In kids, the scalp is a common spot. If you have signs of ringworm, you probably want it gone yesterday. Good news, says Dr. These creams will:. Most often, an OTC treatment works well to clear up ringworm. Some people suggest applying this would-be home remedy and covering the spot with a bandage.
But you may end up with open sores, Dr. AAD Shade Structures provide permanent outdoor shade in areas that are not protected from the sun. When it comes to treating the skin, plenty of people say they have expertise.
Only a board-certified dermatologist has these credentials. To get the best results and prevent the infection from spreading to other areas of your body, dermatologists recommend the following:.
Treat the area for as long as recommended. Anti-fungal medicine may work quickly. You may see clearing or no longer feel symptoms in a few days. If this happens, you should still treat the area for as long as your dermatologist recommends. By treating ringworm for as long as recommended, you help ensure that the ringworm does not re-appear a few weeks after you stop treating it. After touching the area with ringworm, wash your hands before touching another area of your body.
Touching or scratching the area with ringworm and then touching another area can spread ringworm from one part of your body to another. Washing your hands well can help prevent this. Keep the infected area clean and dry. The fungus that causes ringworm thrives in warm, moist areas, so you want keep the area clean and dry. When cleaning the area with ringworm, wash the affected area s and dry it them with a clean towel.
Use another clean towel to dry the other parts of your body. Microsporum canis M. Cats and dogs can both carry it, but cats are considered the most important hosts. Long-haired breeds such as Persian cats and Yorkshire terriers are reported to be more susceptible. The incubation period for ringworm in humans is usually one to two weeks. Because the fungal spores are present before you see the ringworm outbreak, you can catch it from someone even before it shows up on them.
There are also some people and animals who can have ringworm but show no symptoms. They can still transfer the ringworm to you. Under an ultraviolet light, it may appear on the fur within seven days of exposure. During that time, your pet may be infectious without your seeing any symptoms.
As long as the fungal spores are present in the skin, the ringworm can be spread from person to person, or animal to person. However, once you start treatment, if you cover the lesions you can significantly decrease the risk of spreading them to others. The condition is contagious until all the spores are eliminated from your skin. The fungal spores can also stay alive on clothing, bedding, and elsewhere as long as their food supply dead skin cells is present, and they have a moist and warm environment.
Spores can live for as long as 12 to 20 months in the right environment. Without treatment, it may go away on its own in a matter of months in a healthy person. Or it may not. If the rash persists despite a few weeks of treatment, it is important to be seen by your GP to ensure both the diagnosis and treatment is appropriate.
Ringworm is spread by contact with infected humans, animals and contaminated objects and surfaces. Children are most likely to be infected by other people who already have ringworm, via school playgrounds, gyms, contaminated clothing, bath mats, towels, damp floors and showers.
Because ringworm is very contagious, it can be difficult to prevent. However, there are ways you can help your child avoid being infected:. There is no need to keep your child home from school, but the rash should be covered by clothing or a dressing to avoid spreading ringworm to others. Avoid being barefoot in public showers; public swimming pools can be used once treatment has been started.
Avoid sharing towels. What can I do to help? Do you recommend tea tree oil? Occasionally, an oral treatment is also needed — discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist.
Some people find relief from tea tree oil, but we do not recommend tea tree oil as a treatment because it can cause skin inflammation. We acknowledge the input of RCH consumers and carers. To donate, visit www. This information is intended to support, not replace, discussion with your doctor or healthcare professionals.
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