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Tinea faciei is the name used for infection of the face with a dermatophyte fungus. It does not include infection of the beard and moustache area, which is called tinea barbae. Tinea faciei is uncommon and often misdiagnosed at first.
Tinea faciei, commonly known as facial ringworm, is a common fungal infection of the superficial skin of the face. Facial ringworm may be spread by direct contact with infected people, infected animals, contaminated objects (such as towels), or the soil.
In the United States, tinea capitis most commonly affects children of African heritage between three and nine years of age. 4 There are three types of tinea capitis: gray patch, black dot,...
Tinea faciei is a fungal infection of the skin of the face. [1] It generally appears as a photosensitive painless red rash with small bumps and a raised edge appearing to grow outwards, usually over eyebrows or one side of the face. [1]
Tinea faciei is a superficial dermatophyte infection limited to the glabrous skin of the face. In pediatric and female patients, the infection may appear on any surface of...
Ringworm (tinea faciei) An overgrowth of fungus can happen when the immune system or the microbiome gets unbalanced, often from medication or underlying medical conditions. Risk factors for fungal infections include:
Tinea faciei — Tinea faciei is a dermatophyte infection of facial skin devoid of terminal hairs. The eruption may begin as small, scaly papules that evolve to form an annular plaque . Tinea faciei is managed similarly to tinea corporis. (See 'Tinea corporis' above.)
Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis). Scalp ringworm is highly contagious, especially among children. It happens mainly in children between the ages of 2 to 10. It rarely happens in adults. Symptoms of scalp ringworm may include: Red, scaly rash on the scalp. Itching of the scalp. Hair loss on the scalp. Rash elsewhere on the body
Facial fungal dermatitis, also known as tinea faciei, is a common skin infection that affects the face. It is caused by a type of fungi and can cause irritation, redness, and itching. If left untreated, it can lead to more severe symptoms and complications.
Tinea faciei. Fungal infections of the face are not common, but may be overlooked as a possible diagnosis. Red annular patches with a leading edge, which is often scaly. Occasionally small pustules may be present. The presence of an asymmetrical rash should raise the index of suspicion for tinea.