Definition:
Tinea Corporis is also known as ringworm, tinea circinata, and tinea glabrosa it is a fungal infection of the arms and legs or it may occur any part of the body. It is similar to other form of tinea.
This infection tends to last for a very long time, for years at times; as it is difficult to get rid of this fungus.
Types of Tinea Corporis:
- Tinea Capitis: Ringworm infection of scalp
- Tinea Barbae: Ringworm infection of beard area
- Tinea Pedis: Ringworm infection of foot
- Tinea Cruris: Ringworm infection of groin area
- Tinea Manus: Ringworm infection of hands and interdigital spaces
- Tinea Faciei: Ringworm infection of face except the beard area
- Tinea Unguium: Ringworm infection of nails
Causes:
Tinea corporis is caused by a tiny fungus known as dermatophyte. These tiny organism lives on the superficial skin surface, when the opportunity is right, they can induce a rash or infection.
Following factors make one prone to develop fungal infection:
- Excessive sweating
- Poor hygiene
- Using contaminated personal care items (such as: clothing, combs, toothbrush etc.)
- It can also spread from pets (such as: cats, dogs, cows etc.)
Symptoms:
- Red raised ring shaped eruption with clearer center
- The borders may appear scaly
- Itching
Diagnosis:
- It is best diagnosed by any trained physician clinically.
- Skin scrapings of affected area for microscopic examination
- Culture
Treatment:
- Antifungal creams – ketoconazole, oxiconazole, clotrimazole or miconazole
- Antifungal medication- The most commonly used antifungal medications are itraconazole and terbinafine. These medications are given in extensive cases and to prevent secondary infection.
Homeopathic approach for the treatment of Tinea Corporis:
Homeopathy is effective for chronic Tinea corporis. However, as the disease gets older, it tends to get more resistant to any form of treatment. Also, once you use anti-fungal cream for many months or years, this infection becomes more resistant and difficult to treat. Homeopathy is strongly indicated for Tinea corporis.
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