Ringworm in Child Needs Careful Treatment

Ringworm is not associated with any kind of worm. A contagious fungal skin infection, ringworm in child affects mainly the scalp or torso. While it is neither dangerous nor painful, it causes great inconvenience because of its itchiness. It is the same fungus, which is responsible for athlete’s foot.

If your child has developed ringworm of the torso, rashes comprising of one or several rings will be found on stomach, chest, thighs or back. The rings will look smooth in the middle but scaly or crusty on the outer region. The ring enlarges as the fungus spreads. Ringworm occurring on the scalp may resemble a bald spot or dandruff. It can either be moist having puss or may remain dry or crusty.

You may often misconceive the infection with cradle cap or dandruff. If you find anything resembling these two in a toddler, it is most probably ringworm because toddlers are quite old for cradle caps and too young for dandruff.

Over-the-counter antifungal creams are effective in treating the infection. Your child’s skin may be sensitive to such creams. It is better to test it first on a smaller area and then use it completely on the affected region. You have to be more patient in treating ringworm of the scalp. If conditions do not improve, go for the doctor’s advice.

Top Ringworm Resources

FungRx - Eliminates Ringworm in 48 Hours - Over 228,000+ happy users
FungRx is a product developed by Selmedica Health Care.