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                    [post_content] => Also known as dermatophytosis or tinea, this condition is caused by a fungal infection in the skin. This disease which manifests as red, itchy, scaly patches of skin that are raised or swollen. These will transition into blisters or ooze or begins to crack or crust.
What is ringworm?
Secondary adverse effects can manifest as well. If it infects the skin under your nails, discoloration and thickening can give them an odd appearance (and cause thy to ultimately crack). If the skin under scalps (or hairy region) is impacted, hair follicles may fall out or break, causes balding. There are four main types of this condition. T. capitis (scalp), t. corporis (body), t. cruris (jock itch by the groin or inner thighs), and t. pedis (athlete’s foot). Its reign is not exclusive to Humans . Animals (like guinea pigs, cats, and dogs) can also suffer if exposed.
Is ringworm a parasite?
Ringworm is caused by a parasitic mold like fungus rather than a traditional insect, arachnid, or annelid creature. The title is misleading as these organisms aren't worms. There are many parasites that are a worm. There is the tapeworm, hookworm, fluke, pinworm, ascariasis, and trichinella among others.

[RELATED]

Symptoms will be different and there is no relation to the two invasions at all. How do you get ringworm from this organism closer related to mushrooms than annelids? A patch may be a darker shade than the inside of the edges. It’s considered a prominent characteristic and can be easily found if you look up ringworm pictures online. This resembles a loop or ring, which is what ringworm is named after.
What are the stages of ringworm?


The course of ringworm generally follows a journey of symptom advancement. The stages of ringworm are pretty much the same regardless of species of the hosts. First, after 4 to 14 days, you’ll start to get pinkish blotches.

They can feel moist or dry. The damaged regions will periodically grow. Itchiness may tempt you to scratch, break the skin, and develop bacterial infections.
What are the causes of ringworm?
Contact with one of three different types of fungi will result in this disease. Spores of the trichophyton, microsporum, and Epidermophyton can all do it. They occupy the cells on the top layer of your skin. As they live, they multiply. Their multiplication causes larger portions of your body to get attacked. Very simple everyday things resulting in expose causes ringworm.
How do you get ringworm?
The more obvious method to contract it is through the exposure of an infected individual (animal or human). While it’s not guaranteed contacts with these victims will immediately mean you’ll face diagnosis, you should be careful to wash your hands afterward. If you are administering treatment to another person or animal, be sure to take precautions to lower the risk of contamination.

The would mean wearing latex gloves and thoroughly washing your hands following touching. Try to not let them have contact with your clothes, and vigorously clean their habitats, cages, or clothes. This would mean things like socks, toys, and bedding for people and litter or woodchips for pets. Make sure to also clean the bowls, aquarium, and/or cage of your infected pet as well. You do not need to touch an infected individual to get this disease though. How you get ringworm commonly is by touching the original source.

[RELATED]

It often resides in dirt or soil as spores. It can do this for an extended period of time without needing a host. If you are gardening, digging, or playing outside, this is a risk. The best prevention method is to shower, bathe, or at least wash your hands following an outdoor session. Kids and outdoor cats are more likely to get this, but that doesn’t mean adults are immune.
What are the over the counter ringworm treatments?


The best and strongest treatments must be prescribed in severe situations. If you want something tamer (and often more inexpensive), there are over the counter ringworm treatments. Like prescriptions, OTC options include antifungal creams which include ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, or terbinafine.

There are generally more topical approaches than oral or injections, but you can discuss this with your doctor. For babies and toddlers, make sure to get the approval of any product used. It is also crucial you receive a diagnosis for the rash before pursuing any treatment options. If you just look at images and pics online, you might misdiagnosis it. Any condition that has rashes on the face or extremities may seem like it. You don’t want chicken pox or another more sinister disease to be mistaken.
Are there home remedies for ringworm?
If you would like to take a natural approach, there are options. These home remedies for ringworm are targeting how to keep the wounds healthy rather than how to cure it. For starters, don’t wear clothing that will irritate the sores. Try loose fitting and soft fabrics like linen, or none at all if possible. Bandaging the area can also help you from rubbing against the skin and breaking it, making it vulnerable to outside infections. Cleaning the skin and subsequently drying it gently after is also important. Change (and disinfect) your surroundings daily until you’re sure it can’t spread. Moistness is another aggravating factor so try not wearing wet or damp shoes as this moisture provides the ringworm with its optimal growing environment.

 

 
Article References:

 	
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm-body/symptoms-causes/syc-20353780
 	
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091351-overview
 	
https://www.healthline.com/health/ringworm#outlook
 	
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ringworm/
 	
https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/what-you-should-know-about-ringworm#1

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                    [post_content] => The term ‘ringworm’ is misleading. You might think your skin is crawling with worms. Ringworm is not a monster living inside of you but a rash. It is a fungus similar to athlete’s foot, scalp ringworm, and jock itch. Known as tinea corporis if it arises on your body or tinea capitis if on your scalp. It is contagious. You can catch the fungus from other people or pets. Infected spores on humans, animals, soil, and other surfaces spread the infection. Please see the before and after images.
Types of Ringworm Treatment
The bullseye marks will spread without treatment. Prompt treatment is mandatory, especially if your children are in daycare, kindergarten, or elementary schools. You can buy meds from the pharmacy or seek prescriptions from your child’s pediatrician.

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If your cat or dog has ringworm then you must take them to a qualified veterinarian. Ringworm in humans is the same as animals so it is zoonotic disorder.
Using Over the Counter Medicine for Ringworm


A trip to the clinic can cost hundreds so to control expenses try thrifty creams and lotions. Over-the-counter medicine for ringworm is widely available at supermarkets, drugstores, pharmacies, and apothecaries.

Stores like Walmart, Target, Publix, Kmart, Winn Dixie, Safeway, Walgreens, and CVC all stockpile antifungal meds.

Ringworm treatment involves otc:

 	
Clotrimazole (Brand names Lotrimin and Mycelex)
 	
Miconazole (a common ingredient in many brands and one of the best)
 	
Aloe Vesta Antifungal
 	
Secura
 	
DermaFungal
 	
Critic Aid Clear
 	
Baza
 	
Desenex
 	
Podactin
 	
Lamisil
 	
Azolen
 	
Miranel
 	
Microderm
 	
Cruex
 	
Carrington
 	
Micro-guard
 	
Xolegel
 	
Mitrazol
 	
Remedy

Ringworm on scalp require prescription medication treatments:

 	
Itraconazole (Brands Onmel or Sporanox)
 	
Griseofulvin (also called Grifulvin V or Gris-PEG)
 	
Fluconazole (Brand name Diflucan)
 	
Terbinafine

Using Ringworm Cream
Ringworm cream is easy to smooth onto the circular lesions. There might be a slight itch as the area dries out, but ringworm cream does not burn or sting. If the ringworm is on face and close to the eye then take create care not to get the lotion into the eye.
Using Tea Tree Oil for Ringworm


The origins of tea tree oil are traced back to Austrian where indigenous tribesmen would pound the leaves of the tree to form oil which would be used as a holistic treatment option.

Tea tree oil for ringworm is a powerful antifungal. You can buy cream, soaps, gels, and shampoos that contain the plant resin as an active ingredient.
Using Coconut Oil for Ringworm
The antifungal properties of coconut oil are similar to tea tree oil, but not as strong. Coconut oil for ringworm in babies is less strong than other lotions but still effective. It can also be used as a carrier oil in essential oil treatments. There are few, if any, side effects.
Using Natural Remedies for Ringworm
Many people want to return to nature and the basics by abstaining from big pharma. Natural remedies for ringworm have been used for generations.

Garlic: Garlic naturally inhibits the growth of funguses such as Cryptococcus, Candida, Trichophyton, and Torulopsis. Boil it in water and create a poultice. Create a paste using a bit of olive oil or even coconut.

Atmospheric conditions: Fungus thrives in moist humidity so keep your skin cool and dry.

Soap: Never underestimate the power of old-fashioned soap. It dries the fungus and prevents the spread.

Grapefruit Seed Extract: Smooth a drop into the circular lesion once a day.
Children and Ringworm
Your little one is at an increased risk of bringing home ringworm:

 	
Warm humid climates like Florida, Alabama, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, Arkansas, and the Carolinas. Also countries close to the equator.
 	
Frequently play with strange animals such as strays.
 	
Participate in sports such as wrestling, football, martial arts, or basketball.
 	
School gym locker rooms
 	
Shared bathrooms

Adults at risk are often:

 	
Elderly
 	
Malnourished
 	
Weakened immune systems

Ringworms and Pets
You might not realize that there are multiple types of ringworm. Microsporum gypseum is a type that you can get from gardening in contaminated soil. Also, Fido or Kitty can dig in the dirt can contract the fungus. Dogs regularly contract Microsporum canis which is shared with their owners and other humans. Parents often think sandboxes are great ideas in the backyard, but neighborhood felines see them as giant litterboxes which spread ringworm. Longhaired cats often carry the fungus without developing symptoms.

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Not just your household pets are at risk. Other animals and feathered friends also carry and spread ringworm:

 	
Horses
 	
Cows
 	
Raccoons
 	
Possums
 	
Wolves
 	
Coyotes
 	
Mountain lions
 	
Bobcats
 	
Bears
 	
Squirrels
 	
Sheep
 	
Goats
 	
Pigs
 	
Birds
 	
Rodents

How Do Animals Catch Ringworm?
Infected hair and scale transfer are common. Also, bedding, cages, kennels, brushes, clippers, and combs are all origins of contamination at grooming salons and boarding facilities. Digging in the dirt, poor hygiene, lack of good nutrition, and overcrowded housing are also causes. Animals do not show signs for two to four weeks. Then patches of hair start to fall out and round scaly lesions develop. Remember, there is always a telltale ring around the lesion that helps you tell the difference between it and mange. Clean and disinfect all of your pet’s areas with chlorine bleach. Then treat the pet using the prescription medication provided by your vet. Medications used for animals include griseofulvin, terbinafine, and itraconazole.

 

 
Article References:

 	
https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/dermatologic-disorders/fungal-skin-infections/tinea-corporis
 	
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682753.html
 	
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3780-5052/fluconazole-oral/fluconazole-oral/details
 	
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm-body/symptoms-causes/syc-20353780
 	
https://animalallergycolorado.com/animal-disease-index/ringworm
 	
http://www.cfsph.iastate.edu/FastFacts/pdfs/dermatophytosis_F.pdf

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            [post_content] => Also known as dermatophytosis or tinea, this condition is caused by a fungal infection in the skin. This disease which manifests as red, itchy, scaly patches of skin that are raised or swollen. These will transition into blisters or ooze or begins to crack or crust.
What is ringworm?
Secondary adverse effects can manifest as well. If it infects the skin under your nails, discoloration and thickening can give them an odd appearance (and cause thy to ultimately crack). If the skin under scalps (or hairy region) is impacted, hair follicles may fall out or break, causes balding. There are four main types of this condition. T. capitis (scalp), t. corporis (body), t. cruris (jock itch by the groin or inner thighs), and t. pedis (athlete’s foot). Its reign is not exclusive to Humans . Animals (like guinea pigs, cats, and dogs) can also suffer if exposed.
Is ringworm a parasite?
Ringworm is caused by a parasitic mold like fungus rather than a traditional insect, arachnid, or annelid creature. The title is misleading as these organisms aren't worms. There are many parasites that are a worm. There is the tapeworm, hookworm, fluke, pinworm, ascariasis, and trichinella among others.

[RELATED]

Symptoms will be different and there is no relation to the two invasions at all. How do you get ringworm from this organism closer related to mushrooms than annelids? A patch may be a darker shade than the inside of the edges. It’s considered a prominent characteristic and can be easily found if you look up ringworm pictures online. This resembles a loop or ring, which is what ringworm is named after.
What are the stages of ringworm?


The course of ringworm generally follows a journey of symptom advancement. The stages of ringworm are pretty much the same regardless of species of the hosts. First, after 4 to 14 days, you’ll start to get pinkish blotches.

They can feel moist or dry. The damaged regions will periodically grow. Itchiness may tempt you to scratch, break the skin, and develop bacterial infections.
What are the causes of ringworm?
Contact with one of three different types of fungi will result in this disease. Spores of the trichophyton, microsporum, and Epidermophyton can all do it. They occupy the cells on the top layer of your skin. As they live, they multiply. Their multiplication causes larger portions of your body to get attacked. Very simple everyday things resulting in expose causes ringworm.
How do you get ringworm?
The more obvious method to contract it is through the exposure of an infected individual (animal or human). While it’s not guaranteed contacts with these victims will immediately mean you’ll face diagnosis, you should be careful to wash your hands afterward. If you are administering treatment to another person or animal, be sure to take precautions to lower the risk of contamination.

The would mean wearing latex gloves and thoroughly washing your hands following touching. Try to not let them have contact with your clothes, and vigorously clean their habitats, cages, or clothes. This would mean things like socks, toys, and bedding for people and litter or woodchips for pets. Make sure to also clean the bowls, aquarium, and/or cage of your infected pet as well. You do not need to touch an infected individual to get this disease though. How you get ringworm commonly is by touching the original source.

[RELATED]

It often resides in dirt or soil as spores. It can do this for an extended period of time without needing a host. If you are gardening, digging, or playing outside, this is a risk. The best prevention method is to shower, bathe, or at least wash your hands following an outdoor session. Kids and outdoor cats are more likely to get this, but that doesn’t mean adults are immune.
What are the over the counter ringworm treatments?


The best and strongest treatments must be prescribed in severe situations. If you want something tamer (and often more inexpensive), there are over the counter ringworm treatments. Like prescriptions, OTC options include antifungal creams which include ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, or terbinafine.

There are generally more topical approaches than oral or injections, but you can discuss this with your doctor. For babies and toddlers, make sure to get the approval of any product used. It is also crucial you receive a diagnosis for the rash before pursuing any treatment options. If you just look at images and pics online, you might misdiagnosis it. Any condition that has rashes on the face or extremities may seem like it. You don’t want chicken pox or another more sinister disease to be mistaken.
Are there home remedies for ringworm?
If you would like to take a natural approach, there are options. These home remedies for ringworm are targeting how to keep the wounds healthy rather than how to cure it. For starters, don’t wear clothing that will irritate the sores. Try loose fitting and soft fabrics like linen, or none at all if possible. Bandaging the area can also help you from rubbing against the skin and breaking it, making it vulnerable to outside infections. Cleaning the skin and subsequently drying it gently after is also important. Change (and disinfect) your surroundings daily until you’re sure it can’t spread. Moistness is another aggravating factor so try not wearing wet or damp shoes as this moisture provides the ringworm with its optimal growing environment.

 

 
Article References:

 	
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm-body/symptoms-causes/syc-20353780
 	
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091351-overview
 	
https://www.healthline.com/health/ringworm#outlook
 	
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ringworm/
 	
https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/what-you-should-know-about-ringworm#1

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