Tinea capitis causes hair loss, scaling, erythema, and impetigo-like lesions. It is the most common dermatophyte infection found in children under the age of 12, especially in African Americans.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition ... leading to sudden hair loss and possibly itching on the scalp. 4. Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) Tinea capitis or scalp ringworm is a fungal ...

Some conditions, such as tinea capitis/scalp ringworm ... Conversely, some people with non-scarring alopecias, such as alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia, experience itching or burning ...