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An X-ray treatment for ringworm has been used around the world as early as 1897. [2] An estimated 200,000 children worldwide received X-ray treatment for tinea capitis in accordance with the standard Adamson-Kienbock procedure between 1910 and 1959, until griseofulvin, the first effective anti-fungal agent for ringworm, was introduced. [3]
In the US, tinea capitis is thought to occur in 3-8% of the pediatric population; up to one-third of households with contact with an infected person may harbor the disease without showing any symptoms. [18] The fungal species responsible for causing tinea capitis vary according to the geographical region, and may also change over time.
Ringworm, aka tinea capitis, isn’t actually caused by a worm—it’s a fungal infection, Dr. Zeichner says. This can lead to a distinct rash with a circular shape and can lead to balding ...
Numerous studies have found Tinea capitis to be the most prevalent dermatophyte to infect children across the continent of Africa. [32] Dermatophytosis has been found to be most prevalent in children ages 4 to 11, infecting more males than females. [32] Low socioeconomic status was found to be a risk factor for Tinea capitis. [32]
Tinea capitis, or scalp ringworm, is a type of fungal infection that develops on your scalp and in your hair follicles. It can cause patchy hair loss that affects different parts of your scalp ...
Children are most susceptible to Tinea capitis whereas adult infections more often manifest as tinea corporis. [4] This species is a major cause of family and institutional outbreaks because of its persistent nature in indoor environments, and its ability to be transmitted through asymptomatic carriers.
Treatment of tinea capitis requires an oral antifungal agent; griseofulvin is the most commonly used drug, but other newer antimycotic drugs, such as terbinafine, itraconazole, and fluconazole have started to gain acceptance, topical treatment include selenium sulfide shampoo.
Microsporum audouinii causes the infections Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and Tinea corporis. [2] These superficial dermal diseases are generally found in prepubescent children (starting at 6 months) and rarely affect adults. [3] There are a few reasons why children are more susceptible to M. audouinii.