2003). Tinea capitis typically presents in two major forms: gray patch and black dot. Gray patch tinea capitis (GPTC). GPTC is generally found in the endemic form within the United States ...

Psoriasis can affect any areas of the skin, but it usually occurs on the: scalp elbows knees lower back Similar to tinea capitis, scalp psoriasis can cause red, flaky patches on the scalp.

Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis, dermatophyte infection, or tinea ... scaly patches on affected areas. These patches may appear pink-to-red on fair skin tones and brown-gray on skin ...

Ringworm on Black skin might appear brown or gray rather than red or pink ... children are the most affected demographics for tinea capitis. Sharing hair accessories such as combs and brushes ...

Scalp scaling, pruritus, and inflammation are symptoms shared by numerous other disorders, but once tinea capitis is considered, diagnosis and treatment are not complicated. Reviewed by Roger S.