How to Identify and Eliminate Ring Worm

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can be found on the skin. Mold spores that spread very easily cause it. Wrestlers can get it easily from constant sweaty contact but you can get it from just about anywhere. Ringworm is easy to identify and treat if you know what you are looking for. It has a couple of real noticeable characteristics.

Things You'll Need

• Topical anti-fungal medication

Instructions

1. Check the skin's condition. Ringworm slightly mimics eczema or psoriasis except ringworm causes the skin to slightly rise up. People with a previous skin condition can be more susceptible to getting ringworm. You may also see small bumps or blisters on the edge of the irritated area.

2. Look for a round lesion. One of the main characteristics of ringworm is the round lesion. The lesion can be a thin or scaling spot of skin. Sometimes the patch of skin is also irritated and red. It looks like there is a round worm under your skin.

3. See your doctor. For proper diagnosis your doctor needs to take a sample to further examine in a laboratory. He can confirm ringworm by closely examining it.

4. Treat the worm with anti-fungal cream. Typically ringworm can be treated with only an anti-fungal cream. Rub it on the infected area as directed for as long as four weeks (varies between cases). This will take care of most ringworm infections.

5. Consider oral medication. The reason it is important to consult a physician is because you may need more treatment than the use of an anti-fungal cream. Normally oral medication is only necessary in severe cases or if the infected area happens to be in the nail and scalp location of your body. These areas are harder to treat with only a cream.

Tips & Warnings

• Follow directions given for anti-fungal use.

Resources

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