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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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Ring worm is also known as tinea, and is caused by a fungal infection that occurs on the skin's surface. People used to believe that it was caused by worms on the skin. Ringworm is caused by dermatophytes, which are a bad kind of yeast (remember that there are different kinds of molds, yeast and fungi throughout the world, but not all cause problems on the skin. Dermatophytes are skin fungi which live on top of the skin or on its dead layer. Thus, they are usually not found in mucous membranes.
Tinea is microscopic and can live only on the skin, nails or hair. Some tinea species can exist on animal skin, while some live on the soil. Because of the variety of fungi, and the many things that people come in close contact to on a daily basis - it can be difficult to find out where the ringworm condition has stemmed from.
The fungi that causes ringworm thrives on heat and moisture, thus it is usually found in folds of the body and on the foot. Ringworm can cause the skin to itch and form red - like swelling and crusting. Some types of ringworm produce ring like spots.
If you have ring worm, it can be treated through topical anti - fungal applications or systemic treatment. Or, you can try a variety of natural and herbal products which may work and are safer in comparison to prescription medication.
How do you heal ringworms on dogs?
You will need to give your puppy/dog ringworm medications from the pet store or take him/her to the vet. Its extremely important that you take him/her soon because the worm can grow longer and suffocate your puppy/dog. S/he can also develop worms in his/her heart. With medications, the worms can be treatable and disappear. I would advise you to bring the vet a sample of his/her poop on the same day appointment. This will help the vet diagnose the problem through microscope, I believe. Good luck!
Does clear nail polish work for ringworm?
Ringworm can be treated -topically (with external applications) -or systemically (for example, with oral medications)
-Topical treatment: When fungus affects the skin of the body or the groin, many antifungal creams can clear the condition in two weeks or so. Examples of such preparations include those that contain clotrimazole (Cruex cream, Desenex cream, Lotrimin cream, lotion, and solution), miconazole (Monistat-Derm cream), ketoconazole (Nizoral cream); and terbinafine (Lamisil cream and solution). These treatments are effective for many cases of foot fungus as well.
-For a long time, the only effective antifungal tablet was griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Grifulvin, and Gris-PEG). In recent years, newer agents have been introduced that are both safer and more effective. These include terbinafine (Lamisil), itraconazole (Sporanox), and fluconazole (Diflucan). Reputations die hard, however, and many people continue to fear that even these newer agents are "bad for the liver," when in fact they are quite safe when used properly.
Answer 3The 1st answer was wrong - application of nail polish does not cure ringworm. the second made no attempt to answer the question =- that person should learn to read. Answer 4:No nail polish does not cure ringworm. the second persons answer was to inform the person asking, about antifungal agents. if your not sure about using them try home remedy of apple cider vinegar(with water 1:1 ratio) or colloidal silver which has natural healing agents and silver and fungus don't get along, it kills off the fungus in other words and does work. Answer 5I have recently had ringworm which i had got from my brother and the cream for my brother never seemed to work so i looked on the computer for faster cures because i didn't want this ugly ring on my leg and used nail polish and on the next day it was already fading and by day 3 it was pretty much gone. So you can use nail polish! (: Answer 6:My brother has ringworm and we are going to see if putting clear nail polish really does help. I hope it does because my little brother is really scared.Can you go tanning with ringworm?
Yes you can go tanning with ringworm. The bright UV lights damage the ringworm fungus and drys out your skin. This process of quickly drying the skin will actually help get rid of the ringworm. I would wait to apply any topical creams until after you are done tanning because they might irritate your skin when combined with tanning lights.
P.S. Don't tell the tanning business that you have ringworm because they might not let you into the beds.
(You can trust this answer, I have had ringworm multiple times, it comes with being a wrestler)
Can garlic oil get rid of ringworm?
cut a garlic clove to get a flat side then warm in a pan and rub on area
Will cortizone 10 get rid of ring worms?
No, steroid creams may make it look a little better for a day or two, but it will soon worsen. Ringworm is a fungus, and Cortizone 10 is basically an anti-inflammatory - it won't cure a fungal infection. Talk to your pharmacist about over the counter treatment for ringworm.
What will happen if you get too much ringworms?
I have had ringworm, and didn't treat it with anything, and it went away within a month.
Usually, the fungal infection just gets worse and spreads. You need clotrimazole cream or another antifungal treatment to cure it.
Does ringworm affect your health?
Ringworm is a fungus that is spread by touch. It is most common in cats, but can be found on pretty much any mammal. It is called ringworm for its appearance, a red ring SHAPED raised patch of skin. It can be scaly, dry, or the inside of the ring can ooze. Ringworm doesnt bring any detrement to the body other that being itchy and looking weird. It can be treated with anti fungal creams or some home readidies that may or may not work, but its worth a try.
What are the mortality rates for Ringworm?
i dont know for sure but not very many do im lokkin a virus up and i picked ringworm
Will mupirocin ointment cure a ringworm?
No. Ringworm is a fungal infection Use Lamisil. I have seen it work on me.
Can you get ringworm from someone who has chickenpox?
Chickenpox and ringworm are caused by completely different microbes. You can only get ringworm from someone with chickenpox if they also have ringworm.
Can you use triamcnolone acetonide cream to cure ring worm?
No. The steroid like triamcinolone will suppress the symptoms and aggravate the disease.
What increases the risk of ringworm?
Diabetes mellitus increases susceptibility to ringworm. So do dampness, humidity, and dirty, crowded living areas. Braiding hair tightly and using hair gel also raise the risk.
What treatment should you use to treat a ringworm from around your anus?
pull it out with some tweezers
What causes diseases such As ringworm and athletic foot?
Both the disease are caused by fungal infection
Is ringworm a virus or bacteria?
Ringworm is contagious. It spreads when you have skin-to-skin contact with a person or animal that has it. It can also spread when you share things like towels, clothing, or sports gear.
You can also get ringworm by touching an infected dog or cat, although this form of ringworm is not common. It is caused by a fungus. The kinds of fungi (plural of fungus) that cause ringworm live and spread on the top layer of the skin and on the hair. They grow best in warm, moist areas.
Can mometasone furoate cream usp 0.1 percent be used to treat ringwarm?
No you can not..it is steroid..Use antifungal cream for ringworm..
p/s=i am a doctor
Can you use mupirocin on your ringworm?
Yes, you can use Miconazole Nitrate cream for Ringworm. Drugs.com state that one of the uses for this drug is to treat body ringworm. It is a topical anti-fungal cream. Make sure you cover the area with a bandage after applying the cream or you run the risk of the ringworm spreading. Also wash your hands!
How does a ringworm enter the body?
Ringworm is a fungal infection that you catch by touching somethig or someone that has been contaminated.
Ringworm is a fungal infection that is acquired by direct contact. Susceptible areas of the body are the feet, groin, under the breasts, and wherever the conditions are warm, moist, and dark.
