Is scalp ringworm contagious

Tinea capitis is a fungal infection caused by skin disease, infectious, its mode of transmission for direct contact infection, indirect contact infection, self-infection, etc.

1. Direct contact infection

Close contact with patients with tinea capitis, such as sharing combs, hats, pillows, etc., may be infected with tinea capitis.

2. Indirect contact infection Contact with

towels, clothing, hair tools, etc. used by patients with tinea capitis may also be infected with tinea capitis.

3. Self-infection

If scratching the affected part of tinea capitis, and then scratching other parts, it may lead to self-infection. It

should be noted that the infectivity of tinea capitis is relatively weak, but in some cases, such as low immunity, long-term use of immunosuppressants, etc., the risk of infection of tinea capitis will increase.