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Dermatophyte Species and Their Hosts

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What is a possible outcome of intense inflammation in tinea capitis?

Scarring alopecia

What is typically present in the posterior cervical region of individuals with tinea capitis?

Lymphadenopathy

At what stage of hair growth do the infected parts of the hair rise above the surface of the scalp?

With hair growth, the infected part of the hair rises above the surface of the scalp

What is the difference between ectothrix and endothrix infections in terms of hyphae and arthroconidia?

In ectothrix infections, hyphae and arthroconidia are present within and on the surface of the hair shaft, while in endothrix infections, they remain within the hair shaft. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Wood lamp examination in tinea capitis?

To detect a yellow-green fluorescence depending on the causative organism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why topical antifungal agents are often ineffective in tinea capitis?

Dermatophytes penetrate the follicle and are typically out of reach for topically applied agents Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of mid- to late-anagen hairs in tinea capitis?

They are the stage of hair growth where the fungus penetrates the cortex Signup and view all the answers

Why is oral antifungal treatment often necessary for tinea capitis?

Infections involving hair-bearing skin usually necessitate oral antifungal treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of infected hair in tinea capitis?

Increased fragility Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of differential diagnosis in tinea capitis?

To rule out other conditions that may present with similar symptoms Signup and view all the answers