Fig. 11. Favus in a boy aged 6. Other members of the family were also affected. A and 

 B, typical neglected crusted lesions (scutula). C and D, following daily use of soap and water 

 and application of salicylic and sulfur ointment for one week, the crusts have disappeared. E, 

 epilated scalp, showing residual erythema at sites of former lesions. 



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