Tinea Capitis

Presentation:

. Scaly, erythematous patches of alopecia (hair loss)

. Broken hair shafts

.Rapid onset

Diagnosis:

. KOH preparation showing fungal elements

. Management:

Children:

. Oral griseofulvin: Preferred treatment

Adults:

. Oral terbinafine, itraconazole, or fluconazole