Adult Tinea Capitis: a Clinical Entity in Increasing Frequency

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis review summarizes the fungal literature currently available for adult tinea capitis (ATC), as well as providing data for clinical practice.Recent FindingsAvailable studies in ATC are scarce; however, they provide essential information for treating ATC.SummaryTreatment of TC is effective; however, it needs a minimum of 1  month to watch clinical efficacy. Systemic treatment is often needed to favor drug penetration to the deepest part of the hair follicle. The newest oral antifungal has higher efficacy rates than conventional therapy, as well as much shorter duration of treatment but at higher costs. We review the literature concerning ATC, including treatment schemes.
Source: Current Fungal Infection Reports - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research