Tinea Capitis Specialist

Diagnosis and Care Planning with a Tinea Capitis Specialist

Tinea capitis is a fungal scalp infection causing patchy hair loss, scaling, and itching. Specialist assessment includes clinical examination and may use microscopy or fungal culture to identify the fungus. Results guide medication and scalp care recommendations. Treatment can involve oral antifungal drugs, topical agents, and hygiene measures. Follow-up consultations monitor progress and adjust therapy when needed.

• Consultation with Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo for scalp infection assessment
• Microscopy and fungal culture to confirm infection type
• Antifungal therapy matched to patient age, health, and severity
• Scalp hygiene advice to reduce reinfection risk
• Secure before/after reviews, results vary
• Bring previous prescriptions or reports to the appointment

Treatment Options and Related Services

After infection clearance, hair restoration can address residual hair loss. Options include Male Hair Transplant, Female Hair Transplant, and Growth Factor Hair Therapy (GFC). These are planned only after confirmed fungal clearance.

Alloroots also treats scalp concerns such as Seborrheic Dermatitis, Scalp Folliculitis, and Cradle Cap. Patients can manage multiple issues under one doctor-led care plan, improving continuity and avoiding multiple clinic visits.

When to See a Tinea Capitis Specialist

Seek specialist care if you notice sudden patchy hair loss, scaly patches, or persistent itching, especially in children. Early diagnosis limits spread and may prevent lasting hair damage. A specialist sets antifungal therapy duration, manages medication side effects, and advises on post-treatment hair restoration. Video consultations offer access for patients outside major cities.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India offering surgical hair transplantation and regenerative trichology. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), services include personalised hair loss diagnosis, hairline design, advanced FUE transplants, and non-surgical therapies. Consultations are available in-clinic and online with emphasis on privacy, medical safety, evidence-based care, and realistic planning. Learn more at alloroots.com.