subject: The Problem Of Ringworm In Children [print this page] Ringworm in children can be a very disturbing condition especially for those parents dealing with the infection for the first time. Let us first define ringworm in children. What is it, what causes it, and how do children get infected by it?
Mold-like fungi called dermatophytes causes ringworm in children. These are microscopic organisms that live in animals, soils, and dead cells on the outermost layer of the skin. They grow vigorously in warm, moist environments and body parts that are often moist or wet due to perspiration. A malnourished child with poor hygiene, who lives in a warm climate, and has contact with other kids or animals with ringworm, has an increased risk of being infected.
A ringworm infection looks like a pinkish or red round lesion, around half to one inch in size, with a scaly raised border. The area affected may be itchy. As the ringworm patch grows larger in size and the area in the center clears up, it will seemingly appear like a ring. This is most likely how it got its name.
Ringworm has got nothing to do with worms. It is very contagious, especially the ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis). It can be transmitted through direct skin contact with an infected person, pet, or even infected objects such as hats, towels, clothes, brushes, and the like, or surfaces such as public baths and swimming pools that have had direct contact with an infected person.
It is wise to treat ringworm in children as soon as possible. Upon detection of ringworm, treatment should be initiated right away -- to keep the infection from becoming chronic and difficult to cure. Parents can use natural ringworm treatment. It is highly effective to use natural and organic plant extracts that provide a more secure, safe, and stiff alternative to over-the-counter drugs. Ringworm normally reacts favorably well to home care medications within 3 to 4 weeks.
by: Jonny Woods
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