Dermatophytosis, also known as had, is characterized by a fungal infection of the skin, which can start with the appearance of small spots, which can spread to the rest of the body.
This type of ringworm can affect animals and humans in any region of skin, such as scalp, nails, beard area, feet, groin, among others, causing redness and intense itching. Treatment usually consists of administration of topical and oral antifungal medications.
What are the symptoms
Symptoms may vary depending on the region that is affected by the fungus, and may occur redness, itching, the appearance of spots on the skin, which may have a more intense red tint with relief and peeling. If the infection occurs on the nails, they may become weaker, yellowish and brittle.
Types of dermatophytosis
There are several types of dermatophytosis, which are classified by the region of the affected skin:
1. Tinea capitis
Tinea capitis, also known as had the scalp, is a fungal infection that affects the scalp, causing scaling and intense itching and is more frequent in children. Learn about the causes and symptoms of ringworm of the scalp.
2. Tinea corporis
This type of ringworm can appear in any region of the body and usually manifests as spots with a red outline, with or without relief, with the appearance of a kind of ring. Learn how to identify Tinea corporis .
3. Tinea cruris
Tinea cruris mainly affects the groin area, the inner part of the cocks and buttocks, causing intense itching, being more common in males.
4. Tinea pedis
Also known as an athlete's foot, this is a fungal infection that affects the feet and is generally transmitted in damp public places such as changing rooms and swimming pools, especially if the person is walking barefoot. Learn how to identify and treat ringworm in the foot.
How is the treatment done?
Treatment usually consists of administration of antifungal medicines, which can be applied directly to the skin in the form of a gel, ointment or spray, such as clotrimazole, miconazole or bifonazole.
In more severe cases where topical products have no effect, it may be necessary to take tablets, such as ketoconazole or terbinafine, for example, which should only be used if prescribed by a doctor.
Home treatment
There are some plants that can help treat dermatophytosis and relieve itching because they contain antifungal and healing properties.
The plants that can be used to make home remedies for skin ringworm are salvia, aloe, aloe and melaleuca, for example. Here's how to prepare these home remedies.
