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Ringworm of the Scalp : Symptoms

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Symptoms List

Symptoms could include:
  • Itchy Scalp
  • Scalp Lesions
  • Black Dots On Scalp
  • Patchy Loss of Scalp Hair

Symptoms Overview Articles

Tinea capitis
Symptoms include:Areas that appear bald, due to hair that has broken offItching of the scalpPus-filled sores (lesions) on the scalp (kerions)Round, scaly lesions on the scalp that may be red or swollen (inflamed)Small black dots on the scalp.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 3, 2008

Specific Symptom Articles

Skin abscess
A skin abscess is a collection of pus and infected material in or on the skin.Abscess- skin; Cutaneous abscess; Subcutaneous abscess.Skin abscesses are fairly common. They occur when an infection causes pus and infected material to collect in the ...
Source:ADAM
Date:October 3, 2008
Abscess
An abscess is an enclosed collection of liquefied tissue, known as pus, somewhere in the body. It is the result of the body''s defensive reaction to foreign material.There are two types of abscesses, septic and sterile.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Skin redness
Skin redness is skin that is abnormally red in color..
Source:Healthline
Date:November 30, 2007
Blanching of skin
Detecting changes in skin color is challenging because there is such a wide range of skin coloration in all individuals. Subtle changes like skin blanching may occur gradually over time, or there may be a sudden onset.
Source:Healthline
Date:October 31, 2007
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