Tinea Capitis

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Is a superficial fungal infection (dermatophytosis), on the scalp. It is quite common in children. 

Clinical features 

  • Enlarging raised annular lesions with a central area of clearing  
  • Fine scales may be present 
  • Hair loss in areas of infection 

Pharmacological Treatment 

C: miconazole cream (topical) 2%, apply thinly 12hourly for 2weeks. Continue for 5-7days after clearing of lesions 

AND 

A: griseofulvin (PO): Adult 500 mg; Paediatric 10-20mg/kg 24hourly for 6-8weeks 

OR  

C:  terbinafine  (PO):  Adult  250mg  24hourly  6-8weeks;  paediatric  62.5mg/  10-20kg  24 hourly; 125mg/ 21-40 kg 24 hourly; 250mg/ 41kg 24hourly