Ringworm infection treatment

06/02/2023

06/02/2023

The fungi that cause ringworm can live on the skin and in the environment. There are three main ways that ringworm can spread
1. From a person who has ringworm.
People can get ringworm after contact with someone who has the infection. To avoid spreading the infection, people with ringworm shouldn’t share clothing, towels, combs, or other personal items with other people.

2. From an animal that has a ringworm.
People can get ringworm after touching an animal that has ringworm. Many different kinds of animals can spread ringworm to people, including dogs and cats, especially kittens and puppies. Other animals, like cows, goats, pigs, and horses can also spread ringworm to people. Please click here for more information about pets and ringworm, and click here for information about how to stay healthy at petting zoos and other animal exhibits.

3. From the environment.
The fungi that cause ringworm can live on surfaces, particularly in damp areas like locker rooms and public showers. For that reason, it’s a good idea not to walk barefoot in these places.

06/10/2022

Treatment for Ringworm
Athlete's foot can usually be treated with non-prescription medication applied to the skin.
Athlete's foot can usually be treated with non-prescription medication applied to the skin.
The treatment for ringworm depends on its location on the body and how serious the infection is. Some forms of ringworm can be treated with non-prescription (“over-the-counter”) medications, but other forms of ringworm need treatment with prescription antifungal medication.
Ringworm on the skin like athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) and jock itch (tinea cruris) can usually be treated with non-prescription antifungal creams, lotions, or powders applied to the skin for 2 to 4 weeks. There are many non-prescription products available to treat ringworm, including:
Clotrimazole (Lotrimin, Mycelex)
Miconazole (Aloe Vesta Antifungal, Azolen, Baza Antifungal, Carrington Antifungal, Critic Aid Clear, Cruex Prescription Strength, DermaFungal, Desenex, Fungoid Tincture, Micaderm, Micatin, Micro-Guard, Miranel, Mitrazol, Podactin, Remedy Antifungal, Secura Antifungal)
Terbinafine (Lamisil)
Ketoconazole (Xolegel)
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For non-prescription creams, lotions, or powders, follow the directions on the package label. Contact your healthcare provider if your infection doesn’t go away or gets worse.
Ringworm on the scalp (tinea capitis) usually needs to be treated with prescription antifungal medication taken by mouth for 1 to 3 months. Creams, lotions, or powders don’t work for ringworm on the scalp. Prescription antifungal medications used to treat ringworm on the scalp include:
Griseofulvin (Grifulvin V, Gris-PEG)
Terbinafine
Itraconazole (Onmel, Sporanox)
Fluconazole (Diflucan)
You should contact your healthcare provider if:
Your infection gets worse or doesn’t go away after using non-prescription medications.
You or your child has ringworm on the scalp. Ringworm on the scalp needs to be treated with prescription antifungal medication.

15/09/2022

Treatment depends on the cause of the infection and the severity. Some types of viral skin infections may improve on their own within days or weeks.
Bacterial infections are often treated with topical antibiotics applied directly to the skin or with oral antibiotics. If the strain of bacteria is resistant to treatment, treating the infection may require intravenous antibiotics administered in the hospital.
You can use over-the-counter antifungal sprays and creams to treat a fungal skin infection. If your condition doesn’t improve, ask your doctor about prescription oral or topical creams. In addition, you can apply medicated creams to your skin to treat parasitic skin infections. Your doctor may also recommend medications to reduce discomfort like anti-inflammatory drugs.

15/09/2022

Treating Fungal Infections
Despite your best efforts at prevention, you think you have a fungal infection. Now what? First, talk to your doctor. Other skin problems can look a lot like fungal infections, but require different treatment. For mild infections, topical medication may be all you need. Stubborn infections could require oral prescription drugs.

15/09/2022

Fungal Infections: Hygiene at Home
To prevent fungal infections from taking a foothold at home, your best defense is to keep skin clean and dry. Change underwear and socks daily. Let your sneakers air out and wash them regularly. Take your shoes off at home to expose your feet to the air.

15/09/2022

Nail Fungus
Brittle, discolored, thick nails may mean you have nail fungus. It can affect fingernails or toenails. Prevent nail fungus by keeping hands and feet clean and dry, wearing dry socks and changing them often, wearing shoes in a public shower, pool, or locker room, and not scratching infected skin, such as athlete's foot. Wear wide-toed shoes (so toes aren't crammed together), and don't share nail clippers.