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What Is Ringworm?
Getting to Know This Widespread Fungal Problem That Affects Skin, Nails, and Hair
Ringworm, which doctors call tinea, is a fungal infection you can catch. It affects your skin, scalp, nails, or groin area. The name is misleading – no worm causes it. Instead, dermatophyte fungi, which like warm and damp places, are to blame. You’ll often see red round itchy spots on your skin with scaly edges. These spots might feel uncomfortable or hurt a bit. While anyone can get ringworm, it’s most common in kids, athletes, and people with weak immune systems.
It’s key to spot ringworm treatment on skin to keep it from spreading to others and to avoid problems like bacterial infections on top of it. At Sky Skin and Laser Clinic, we’re experts at finding and treating ringworm . We use treatments that work well and have been proven effective.
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Causes and Symptoms of Ringworm and Fungal Infections for Skin, Hair, Nails
Causes:
- Touching the skin of an infected person or animal (often happens with pets like cats and dogs)
- Using shared items like towels, combs, or clothes that have the fungus on them
- Going to damp warm spots such as gyms, pools, and locker rooms
- Sweating a lot or not cleaning well, which lets fungus grow
- Having skin problems or cuts that break the skin's protection
- Having a weak immune system from being sick, taking medicine, or feeling stressed
Symptoms:
- Round or ring-like red spots with clear middles and scaly edges (typical ringworm mark)
- Skin that itches, looks red, or cracks and gets worse when you scratch
- Skin areas that are dry, flaky, or odd-colored mainly on hands, feet, and head
- Nails that are thick, break , or look strange in cases of nail fungus
- Hair falling out or breaking with scaly spots in cases of scalp fungus
- Signs of ringworm in the groin include redness, swelling, or irritation
Spotting these symptoms helps you recover quicker and stops the infection from spreading to other areas of your body or to other people.
Types of Ringworm / Fungal Infections
Different Forms Based on Location & Symptoms—All Require Expert Treatment
Tinea Corporis (Body Ringworm)
This one shows up as round, red patches on your trunk, arms, and legs.
Tinea Capitis (Scalp Ringworm)
You’ll notice scaly patches on your scalp, which can lead to hair loss and itching. This type usually needs systemic treatment.
Tinea Cruris (Groin Ringworm or Jock Itch)
This affects your inner thighs and groin, causing a red, itchy rash that can sometimes be quite painful.
Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot)
This infection typically occurs between your toes or on the soles of your feet, leading to scaling, itching, and sometimes blistering.
Tinea Unguium (Onychomycosis)
This is a fungal infection of the nails, which can cause them to thicken, discolor, and become brittle.
Tinea Barbae
This infection occurs in the beard area, primarily affecting adult men.
Tinea Faciei
This type appears on the face and is often confused with eczema or psoriasis.
Each of these types requires a tailored approach to treatment, whether it’s for your skin, hair, or nails, to ensure an effective and lasting cure.
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Why Select Sky Skin and Laser Clinic for Ringworm Treatment in Chennai?
The right clinic can influence your treatment results. Here are the reasons Sky Skin and Laser Clinic is the number one clinic for ringworm treatment in Chennai:
Experienced Dermatologists:
Our clinic has certified skin specialists that are competent and experienced at diagnosing and treating all types of fungal infections.Advanced Diagnostic Procedures:
Our clinic uses microscopic examination and fungal culture tests for the accurate identification of fungal infections, to institute a tailored treatment plan.Comprehensive Treatment Options:
The clinic has access to topical creams, oral medications, medicated shampoos, laser therapy, and more — assists in the treatment of fungal infection fully based on individual patient needs.Hygienic and Patient-Friendly Experience:
Our clinic has strict sterility protocols and safety measures to provide comfortable and safe treatment.Transparent and Affordable Costs:
There will be no hidden charges. We will review the cost to treat your fungal infection beforehand.Consistent Follow-Up & Support:
We will closely monitor your progress, as well the persistence of the fungal infection, to assist with preventing the reoccurrence of the infection.Types of Ringworm Treatment We Offer at Sky Skin and Laser Clinic in Chennai
Topical Antifungal Creams and Ointments:
Ideal for superficial skin infections and easy application to the skin where infection is localized.Oral Antifungal Medications:
Usually prescribed when infections are extensive, resistant, or when nails or scalp are infected, because of their systemic effects.Medicated Shampoos :
Specific formulations exist for ringworm treatment for the hair and scalp.Laser Therapy:
May be an option for persistent fungal nail infections (fungal infection treatment ntail) , has little to no side effects and no downtime.Combination Therapy:
Sometimes a combination of topical and oral treatments can yield the best treatment results, particularly in obstinate cases.Patient Education:
Purposes to demonstrate good hygiene, prevention practices or lifestyle changes to complement recovery and to reduce the risk of reinfection.A Fresh Start for Your Skin – at 20% Off
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Essential Steps to Achieve Full Healing and Prevent Recurrence
Once you’ve been treated for ringworm or a fungal infection, taking care of yourself afterwards is essential to avoid another infection:
- Finish the Whole Course of Medication
- Keep the Affected Area Clean and Dry
- Don't Share your Things
- Wear non-restrictive clothing
- Practice good hygiene
- Get to Your Follow-up Visits
- Be proactive
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ringworm is a common genital fungal infection of the skin, nails or scalp. It looks like red, itchy, circular rash. The best treatment for ringworm in humans consist of antifungal creams or, if inhibited, oral meds depending on severity. At Sky Skin and Laser Clinic, we provide treatments for all types of ringworm depending on each case.
Fungal skin infections will show as patches of red, and/or itching, peeling, or blistering. Fungal skin infections are common in areas of high humidity, and they must be diagnosed properly. If you ever aren’t sure if you have a fungal infection, it is best to consult the a dermatologist who can confirm the infection and make sure treatment for a fungal infection on skin is started immediately.
Ringworm infections in the groin area (jock itch) are itchy, red and uncomfortable. Jock itch generally requires antifungal creams or occasionally oral antifungals. At our clinic in Chennai, we can develop a fast-acting treatment plan that targets this on-going sensitive area.
Typically, fungal infections of the nails are treated with oral antifungal drugs and topical treatments. In cases of severe nail fungus, other treatment options include laser therapy or nail removal. Sky Skin Clinic offers a complete treatment plan to resolve your fungal nail infection and restore your nails to their full health and help to prevent future fungal nail infections.
Fungal infections on the hair (scalp ringworm), do have similar treatment options. These treatments frequently consist of antifungal shampoos and/or oral systemic antifungal medications. Ringworm is more likely to occur in children but adults also have fungal infections of the scalp. It is very important to diagnose this infection as soon as possible and patients should consistently take their prescribed antifungal medications given the potential for hair loss or permanent scarring if untreated.
Sometimes, mild cases of ringworm may improve just a little, but the best course of action is to treat ringworm on your skin in order to completely clear the infection and prevent it from spreading to other people or parts of the body. We caution patients from avoiding treatment! While untreated infections could become more aggressive or be passed along to others.
To try and prevent more from developing, make sure to keep skin dry, don’t share towels, gyms clothes etc… and be sure to complete your medication. Doctors will provide you with the best post treatment skincare and hygiene practices as well.
When treated properly, and followed up with antifungal medication timely, the majority of the ringworm begins to medically improve within 1 to 2 weeks of treatment. Depending on the severity of infection and reconstruction time after infection; full resolution of ringworm, can vary, but has been reported by, 2 to 4 weeks.
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