What are the symptoms of fungal alopecia

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Hair loss is not unusual for us, but some hair loss is very strange. I have a good friend who suffered from hair loss. Later, he went to the dermatology department for examination and said that it was caused by fungi. At that time, he also had some symptoms, but he didn't care about it. Let me talk about it, so that we can understand more about it.

What are the symptoms of fungal alopecia

Symptom one, fungal infection can have several different symptoms, most of which are white dandruff like scales. And these scales on the head will be reduced due to the frequency of shampoo and shampoo, but it will not disappear completely, more or less will stay.

Symptom two, fungal infection is usually accompanied by itching, occasionally there will be odor in the hair, at the same time, the lymph nodes behind the neck will also appear swelling. Fungi can be infected through direct contact, or through the use of hats, combs, hair brushes, rubber bands or hair styling agents contaminated with bacteria. In some cases, they are transmitted by animals such as cats and dogs, but they are rare.

Third, fungi can cause hair loss. Excessive scratching can cause a small amount of swelling, pain, and ulcers with purulent secretions. Fungi that cause hair infections can also infect other parts of the skin and spread through the scalp or close contact of children, especially family members. Small round ulcers in the center of the body, with red swelling in other parts. If untreated, the fungus can still spread for months or years.

matters needing attention

When using combs or other hair related items, you should distinguish them from others and not share them together. Personal hygiene must be paid attention to. Also in the time of shampoo should also pay attention not to often scratch the scalp, nails should also frequently cut, so as not to cause infection to the scalp.