favus

incontable

A contagious fungal infection of the scalp, occurring mainly in Africa and the Middle East.

• 🇪🇸Infección fúngica contagiosa del cuero cabelludo, frecuente principalmente en África y Oriente Medio.

1. Fungal skin infection C2 formal medical

   A chronic, contagious fungal infection of the scalp and skin, characterized by yellowish, cup-shaped crusts and hair loss, primarily found in parts of Africa and the Middle East.

   • The doctor diagnosed the child with favus after examining the crusty lesions on his scalp.
   • Favus is rare in developed countries but still occurs in some rural communities.
   • Treatment for favus typically involves antifungal medications and improved hygiene.

   🇪🇸Favas (infección fúngica de la piel)

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