Ringworm of the scalp is caused by ______________.

Microsporum

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Aspergillus

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Penicillium

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Alternaria

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Solution

The correct option is A Microsporum
“Ringworm” of the scalp, is mainly a disease of children caused by Microsporum or Trichophyton species.
Trichophyton tonsurans, Microsporum canis, and Microsporum audouinii are most common.
The condition presents with hair loss (alopecia), usually with scale. Permanent hair loss may occur.

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