What to Expect: The scalp will return to normal appearance in 4 to 8 weeks. The hair will grow back in 3 to 6 months after treatment is completed.
How do you get rid of scalp ringworm?
Treatment for ringworm of the scalp requires a prescription-strength antifungal medication taken by mouth. The first-choice medication is usually griseofulvin (Gris-Peg). Alternatives might be used if griseofulvin isn't working or your child is allergic to it.
Does hair grow back after ringworm on scalp?
If ringworm treatment is started early and if the medications are taken as prescribed, scalp ringworm can be successfully cured, and the hair in bald spots will likely grow back.
What happens if scalp ringworm is left untreated?
Scalp ringworm should be treated (by a prescription medicine your doctor can prescribe) because it is contagious and because, if left untreated, the affected area can develop hair loss and sometimes another, more serious, infection called a kerion.
How do I know if I have ringworm on my scalp?
Signs and symptoms of ringworm of the scalp may include:1One or more round, scaly or inflamed patches where the hair has broken off at or near the scalp.2Patches that slowly get bigger and have small, black dots where the hair has broken off.3Brittle or fragile hair that can be easily broken or pulled out.Ringworm (scalp) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
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