Description
Tinea Capitis is a disease of the Scalp.
The fungal infection that causes ringworm on the scalp is Tinea Capitis. It is highly contagious and infectious disease. Fungi known as Dermatophyte are the main cause for the ringworm of the scalp. The fungi live on dead tissues of the outer layer of the Skin. It may be found in hair and fingernails too.
Causes of Tinea Capitis
Fungi Dermatophyte
Through Pet Animals
Immune System Disorders
Direct Contact with infected person
Sharing Combs, Towel, Brushes or Bedding with the infected person
If not treated properly, Tinea Capitis may cause
Scarring
Permanent Hair Loss
Note: Please do not get confused with Tinea Cruris. It is the fungal infection of the skin that is common in men.
Materia Medica for Tinea Capitis
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Mix some drops of Lemon Essential Oil with Olive Oil. Heat this Oil for few minutes and then apply it to your scalp. Leave it for 5 hours, rinse off your scalp with lukewarm water. Do this treatment once a week it will kill fungal infection from the scalp.