Tinea Capitis

. Presentation:

. Scaly, erythematous patches of alopecia (hair loss)

. Broken hair shafts

. Rapid onset

. Diagnosis:

. KOH preparation showing fungal elements

Management:

i. Children:

ii. Oral griseofulvin: Preferred treatment

iii. Adults:

iv. Oral terbinafine, itraconazole, or fluconazole