Dermoscopic findings in Tinea Capitis among under 18 children in dermatology polyclinic patients: a hospital-based cross-sectional study.

Background: Tinea capitis is a fungal infection that affects the scalp. It is caused by a group of fungi known as dermatophytes, which thrive in warm and moist environments. In Somalia, there is a data shortage regarding dermatological conditions, especially in Mogadishu, the most populous city in the country.