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It's best to avoid scratching around ringworm, as this can worsen the infection and lead to further irritation or spread. Scratching may also introduce bacteria, increasing the risk of secondary infections. Instead, keep the area clean and consider using antifungal treatments as recommended by a healthcare professional. If itching persists, consult a doctor for appropriate management.
What else can I help you with?
Does a cat scratch look like a cigarette burn?
It doesn't unless you contracted ringworm from the scratch.
Can a scratch turn into a ringworm?
No, a scratch cannot turn into ringworm, as ringworm is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, not by scratches or wounds. However, if a scratch becomes infected or if the area is exposed to the fungi that cause ringworm, it could potentially develop into a fungal infection. It's important to keep scratches clean and monitor for signs of infection to prevent complications. If you suspect a fungal infection, consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Can a doctor cure ringworm?
Medication a doctor prescribes can cure ringworm, so yes. Ringworm can be highly contagious to anyone with close contact. So it is important to get diagnosed and treated.
How long does it take between contact with something that has ringworm and the actual ringworm rash on your body?
Sometimes it takes up to two weeks to get a rash. For others, who have sensitive skin, will get it a bit sooner. Before getting the rash you will feel minor to extreme urges to scratch. Advice: DO NOT SCRATCH!! If you do not want to have a big laceration on your body
Is milk good to treat ringworm?
Milk has no effect, whatsoever, on ringworm sores. Ringworm is a fungus infection and requires treatment with an anti-fungal ointment or medicine. Try some of the stronger athlete's foot or 'jock itch' ointments, rubbing them thouroughly into each sore. If that does not do the job for you in a couple of weeks, then GO TO A DOCTOR and get a prescription drug!!! Do NOT scratch the sores, as that will just spread the fungus around. Signed . . . Been there, done that.
Do people scratch their names at the top of the Eiffel tower?
No. There is a very long fence around it that keeps tourists from getting to close
If you have ringworm on your breast can wearing a bra make it worse?
Yea. I currently have ringworm on my breaat and it has sprrad to the areas my bra rubs when I slide it around and on.
What are the most common ringworm symptoms for dogs?
The most common symptom for ringworm in dogs, is a spreading circle of hair loss, with scabbed skin in the center, surrounded by a characteristic red ring. This often becomes infected, causing the dog to bite, scratch, or lick at the affected area.
Can you infect someone with ringworm by kissing?
No, you cannot infect someone with ringworm by kissing. Ringworm is a fungal infection that is primarily spread through direct skin-to-skin contact or by sharing contaminated items, such as towels or clothing. While it can be transmitted through close contact, it is not spread via saliva or through kissing.
Can the owner of the pet rabbit catch anything from it?
Yes you can catch ringworm from a rabbit infected with ringworm, particularly if you pick them up and they scratch you. You need to treat yourself with Canestan from the chemist, and obtain some medicine from your vets to treat your rabbit. You can also get pink eye from rabbits (and just about every other animal)
What is a white patch with a red ring around it?
I think that's the fungus 'ringworm'.
What is a red patch with a white ring around it?
I think that's the fungus 'ringworm'.
