A 37-year-old male presents complaining of an itchy scalp | Medibuddy
7th August 2020

A 37-year-old male presents complaining of an itchy scalp

A 37-year-old male presents complaining of an itchy scalp. He says it is a constant distraction throughout the day, and is embarrassed by his excess dandruff. On examination there is a red-scaly rash distributed in the hairline of his scalp. It is also present in his eyebrows and nasolabial folds. 

Given the most likely diagnosis what is the most likely causative organism? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.

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