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what are ringworns how do childern get ringworns

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Ringworm : Ringworm is actually not caused by a worm at all, but is caused by a fungus that lives on the skin called tinea.  People can get a tinea infection from skin to skin contact with an infected person or pet or by sharing personal items such as towels, clothing, and combs.

Clotrimazole is the generic name for the over the counter cream that treats ringworm. Apply 2-3 times a day for a few weeks until the lesion disappears completely and then some. Keep it covered for the first day of treatment (or longer if you want to) to prevent spread. Your child will need to see his doctor for a stronger medication if the ringworm is on his scalp, continues to spread after treatment at home or if it doesn't get better after 4 weeks of treatment at home.

Question 2

what causes ringworms?

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Fungi: Not worms. Certain species of fungus invades the uppermost layer of the skin and digests lipids in the stratum corneum outwardly expanding, hence the rings.

Question 3

what to use on a ringwrom?

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Fungus: Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin.  The best agents to try first against ringworm are topical anti fungal creams.  There are many that are readily available over the counter, asking a pharmacist for assistance would be advisable.  All the best!

Question 4

are ringworms from cats and dogs?

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Can carry it: Ringworm is actually a fungal infection of the skin (dermatophytosis) so the name is misleading. Yes -- dogs and cats can carry it and pass it to humans. Ringworm likes moist, warm conditions. For most people it is an itchy reddish annoying area on the skin. Look for bald spots on pets as the source of the ringworm. You and  your pet can be treated with an antifungal to solve the problem.

Question 5

what can you do to address ringworms?

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Antifungals: Despite the name, its not due to a worm, but due to a fungus that grows in the outer layer of the epidermis that creates an expanding ring of scale and rash. The over the counter antifungal terbinafine is very helpful.

Question 6

how can you tell if u have ringworms ?

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Fungus: Ringworm is a fungus infection of the skin which is characterized by round rings or circles of scalely skin or blistering. In hairy areas loss of hair may occur. Itching is common. If you are unsure, consult a physician and if it's ringworm, treatment is available.

Question 7

what does first sign o rinworm look like?

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Usually: It usually starts as a itchy bump and spreads out into ring with a clearing center.

Question 8

how can i tell if what i have are ringworms?

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Ringworm: Ringworm looks like a round rash that is red around the edges and skin colored in the middle or it could just look like a red, round patch of skin.  Ringworm itches. A doctor can confirm if your rash is due to ringworm.

Question 9

whats causes babys to get ringworms? and what can i use to treat them?

Accepted Answer

: Ringworm is treated with an antifungal cream. Ringworm is a fungal infection. It comes from contact with a fungus. There are some common areas where fungi live. Moist dark areas. Like the inside of a shoe,  old sponge, unclean towel, moist surface (bathroom fall, unclean tub, plastic basin) . You can't get rid of fungus on the skin until you get rid of the source

Question 10

will i get ringworms from my daughter?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: But it is fairly easy to treat unless it's in the scalp.

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