Tinea Capitis

Tinea Capitis, also known as dermatophytosis of scalp, is related to tinea favosa and seborrheic dermatitis, and has symptoms including itching of the scalp, pus filled lesions on the scalp and patches of hair loss. An important gene associated with Tinea Capitis is CBS (Cystathionine Beta-Synthase). The drugs Fluconazole and Albendazole have been mentioned in the context of this disorder. Affiliated tissues include skin and thyroid, and related phenotypes are immune system and mortality/aging