The associated endothrix species also cause a "black dot" tinea capitis. In the ectothrix types, the hyphae and spores cover the outside of the hair, which results in the destruction of the cuticle.

TOPLINE: Tinea capitis management varies among US-based pediatric dermatologists, a national survey found. METHODOLOGY: The fungal scalp infection tinea capitis affects an estimated 3%-13% of ...