Ringworm is more common in America than people may think. According to American Chronicle.com, “this form of fungus prevails in 29-31 percent of the United States population.” Symptoms are red rash in a ring shape and itching. Treatment is provided both over the counter and by prescription. The choice depends on the severity of the infection.
Another name for Ringworm is Tinea. In Latin this means a worm that grows. Added to the word Tinea are other words depending upon the location of the infection. For example, Tinea Pedis is another name for Athletes feet.
Treatment for Ringworm can be accomplished through over the counter medication. However, prescribed oral treatment plans are usually prescribed when over the counter medicine do not work. This usually happens when the infection is severe. With the prescription plan, one pill is taken every day for 7 days.
The 7 day treatment is very effective. It cures Ringworm 100 percent of the time. In more severe cases the length of treatment is longer. In these cases treatment may continue for up to and even beyond fourteen days.
Ringworm is a type of fungi. Thankfully it rarely goes deeper than the first layer of skin. You will never find this infection inside your mouth. However it is found most anywhere else on the body, even on the scalp.
Ringworm thrives in moist warm conditions. Therefore, wearing loose clothing is a good idea in avoiding the spread of this fungus. Also, good hygiene is important. Like most germs, washing hands frequently keeps them from spreading to the rest of our body. This is important.
In addition, be aware of open cuts and broken nails. This situation is an invitation for germs like Ringworm to invade. From there with the right conditions the fungi will multiply. Whenever a cut occurs, wash it thoroughly with soap and water (despite the pain). Next, add a form of antibiotic to the area and cover with a proper size bandage. Make sure to change the bandage daily or any time that it gets wet.
Treatments like “Creobic Ringworm Treatment” is one type of 7 day treatment plan. Always seek the advice of a physician before beginning any treatment plan. First your physician will identify that is in fact ringworm. From there he will suggest a treatment plan that will cure it.
