Tinea capitis profunda in an adult case

Abstract

Tinea capitis is a dermatophyte infection of the scalp that occurs in childhood. Scalp erythema, scaling, pustules, and crusting are typical signs of tinea capitis. Tinea capitis is considered rare in adults. Adult tinea capitis may have polymorphic and atypical clinical presentations. Psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and lichen simplex chronicus should be considered in the differential diagnosis of tinea capitis. Fungal examination should be performed for diagnosis. Early and accurate diagnosis of the disease prevents the formation of scars with the treatment administered. When diagnosing tinea capitis in adults, predisposing factors should be investigated. Here we present a case of tinea capitis profunda in a healthy adult.

Keywords

• adult
• dermatophyte
• tinea capitis