Introduction
Ringworm is a common skin infection that is caused by a fungus. It’s called the “ringworm” because it can cause a circular rash (shaped like a ring) that is usually red and itchy. Anyone can get a ringworm. The fungi that cause this infection can live on skin, surfaces, and on household items such as clothing, towels, and bedding.
Ringworm goes by many names. The medical terms are “Tinea” or “Dadar” Other names for ringworm are based on its location on the body – for example, ringworm on the feet is also called “athlete’s foot.”
Causes of Ringworm/Tinea
Ringworm is mainly caused by a particular fungus that rapidly grows in a moist area, perspiring parts of the body and on any injured site of the body like nails, scalp or skin. Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton are three different types of fungi that can cause this fungal infection. The fungi which infect the skin in this way are known as ‘Dermatophytes’.
One can also get infection by contact of an infected person or by using his/her belongings like towels, combs, clothing, shoes, etc
Types of Ringworm
TINEA VERSICOLOR
TINEA PAEDIS
TINEA CRURIS
How It Spreads
- From a person who has ringworm
- From an animal that has ringworm
- From the environment
Symptoms Of Ringworm/ Tinea
- Symptoms depend on the type of fungi and location of affected part.
- Ring shaped skin rashes
- Red, Scaly patches that may expand nearby
- Itching of skin
- Rashes with pus, in some cases
- Darkening of skin of the affected part
- Tenderness or pain of affected area
- Itching and burning in the infected area
Prevention Of Ringworm/Tinea
- To prevent the Ringworm/Tinea infections, one has to maintain the proper hygiene. Follow these simple steps, and you can prevent the fungal infection or Ringworm or Tinea: –
- Avoiding direct physical contact with the infected person.
- Avoid sharing the personal belongings of infected persons or avoid touching them.
- Never sharing combs or hats.
- Avoid touching the pet of an infected individual or any pet with a bald spot.
- Infected pets should be treated promptly.
If you need to share any objects such as remotes, computers, keyboards, cell phones, etc., used by any infected person then always use sanitizing wipes.
Whenever you use public facilities (e.g., gyms, public restrooms, phones, etc.), wash your hands always.
It is a great alternative and natural therapy for Ringworm. Homoeopathic treatment of Ringworm is very safe & effective and totally side effect free. Long-term uses of these Homeopathic medicines for Ringworm do not lead to any damage to the body.
The aim of homeopathy is not only to treat Ringworm but also to to stop the recurrence of this infection. As far as therapeutic medication is concerned, several homoeopathic medicines are available for treatment that can be chosen on the basis of a cause of location, type, condition of skin and modalities of the complaints. There are many homoeopathic medicines that have the potential to cure Ringworm .
Proper case taking, detail analysis of symptoms can cure Ringworm permanently, with a well selected homoeopathic medicine.
Clinical Tips of Few Homoeopathic Remedies For Ringworm.
Arsenic Album
Arsenic album is a beneficial homoeopathic remedy for RINGWORM. There is intense burning & intolerable itching .Eruption are blackish,brownish in colour.Itching relieved by hot application. The symptoms are usually worse at night.
Bacillinum
It is a very useful and most indicated Homeopathic remedy for ringworm.This nosode can be used as an intercurrent remedy in ringworm. in boericke M.M. It is a specific remedy for ringworm.
Sepia
There is itching of the affected part of the body, which is not relieved by scratching. Fungal infection becomes worse in the bends of elbows and knees. Ringworm-like eruptions appear every spring. It is indicated in eruptions especially in the fold of skin.in synthesis repertory it is mentioned under ringworm,eruption,upperpart of body,in spots.
Sulphur
Skin becomes dry, scaly and unhealthy.eruption all over body reddish,blackish in colour.severe itching followed by scratching and burning.itching worse by heat,perspiration,morning,night,after washing.pt is hot.Pt feels better by scratching.
Tellurium
Especially ringworm eruption are intersecting rings.Stinging in skin with offensive odour.complaints worse at night,touch,friction relieved by cold application.
Rhus Venenata
Ringworm eruption followed by severe itching.itching relieved by hot application.
Rhus Tox
Ringworm eruption mostly on hairy parts.eruption are red ,swollen ,intense itching, bleeding, burning.agg during sleep, wet weather, rest. Better by dry weather,warm applications.
Oleander
Ringworm with eruption pimples papules at margin.volouptous itching bleeding itching worse by friction of clothes,undressing ,rest.
Merc Sol
Eruptions all over body.constantly moist skin.volouptous itching redness and burning like pepper.complaints worse at night,warmth,perspiration.pimples around main eruption.
