Tinea Capitis (Noun)
Meaning
Fungal infection of the scalp characterized by bald patches.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The child was diagnosed with tinea capitis after developing several circular bald patches on his scalp.
- Tinea capitis is a highly contagious fungal infection that affects the scalp, leading to hair loss and redness.
- A medicated shampoo was prescribed to treat the tinea capitis that had caused her daughter's scalp to become inflamed.
- Tinea capitis can be spread through direct contact with an infected person or by sharing personal items like hairbrushes.
- If left untreated, tinea capitis can lead to more severe symptoms such as pus-filled sores and scarring on the scalp.