How to cure ringworm of the skin: ointments, shampoos and enamels

The treatment for ringworm on the skin, nail, scalp, foot or groin can be done with antifungal remedies such as Fluconazole, Itraconazole or Ketoconazole in the form of an ointment, tablet or solutions that is indicated by the dermatologist.

The treatment usually lasts about 30 to 60 days and, therefore, it is very important to continue the treatment for the time indicated by the doctor, even with the disappearance of the symptoms, because if the treatment is interrupted, it is common for the symptoms to return, because complete elimination of the fungus was carried out.

The choice of treatment is made by the dermatologist according to the type and location of the ringworm, which can be:

1. Ointments

Ointments are usually the most recommended by dermatologists to treat skin mycoses, whether in the groin, candidiasis or white cloth. Treatment is usually done for 1 to 4 weeks and the medication is determined by the dermatologist depending on the type of injury the person has. The ointments usually indicated by dermatologists are those that contain Ketoconazole, Miconazole or Terbinafine. Find out what are the 7 types of skin ringworm.

2. Solutions or lotions

The solutions must contain active ingredients capable of eliminating the fungus, such as ciclopirox, miconazole, fluconazole and ketoconazole. The solutions can be used both for the treatment of skin mycoses and hair leather mycoses when not found in the form of shampoo. Fungirox is an antifungal that can be used both in the form of solutions and in the form of enamel, being indicated by the dermatologist depending on the type and location of the lesion. See how to use Fungirox.

3. Enamels

Enamels are used to treat nail mycoses and the most recommended by dermatologists are Fungirox and Micolamine, which is an antifungal capable of preventing the fungus' mechanism of action and altering its structure. Find out how to use Micolamine.

4. Pills

Usually the tablets are indicated by the dermatologist when the ringworm of the skin is very extensive and the treatment with ointments or solutions is not so effective. Most of the time, the dermatologist recommends using Fluconazole 150 mg or Terbinafine 250 mg, for example.

How to cure ringworm for good

Ringworm is a skin disease that can be cured because it is caused by fungi that can be completely eliminated with the use of suitable antifungal remedies such as Isoconazole, Ketoconazole or Miconazole. However, it is important to take some simple hygiene precautions to prevent a new yeast infection.

The ringworm remedies must be prescribed by a dermatologist or general practitioner and their form of presentation can vary according to the affected site, and can be used in the form of ointment, shampoo, spray or lotion, to facilitate its application. See the most used remedies for ringworm of beard, scalp and nail.

Ringworm remedies are usually applied to the affected area for 3 to 4 weeks to ensure the elimination of the fungus. However, in cases of ringworm on the skin or nail, the recommendation is usually to use 2 to 3 times a day, and in other cases, as ringworm on the scalp, 2 to 3 times a week.

How to prevent ringworm from recurring

After making the treatment for ringworm, the fungus is eliminated and the person is cured, however, it is necessary to have some hygiene care to prevent new infection from occurring. Some of the most important cares include:

• Keep your skin always clean and dry, especially in skin folds; Use the slipper to bathe in public places; Change your socks and underwear every day; Wear loose clothing and cotton; Do not share clothes, towels or sheets with another person who has ringworm.

These precautions help to prevent fungi from developing on the skin and, therefore, prevent the development of ringworm.

Signs of improvement

Signs of improvement in ringworm on the skin include the disappearance of rounded, reddish or whitish lesions on the skin and a decrease in itching and, in the case of nail ringworm, the disappearance of the yellow or white color of the nail and its growth.

Signs of worsening

The signs of worsening of the ringworm on the skin appear when the treatment is not done or is done incorrectly and include an increase in the size of the lesion on the skin, as well as redness and itching. In the case of nail ringworm, the signs of worsening may be the fact that the nail is deformed or other nails become infected. Learn how the treatment for nail ringworm is done.