Tinea Capitis (Scalp Ringworm)

Management of fungal scalp infection.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
DermatologyPaediatrics

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Fungal skin infection - scalp
National
Ringworm (tinea): WHO Fact Sheet
Local
Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm): HSE National Antibiotic Prescribing Guidelines
Local