Ringworm Infection

Unlike the word sounds it is not an infection caused by worm but it is a fungal infection

. Clinically it is given the name Dermatophytosis. Variety of species of fungi are responsible for this infection and it is highly contagious and can spread easily just by touching.

Some of the types include

Infection on the skin of the feet may cause athlete's foot

In the groin jock itch.

Involvement of the nails is termed onychomycosis, and they may thicken, discolour, and finally crumble and fall off.

As we all agree to the point that "prevention is better than cure" , some tips by which the infection can be prevented are

Avoid sharing clothing, sports equipment, towels, or sheets.

Washing clothes in hot water with fungicidal soap after suspected exposure to ringworm.

Avoid walking barefoot, instead wear appropriate protective shoes to the beach and flip-flops in locker rooms.

After being exposed to places where the potential of being infected is great, one should wash with an antibacterial and anti-fungal soap or one that contains tea tree oil, which contains terpinen-4-ol.

Avoid touching pets with bald spots as they are often carriers of the fungus.

Children can also be easily infected because they are not good at preventive measures. So extra care should be taken when it comes to children.

Treatment

The treatment for the infection ranges from topical methods to oral consumption of medicine. Best topical ointments used are antifungal topical agents like ketoconazole, Miconazole, Terbinafine etc.

Naturally it can cured by cutting the slices of raw papaya and keeping them on the affected area for about 15 minutes and then washing it with warm water. Regular application of Papaya helps in getting rid of the infection.

Ringworm Infection

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