Diffuse Alopecia in an Adolescent Female: Tinea capitis

Abstract: “Black dot” tinea capitis is a common cause of alopecia in young patients. It is most commonly caused by a dermatophyte infection with Trichophyton tonsurans. This entity can be easily distinquished from alopecia areata with the use of hair/scalp dermoscopy. The use oral terbinafine is effective in resolving the infection.
Source: Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Dermatology for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Source Type: research