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Tinea Capitis

What is Tinea Capitis?

A fungal infection of the Head. Happens to children of school age;and more often on girls than on boys.

A fungal infection of the scalp.Happens to children of school age;and more often on girls than on boys.

Symptoms?

Spot on the scalp

crusty

itch

More likely to occur

• Minor skin injuries or Scalp injuries
• Poor hygiene
• Wet skin for a long time (sweating/rain)

How does Tinea Capitis spread?

The disease can be transmitted by humans or animals.

1. skin-to-skin contact
   shaking hands hugging

2. sharing towels,bedding, clothing.

3. Playing with wild animals.

The disease is infectious and can be transmitted by humans, animals, or objects that carry the fungus. Tinea infections are contagious, one may be infected by the following ways :

1. Contact with someone with tinea capitis or touching the infected body area.
2. Using objects that have been used by someone with tinea capitis. (such as combs, hats, or clothing).
3. Playing with wild animals.

How to prevent Tinea Capitis

• Practice good hygiene include washing your head everyday with shampoo.

• Don’t share headgear, brushes,or combs with others

• Wash towels, clothes, and any shared items used by someone infected.

• Don’t play with wild animals or stray dogs

Treatment

Go to see doctor!!!

If treated quickly, tinea capitis can go away within 3-4 week