Scalp fungus not only causes itching, flaking, and hair loss, which significantly affects aesthetics, but it also impacts the quality of life of the patient. The disease is often confused with other scalp conditions such as ringworm, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and there are many types of fungi that cause the disease. In reality, many cases of scalp fungus, including children treated with folk remedies, result in severe scalp inflammation, hair loss, and permanent scarring.