Treatment of Infant Neck Fungal Infections

Important Considerations for Topical Terbinafine Treatment

• The British Journal of Dermatology recommends that for tinea capitis (scalp ringworm), topical therapy alone is not recommended and oral therapy is generally indicated 1
• The American Academy of Pediatrics is not mentioned, however, it's worth noting that if the infection does not respond to topical treatment within 2 weeks, or if it appears to be spreading to the scalp/hair, oral antifungal therapy may be necessary 1
• For extensive or severe infections, or those involving the hair follicles, consultation with a pediatric dermatologist is recommended, as suggested by medical guidelines, although the specific society is not mentioned 2