Tinea corporis, or just simply ‖ringworm‥ is a superficial fungal disease of the human skin. It can be mistaken for ringworm in the body because of the round appearance that it commonly possesses.
In the groin area it can be called ‛jock itch› and in the feet it may be referred to as, ‛athlete's foot
Ringworm in children is quite common. It is also very contagious and is known to affect nearly all age groups from infants to teens. However, in adults, it can affect anyone and is considered an infectious condition that can be passed between people. As with children, the main cause of ringworm is contact with the infected object.
Ringworm in adults can occur in several places. The most common locations include the scalp, the elbows, the groin area, and the nails.
Ringworm in children may have multiple lesions or it may have one large lesion. The lesions on adults are typically flat and itchy. Some may also have redness. In some cases, the rash may not show up at all.
Ringworm in adults can occur on any part of the body. It can also appear on animals or in the nails. If there are any red lumps or patches in the nail, this may be an indication of ringworm.
Children tend to develop ringworm more easily. Most cases occur in summer months when children are outside more than they are indoors and in hot weather when skin is exposed to the sun. Also, children's clothing and bedding and carpets are often dirty and therefore more likely to be affected with ringworm.
Ringworm in adults is easier to treat and there are many over-the-counter medications available. These medications include creams that can be applied directly to the rash. or applied by rubbing the affected area with a band-aid. In severe cases, antihistamines can be used.
Topical medications are also available. However, it must be remembered that a topical treatment should never be used if your condition is not that serious as it may lead to further problems such as bacterial infection.
There are a number of ringworm cures that are available
The most common of these is to use creams and ointments that contain Diflucan and Benzoyl Peroxide.
You can also try oral medicines. You can take tablets or capsules that are made up of either diphenhydramine or lofepramine. You can also apply the medication to the rash using a cotton swab or cotton buds and then allow the treatment to remain on the rash for up to ten days.
Other local applications can be as simple as a paste, or a cream. You can use them directly on the rash.
A number of medications can be used in conjunction with one another in order to achieve a cure. For example, you can combine oral and topical medications and use a combination of both to achieve the ultimate result.
One of the most common ways to get rid of ringworm is with an operation called ringworm surgery. In this method, a small incision is made around the rash and then a foreign object is inserted to prevent it from spreading. The foreign object will kill the yeast or bacteria that cause the infection. It is used as an alternative to the standard antifungal medication that your doctor may prescribe.
It is also helpful to consider the use of antifungal drugs to fight infection with adoniabyciaobella. Although some doctors recommend using antifungal drugs, there is also the possibility that some of these drugs can cause side effects, especially when taken with certain other drugs.
Prescription drugs can also be bought over the counter. However, they may contain some of the same side effects as other types of medications, so you may need to talk to your doctor about the contents of the bottle to avoid unnecessary worries.
Natural ringworm treatments kill the yeast and bacteria that cause infection. Therefore, it is important to consider your personal situation and how you want the treatment to affect your life when choosing a natural treatment for ringworm.