungal skin infection and how to prevent it.
Ringworm (Tinea Corporis): What It Looks Like, Causes & Treatment
WEBRingworm is an itchy, contagious fungal infection that causes a ring-shaped pattern on your skin. Over-the-counter and prescription treatments can stop the fungus from spreading to other parts of your body or to others.
Scalp Ringworm (Tinea Capitis) - Scalp Ringworm (Tinea ...
WEBScalp ringworm is a dermatophyte (fungal) infection of the scalp. Symptoms of tinea capitis include a dry patch of scale, a patch of hair loss, or both on the scalp. Doctors base the diagnosis on an examination of the scalp and samples taken from the scalp.