27. Rash (Ringworm/Tinea)

Question 1

Why?

Answer 1

Cause by fungus
appears on the trunk of the body, arms, legs, feet, groin (banglaty kas boly) or scalp

Question 2

Why?

Answer 2

Cause by fungus
appears on the trunk of the body, arms, legs, feet, groin (banglaty kas boly) or scalp

Question 3

Types of ringworm rash depends on infection site?

Answer 3

Athlets foot/ ringworm of foot
Ringworm of Groin(kas er)
Ringworm of Scalp
Ringworm of Body

Question 4

Types of ringworm rash depends on infection site?

Answer 4

Athlets foot/ ringworm of foot
Ringworm of Groin(kas er)
Ringworm of Scalp
Ringworm of Body

Question 5

Ringworm spreads?

Answer 5

Skin-to-skin contact
Dog, cat, or farm animal infected with ringworm shift to human
Touching infected object

Question 6

Symptoms?

Answer 6

Redness
Itching
Discomfort
A ring shaped rash around normal-looking skin.

Question 7

Treatment?

Answer 7

Foot ringworm: Treat with antifungal cream or ointment
Scalp & beard ringworm: Scalp or beard needs to be treated with antifungal tablets for 1–3 months. Creams, lotions, or powders don’t work for ringworm on these areas.

Question 8

Self Care?

Answer 8

Shower or bathe daily.
Dry your skin thoroughly between your toes and skin folds.
Avoid sharing towels, clothing or shoes, hair brushes, bedding or headphones.
Wear jandals or plastic sandals in public pools and changing rooms.
Wear loose clothing made from breathable materials that draw moisture away from the skin (eg, wool, cotton or leather).
Avoid clothing made from synthetic material.
Change your shoes each day and allow them to dry out.