TINEA BARBAE 
DIFINITION
is a fungal infection of the hair
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
is caused by dermatophytes that are responsible for most fungal skin infections They infect the stratum corneum of the epidermis which help them invade the epidermis
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
swelling and redness around infected area
effortless hair to pull out
red and lumpy skin on infected area :
DIAGNOSES
microscopy
culture of skin scraping and hair pulled out
CAUSES
zoophilic fungi acquired after contact with animals
dermatophytic infection around the bearded area of a man
TREATMENT
topical anti-fungal medication such as griseofulvin, terbinafine and itraconazole, taken by mouth
RISK FACTORS
share clothing ,bedding or towel with someone who has fungal infection
live in warm climate
having contact with an affected person or animal
PREVENTIONS
Topical formulations with antifungal compounds like shampoos may be used
take your pet to see vet if you suspect a ringworm infection
avoid sharing toiletries with someone who is infected