How to Get Rid of Ringworm on Kids
Tinea corporis (ringworm) is an infection on the surface of the skin. Anyone can get ringworm but it is most common in children. Ringworm is contagious and can spread through contact with an infected person or animal, an inanimate object such as a gym towel, the floor of a locker room or from playing in the dirt. Ringworm can affect all ages, races and both males and females, but particularly those who deal with animals a lot, sweat a great deal or who live in hot, muggy climates. Treatments should rid a patient of ringworm within one or two weeks, but a doctor's care may be necessary.
Instructions
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Note the area where the lesions appear. Ringworm can occur anywhere on the body but typically is seen on the arms, legs, neck and trunk area of the body.
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Confirm that lesions are ringworm. Ringworm is usually red and circular in appearance. The center portion may be clear and the outer borders may have blisters, scabs or bumps.
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Apply an over-the-counter anti-fungal cream such as terbinafine, miconazole or clotrimazole. Spread the lotion or cream at least one inch beyond the borders of the lesion to prevent it from enlarging.
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Seek a physician's advice. According to the Skinsight.com web site, if the legion is unusually large or home treatments are not curing the infection, the doctor may prescribe medications or oral anti-fungal pills.
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Tips & Warnings
Since ringworm is contagious, an infected child should avoid playing contact sports for at least 48 hours after starting treatment.
Avoid sharing towels or clothing articles until the lesions are completely healed.
