How to Spot the Signs of Ringworm

What is Ringworm?

Ringworm is a fungus infection that is contagious in nature and affects the scalp, body and the feet and nails, also known as athlete's foot.  People can get Ringworm from direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet or indirect contact with an object or surface that an infected person or pet has touched, or in some rare instances, contact by soil. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with worms and the name actually was derived from the small red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also referred to as Tinea. If you think you may have ringworm, but aren't sure, consult a doctor online at KoolDocs.com,  and he will be able to give you a prescription online to treat this mild fungal infection.

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Ringworm?

When a person has Ringworm in the scalp area, it usually begins as a small pimple that can become larger, which leaves scaly patches of temporary baldness. The infected hairs become brittle and can break off quite easily. Yellowish crusty areas can also develop. Scalp Ringworm usually appears 10 to 14 days after contact.

If a person develops Ringworm on their body, it can show up as a flat round patch anywhere on the skin, except for the scalp and the feet. The groin area is also a very common area of infection, also referrd to as groin Ringworm. As the rash gradually expands, its center clears and then produces a ring around skin that appears to be healthy. More than one patch may appear and the patches can also overlap. The area is sometimes itchy and the skin can also flake after scratching. Ringworm in the dermis can occur 4 to 10 days after contact. The time between exposure for other types of Ringworm, such as Ringworm in the feet is not known.

When Ringworm in the feet shows up, it is commonly referred to as Athlete's Foot. Scaling and cracking of the skin will appear, especially between the toes. It is also itchy and can be very uncomfortable. Ringworm of the nails causes the affected nails to become thicker, discolored and brittle. The nails tend to become flaky and will disintegrate when cut or filed.

Who is at risk for Ringworm?

Anyone can get Ringworm. Scalp Ringworm typically occurs in young children and outbreaks have been known to happen in schools, daycare centers and nurseries. Athletes in schools and people who are sharing gym areas have a greater risk in developing Ringworm in the feet and nails. Children with young pets have an increased risk for Ringworm of the body.

How is Ringworm Treated?

Ringworm can be treated with online prescription medication. There are also topical creams that can be prescribed that are applied directly to the affected area. Lack of or inadequate treatment can result in an infection that will not clear up. If you think you are experiencing signs of any type of Ringworm, you should check with your doctor online to see what treatment options are available for you.

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