HITMAN
15-08-06, 03:02 AM
It is quite common in Oman & all the countries that share the same weather---> Heat & Humidity, to develop fungal infections of the skin
Overview
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin or scalp (Fi6riyaat), it is not a worm as the name suggests
The fungal infection is caused by the fungi called Dermatophytes, the conditions that are caused by it are called Tinea, though they live normally on the human skin, the hot moist weather associated with poor hygiene can lead to the infection which is also transmitted from one person to another or even from pets. It can effect virtually any part of the body, scalp (tinea capitis), foot (tinea pedis or better known as athlete's foot), thighs & groin (tinea cruris or jock's itch), skin around the neck & back (tinea versicolor)
Signs & symptoms & prevention
Itching, skin rashes, hypopigmented lesions (patches which are lighter than the normal skin color), scaling betwen the digits with nail discoloration & eventually its breaking off, patchy hair loss (manifestations depend on the site infected)
Special extra care must be taken especially for those living in hot humid conditions, proper hygiene, not sharing the combs or towels. Those who have the tendency to develop athlete's foot for instance should avoid wearing socks or shoes that allows moisture to develop leading to growth of the fungi
Treatment
Antifungal creams are quite effective in managing tinea. However, in cases of recurrent infections or the ones that do not respond to the over the counter antifungal creams then a dermatologist must be consulted for further management with systemic antifungals & stronger topical creams
Overview
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin or scalp (Fi6riyaat), it is not a worm as the name suggests
The fungal infection is caused by the fungi called Dermatophytes, the conditions that are caused by it are called Tinea, though they live normally on the human skin, the hot moist weather associated with poor hygiene can lead to the infection which is also transmitted from one person to another or even from pets. It can effect virtually any part of the body, scalp (tinea capitis), foot (tinea pedis or better known as athlete's foot), thighs & groin (tinea cruris or jock's itch), skin around the neck & back (tinea versicolor)
Signs & symptoms & prevention
Itching, skin rashes, hypopigmented lesions (patches which are lighter than the normal skin color), scaling betwen the digits with nail discoloration & eventually its breaking off, patchy hair loss (manifestations depend on the site infected)
Special extra care must be taken especially for those living in hot humid conditions, proper hygiene, not sharing the combs or towels. Those who have the tendency to develop athlete's foot for instance should avoid wearing socks or shoes that allows moisture to develop leading to growth of the fungi
Treatment
Antifungal creams are quite effective in managing tinea. However, in cases of recurrent infections or the ones that do not respond to the over the counter antifungal creams then a dermatologist must be consulted for further management with systemic antifungals & stronger topical creams