Ringworm & Athletes Foot
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What is Ringworm and Athlete's Foot ? What are the causes ?
Ringworm of the skin is an infection caused by a fungus. Athlete's foot is a rash on the skin of the foot. It is the most common fungalskin infection. There are three main types of athlete's foot . Each type affects different parts of the foot and may look different. Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungus that grows on or in the top layer of skin.Ringworm is not caused by a worm. It is caused by a fungus. The kinds of fungi that cause ringworm live and spread on the top layer of the skin and on the hair.
WHO IS POTENTIALLY AT RISK OF GETTING RING WORM & ATHLETE'S FOOT ? WHERE DOES IT OCCUR ?
Treatment/Risk
Athlete's Foot & Ringworm can be treated with creams or ointments that you put on your skin to kill fungi. These are called topical antifungals. You can get many topical antifungals without a prescription. There is a 20-30 % risk of developing any fungal infection. Risk varies depending on climate and various medical problems.
Prevention
Keep your skin clean and dry. Change your socks and underwear at least once a day.Always dry yourself completely after showers or baths. After drying your skin with a towel, allow your skin to air-dry before putting your clothes on. You can also use a hair dryer, set on a cool setting, to dry your skin.Use talcum or antifungal powder on your feet.
Beware
Parents please watch your kids and encourage them to keep their hands to theirselves and wear shoes while in public places or else they could end up with one of these contagious fungi !
Ringworm !
Some important facts.
1. Any can get RIngworm & Athlete's foot.
2. They are fungi pathogens.
3.There are treatments.
4. These Fungi are not deadly.
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