Scalp Ringworm – Itchy, Flaky Patch in a Child
Any pets at home or recent contact with other children who had similar symptoms?

Any pets at home or recent contact with other children who had similar symptoms?
Have you seen any hair breakage or bald spots forming?
They can contribute in some children, though not always; a dermatologist or allergist can guide testing if the pattern suggests it.
Thank you for the details and the photograph (not shown for privacy). This presentation fits best with childhood eczema (atopic dermatitis), especially given the recurrent pattern, itch, and typical locations. Conditions like contact dermatitis, which often presents after exposure to irritants or allergens, nummular eczema, which typically forms coin-shaped patches on the limbs, and fungal […]
Have the patches ever become weepy or painful?
Any new soaps, detergents, or pets introduced recently?
Is the itching worse at night or after sweating?
Do the patches appear in the same areas each time?