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Ringworm
Ringworm is a contagious skin infection caused by fungus. All questions concerning causes, symptoms, treatments and prevention can be found here.
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What is the scientific name for Ringworm?
The scientific name for Ringworm is dermatophytosis. It is a fungal infection of the skin that can affect humans and animals.
ringworm isn't a worm it is a fungi and so the fungi reproduces and not the worm (because it isn't a worm)
a small red patch on your skin that's in the shape of a ring
What is an effective treatment for ringworm of the scalp?
If you want to get rid of scalp ringworm fast, then what I have found to work for me is to dab bleach on the affected area, although, this may lead to permanent damage such as scarring, or permanent hair-loss. A more safe way is to us shampoos such as Nizoral shampoo, Sulfur 8 shampoo, Head and Shoulders, or selsum bleu shampoo. No matter what you do, always wash your pillow case and switch it out with another once every two days. From my past experiences, these have all worked for me, and my hair had started to grow back in about 2-3 months. Since I wrestle, i am expose to ringworm quite frequently. So, I really hope this helps, Good Luck! :)
Red blotches on my upper thigh?
Hello,
This is more likely to be due to fugal infection.
Friction and (fungus caused jock) occur in an area where skin rubbing against skin is highly frequent.
They present with red and , painful Itchy patches of scaly skin will have defined, ring-like borders, hence the medical name Tinea cruris, or ringworm of the groin.
Proper general hygiene is essential to prevent tinea cruris.
Topical antifungal creams are used for treatment.
However, there is no replacement for direct medical consultation.
Keep us updated.
Best regards
Ringworm (or tinea corporis) is a common fungal infection resulting from dermatophytes, which are microscopic organisms that live on the dead outer layer of skin. Direct contact with infected people, animals, or inanimate objects transmits the fungal infection. Most ringworm infections result from human dermatophytes. Still, you can develop ringworm through exposure to animals (commonly the household pet) and from the soil.Although infection may go away without treatment, some ringworm may require antifungal medications applied as cream to the lesions.
- Apply topical antifungal medications to the lesion itself and 1 inch beyond its border twice daily for a minimum of two weeks, and at least one week after it goes away. Keep the infected area clean and dry. Over-the-counter medications available at the drugstore include miconazole 2% (with brand names such as Monistat and Micatin) or clotrimazole 1% (with brand names such as Lotrimin and Mycelex).
- Ringworm is highly contagious.
- Avoid touching suspicious lesions.
- Maintain proper hygiene by washing your hands and body frequently and laundering the linens and clothes of an infected family member separately.
- Avoid contact sports such as wrestling until you have been treating the lesions for at least 48 hours.
What is the scientific name of fungus that causes ringworm?
there are many scientific names for ringworm, what identifies the name is where it is found.
ringworm of the body is Tinea corporis, this one is the most common.
Is ringworm on black people red?
No, not usually. There is a harmless virus that resembles ring worm and comes with red blotches called Pityriasis rosea.
Attacks most often last 4 - 8 weeks. Symptoms may disappear by 3 weeks or last as long as 12 weeks.
SymptomsAttacks most often last 4 - 8 weeks. Symptoms may disappear by 3 weeks or last as long as 12 weeks.The rash starts with a single large patch called a herald patch. After several days, more skin rashes will appear on the chest, back, arms, and legs.
The skin rashes:
Are often pink or pale red
Are oval in shape
May be scaly
May follow lines in the skin or appear in a "Christmas tree" pattern
May itch
If this sounds like what you are experiencing then you should do some more research and/or go see a Dermatologist
How does a person bathe with a ringworm on their ankle to prevent from spreading it?
ringworm is actually caused by a fungus. you can treat it with antifungal cream. the easiest to obtain (no prescription needed) is women's yeast infection cream. e.g. canestin, monostat, vagisil, etc. apply to the affected area 2x daily until the infection clears.
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. Anti fungal antibiotics will be required to cure the infection.
A good place to find some medical pictures of ringworm are at a dermatologist office. These doctors keep pictures on hand to identify this fungus on patients.
What organ systems does ringworm affect?
Ringworm is not actually a worm, it is a fungus, and it is found on the surface of the skin. In most people the immune system can prevent infection. Many people acquire ringworm from kittens or cats, which may or may not show symptoms. Ringworm is most often a small, isolated lesion which goes away quickly with proper treatment.
Should you swim with ringworms?
you can go swimming at any time. Just make sure that you dry the area with a clean towel that only you will be using and apply anti fungal medication on the area several times each day. It will take a long time for it to go away but continue the medicine on that area for about a week after the visible signs of ringworm go away.
Yes, ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The medical term for it is tinea corporis.
