In most cases, impingem is easily treated with the application of anti-fungal creams, prescribed by the dermatologist, which help eliminate the fungus and relieve skin irritation, improving symptoms such as scaling and itching.
However, in some cases, when the lesions are extensive or when they affect the scalp, for example, it may be necessary to introduce oral antifungal agents in the treatment.
1. Ointments, creams and solutions
Some of the ointments and creams used for the treatment of impinge are:
- Clotrimazole (Canesten, Clotrimix); Terbinafine (Lamisilate); Amorolfine (Loceryl cream); Ciclopirox olamine (Loprox cream); Ketoconazole; Miconazole (Vodol).
These creams, ointments and solutions should always be used according to the doctor's instructions, but they should generally be applied 1 to 2 times a day, during the period of time determined by the doctor.
Symptoms may go away after 1 or 2 weeks, but it is necessary to continue treatment until the end to prevent the infection from recurring.
2. Pills
Although creams are the main form of treatment for impinge, when the affected area is very large, when it reaches the scalp or when the person has a problem that affects the immune system, for example, it may be necessary to also use antifungal pills, to treat the infection.
In these cases the dermatologist can recommend only the use of pills, such as:
- Fluconazole (Zoltec, Zelix); Itraconazole (Sporanox); Terbinafine (Zior).
The dosage depends on the affected region and the extent of the lesions and should be determined by the doctor.
Natural remedy for foaming
A good way to complete medical treatment and speed recovery is to use home remedies, such as garlic water, which have potent antifungal properties that help eliminate fungi more quickly.
Ingredients
- 2 cloves of garlic; 1 liter of water.
Method of preparation
Crush the garlic cloves and place in a jar of water. Then let it stand for 6 hours and strain the mixture. Finally, use water to wash the affected area, at least 2 times a day, until the symptoms disappear.
The use of this or any other natural remedy should not replace the remedies indicated by the doctor, it is just a way to relieve symptoms more quickly. See other options for home remedies to enforce.
