Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know what's going on with my skin. It's dry, itchy, and there are also white spots and red dots. It's very uncomfortable. What is tinea capitis? Are there any methods to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Initially, Bai Xian presents as follicular papules, which expand to form scattered, grayish-white scaly patches with a circular or irregular shape. The borders are distinct with a high epidermal surface, and the scalp is dry with minimal inflammation. The hair shafts are dry and lack luster, often appearing unevenly cut, with remnants of hair shafts surrounded by white hyphae. Hair around the inflammation is usually normal but may cause itching. Bai Xian initially appears as white, scaly patches on the patient's head, forming white desquamative patches. The top of the head and neck are commonly affected, and it may also lead to hair loss.