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04-15-2007, 05:08 PM | #1 |
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| ringworm??? what causes ringworm on humans and how do you get rid of it??
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04-15-2007, 07:52 PM | #2 |
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| they you can catch it from cats , dogs its very contagiious , there is this spray at the store called silver its herbal , and when my niece had ring worm that is how we got rid of it , I hope this information helps you out.
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04-15-2007, 08:44 PM | #3 |
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| lotsa info in re: ringworm Definition Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin. The name is a misnomer because the disease is not caused by a worm. Description Ringworm is characterized by patches of rough, reddened skin. Raised eruptions usually form the circular pattern that gives the condition its name. As lesions grow, the centers start to heal. The inflamed borders expand and spread the infection. Ringworm may also be referred to as dermatophyte infection. It is more common in males than females, and is most common among children ages three to nine years. Types of ringworm Ringworm is a term that is commonly used to encompass several types of fungal infection. Sometimes, however, only body ringworm is classified as true ringworm. Body ringworm (tinea corporis) can affect any part of the body except the scalp, feet, and facial area where a man's beard grows. The well-defined, flaky sores can be dry and scaly or moist and crusty. Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis) is most common in children. It causes scaly, swollen blisters or a rash that looks like black dots. Sometimes inflamed and filled with pus, scalp ringworm lesions can cause crusting, flaking, and round bald patches. Most common in black children, scalp ringworm can cause scarring and permanent hair loss. Ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris or jock itch) produces raised red sores with well-marked edges. It can spread to the buttocks, inner thighs, and external genitals. Ringworm of the nails (tinea unguium) generally starts at the tip of one or more toenails, which gradually thicken and discolor. The nail may deteriorate or pull away from the nail bed. Fingernail infection is far less common. Last edited by sammiz; 04-15-2007 at 08:45 PM. |
04-15-2007, 10:20 PM | #4 |
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| Get a good anti-fungal (jock itch) medicine. Wash your hands very carefully after having contact with the ringworm as it spreads.... You will probably want to wash your bed linen in very hot water and dry it on high heat if possible. It is best to leave the treated ringworm uncovered -- however if anyone (human or fur) comes into contact with the ringworm, they too can contract it. |
04-16-2007, 05:35 AM | #5 |
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| I've posted regarding our experience with ringworm a few times in the past. Here are the threads so you can see other responses also but mine are there too. Good luck! http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...light=ringworm http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...light=ringworm http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...light=ringworm
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