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(B35.0) Tinea barbae and tinea capitis
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121 052 in individuals diagnosis tinea barbae and tinea capitis confirmed
Diagnosis tinea barbae and tinea capitis is diagnosed Men are 5.60% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis tinea barbae and tinea capitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tinea barbae and tinea capitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tinea barbae and tinea capitis - Men and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features tinea barbae and tinea capitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tinea barbae and tinea capitis - what does this mean
Tinea barbae and tinea capitis are both fungal infections of the skin caused by dermatophytes. tinea barbae affects the beard area of the face, and tinea capitis affects the scalp. both infections are contagious and can be spread through direct contact with an infected person or object.
What happens during the disease - tinea barbae and tinea capitis
Tinea barbae and tinea capitis are caused by fungal infection of the skin and hair follicles. the infection is caused by dermatophyte fungi, which can enter the skin through tiny cuts or abrasions. the fungi then multiply in the warm, moist environment of the skin and hair follicles, leading to the development of lesions, itching, and scaling. in tinea barbae, the lesions appear on the beard area of the face, while in tinea capitis, the lesions appear on the scalp.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Fungal culture
- Wood's lamp examination
- Potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation
- Trichoscopy
- Skin biopsy
- Serological tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation, itching, and infection caused by tinea barbae and tinea capitis.
- Prescribe oral antifungal medications.
- Apply antifungal creams or solutions to the affected area.
- Prescribe topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching.
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat any secondary bacterial infection.
- Advise the patient to keep the affected area clean and dry.
- Advise the patient to avoid sharing personal items such as towels or combs.
- Advise the patient to avoid contact with others who have tinea barbae or tinea capitis.
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tinea barbae and tinea capitis - Prevention
Prevention of tinea barbae and tinea capitis includes good hygiene practices, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding sharing combs, brushes, hats, and other personal items, and avoiding contact with individuals who have active infections. additionally, avoiding tight-fitting clothing, wearing loose-fitting clothing, and keeping the skin dry can help prevent the spread of the disease.