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Signs and symptoms of ringworm may include:
- A scaly ring-shaped area, typically on the buttocks, trunk, arms and legs.
- Itchiness.
- A clear or scaly area inside the ring, perhaps with a scattering of bumps whose color ranges from red on white skin to reddish, purplish, brown or gray on black and brown skin.
- What is a description of ringworm?
- What is an interesting fact about ringworm?
- How contagious is ringworm in humans?
- How do you describe a ringworm rash?
- What looks like ringworm but isn't ringworm?
- Is ringworm caused from being dirty?
- What should you not eat when you have ringworm?
- Can ringworm make you sick?
- What cures ringworm fast?
- Does ringworm always itch?
- How do I get rid of ringworm naturally?
- Where is the most common place to get ringworm?
- Can ringworm be cured?
- Why are ringworms itchy?
What is a description of ringworm?
Ringworm is a common infection of the skin and nails that is caused by fungus. The infection is called “ringworm” because it can cause an itchy, red, circular rash. Ringworm is also called “tinea” or “dermatophytosis.” The different types of ringworm are usually named for the location of the infection on the body.
What is an interesting fact about ringworm?
Ringworm gets its name from the distinctive ring-like pattern the red spots often form on the skin. Although ringworm often does appear on the skin, including the scalp, it can also show up on the fingernails or toenails. Ringworm of the nails doesn't create a ring-like pattern.
How contagious is ringworm in humans?
Ringworm is highly contagious, and it spreads easily from person to person (and even from animal to person). Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) and jock itch (tinea cruris) are caused by the same organism as ringworm. It's called ringworm when it appears on other parts of your body.
How do you describe a ringworm rash?
Ringworm might appear as roundish, flat patches of itchy skin. Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) is a rash caused by a fungal infection. It's usually an itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in the middle.
What looks like ringworm but isn't ringworm?
Ringworm can closely resemble another condition, nummular eczema. Doctors also call nummular eczema discoid eczema or nummular dermatitis. What's similar between the two conditions is they both cause round or coin-shaped lesions on the skin. The lesions are often itchy and scaly.
Is ringworm caused from being dirty?
Ringworm is an infection on the surface of the skin that is caused by a fungus. It is common in children but can also occur in adults. It is usually passed by direct skin contact with another person who has ringworm or by touching a contaminated surface such as dirty clothing or towels.
What should you not eat when you have ringworm?
In natural medicine, it is generally believed that the fungal (yeast) organisms responsible for infections such as ringworm thrive on foods containing sugar (including the sugar in fruit), refined carbohydrates (like pasta and white rice) and foods that are mouldy, yeasty or fermented (most breads, aged cheeses, dried ...
Can ringworm make you sick?
Some people also get a fever and generally feel unwell. Although rare, the fungi that cause ringworm can sometimes cause a deeper infection called Mojocchi granuloma.
What cures ringworm fast?
Over-the-counter antifungals can kill the fungus and promote healing. Effective medications include miconazole (Cruex), clotrimazole (Desenex) and terbinafine (Lamisil). After cleaning the rash, apply a thin layer of antifungal medication to the affected area 2 to 3 times per day or as directed by the package.
Does ringworm always itch?
Ringworm (dermatophytosis) is a temporary red, circular rash that develops on your skin. It's caused by a fungal infection. The rash typically appears as a red circle with clear or normal-looking skin in the center. The rash may or may not itch, and it may grow over time.
How do I get rid of ringworm naturally?
Aloe vera has long been used as a natural remedy for both bacterial and fungal infections, and ringworm is no exception. Aloe vera can treat the ringworm and may soothe symptoms of itchiness, inflammation, and discomfort. You can find ointments with aloe vera or apply aloe vera gel directly to the area.
Where is the most common place to get ringworm?
Ringworm most commonly affects the skin on the body (tinea corporis), the scalp (tinea capitis), the feet (tinea pedis, or athlete's foot), or the groin (tinea cruris, or jock itch).
Can ringworm be cured?
What is the prognosis (outlook) for ringworm? Ringworm can be cured with appropriate treatment. Ringworm of the skin typically resolves after two to three weeks of treatment, while cases of ringworm of the scalp or nails may require treatment for a few months.
Why are ringworms itchy?
Ringworm attacks dead tissues in places like the hair, nails, and leftover dandruff. But our bodies' immune reactions and local bacterial infections enable ringworm to turn healthy, living skin red and itchy.
