1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Skin, Hair and Nails

  4. Regarding scalp fungal infection. This?

skin-hair-icon
Regarding scalp fungal infection
Here is my mom's scalp.. what's the reason behind this?? Anyone please help me.. Sometimes it feels itchy.. Nd painful too..
60 Views v

Answers (3)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Don't worry... she's suffering from alopecia areata  causing this bald patch. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
Looks like lichen Planopalaris ...need some more history kindly consult online for proper diagnosis and treatment
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.,
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

Articles you may like

Fungal Infection - Risk Factors and Prevention!

Dr.Jagatjit Singh Kohli

Fungal skin diseases are brought about by various sorts of fungi and are the main reasons behind an irritated skin. Fung ... Read more

Tips to avoid getting skin infections in summer

Dr.Sanjeev V. Mulekar

It’s that time of the year again when the heat gets the better of you. With changes in the environment over the years we ... Read more

8 Tips to Prevent Fungal Infections

Dr.Nikita Patel

Everyone thinks it is their embarrassing little secret - a constant itch (sometimes in an unmentionable area of the body ... Read more

Fungal Infections

Dr.Parthasarathi Dutta Roy

Infections are the basic form of infections and may get worse, if proper care and medical assistance is not taken giving ... Read more

Role Ofantifungal Powders and Soaps in Fungal Infections

Dr.Amey Kelkar

Antifungal powders and soaps are prescribed by many dermatologists in their practice. There is a lack of evidence to pro ... Read more

Fungal Infection, Ringworm: What You Should Know

Dr.Jolly Shah Kapadia

What Is Ringworm?Ringworm (also known as tinea) is a common fungal skin infection that often forms a ring-shaped rash. D ... Read more

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Say goodbye to all skin and hair troubles

Say goodbye to all skin and hair troubles

Consult with a dermatologist online

  • 5-min response
  • Share pictures
  • Free follow-ups
Consult with a dermatologist
Online now

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Articles you may like

Fungal Infection - Risk Factors and Prevention!

Dr.Jagatjit Singh Kohli

Fungal skin diseases are brought about by various sorts of fungi and are the main reasons behind an irritated skin. Fung ... Read more

Tips to avoid getting skin infections in summer

Dr.Sanjeev V. Mulekar

It’s that time of the year again when the heat gets the better of you. With changes in the environment over the years we ... Read more

8 Tips to Prevent Fungal Infections

Dr.Nikita Patel

Everyone thinks it is their embarrassing little secret - a constant itch (sometimes in an unmentionable area of the body ... Read more

Fungal Infections

Dr.Parthasarathi Dutta Roy

Infections are the basic form of infections and may get worse, if proper care and medical assistance is not taken giving ... Read more

Role Ofantifungal Powders and Soaps in Fungal Infections

Dr.Amey Kelkar

Antifungal powders and soaps are prescribed by many dermatologists in their practice. There is a lack of evidence to pro ... Read more

Fungal Infection, Ringworm: What You Should Know

Dr.Jolly Shah Kapadia

What Is Ringworm?Ringworm (also known as tinea) is a common fungal skin infection that often forms a ring-shaped rash. D ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Fungal infection

 15438 Views
Iam suffering from fungal infection around to my penis I am using zalim lotion is it good medicine or not ... Read More

Scalp problem

 10406 Views
I have Small granules in my scalp. May be DHT crystals. How to get rid of them? It is reducing my hair fr ... Read More

Black Spot on Scalp

 9603 Views
Hello Doctor, Since last 2 months, I am loosing my hair and my scalp become visible. Also I have found co ... Read More

Scalp psoriasis

 8643 Views
What is difference between scalp psoriasis and dandruff..is this scalp psoriasis..i am attaching images.. ... Read More

Fungal infection on scalp

 8211 Views
I was having fungal infection and was asked to use onabet and clindac for around 6 weeks and was asked t ... Read More

Regarding hair scalp

 21 Views
I have a strange structure in my scalp for past few months And it's size is increasing and feels painful ... Read More

Itching on the rig side of th with scalp

 25 Views
Hi Sir, For 1 ½ months, I am facing an issue with itching on my right cheek, initially it started wi ... Read More

Allergy on the scalp, beard and eybrows

 31 Views
So, I have been facing hair fall for 6 years now and hair on my scalp, beard, mustache, eyebrows and on c ... Read More

Boil on my scalp

 30 Views
Please doctors what can I take I have painful boil on my scalp I have not applied or taken anything for i ... Read More

Pimples in scalp

 24 Views
Pimple like bumps on scalp with burning sensation from 3 days.I am diabetic and thyroid patient , taking ... Read More

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.