At Almasi Skincare, we offer the best ringworm treatment in Nairobi Kenya which combines the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
What Is A Ringworm Infection?
A ringworm infection, which is also known as Tinea corporis, is a skin disease caused by a fungal infection. It is called ringworm because it causes a round lesion on the skin and not because it is caused by a worm.
What Causes Ringworm Infections?
Ringworms infections are caused by fungi known as dermatophytes. Trichophyton Rubrum is the most common cause of ringworms in the world.
Risk factors for getting ringworm infections include the following:
*Close contact with someone with a ringworm
*Sharing clothes, towels and bedding with someone with a ringworm
*Playing contact sports like wrestling with someone with a ringworm
*Crowded housing
*Keeping house pets
*Medical conditions like HIV, diabetes, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), ichthyosis
*Wearing tight clothing
What Are The Symptoms Of Ringworm Infection?
The 3 symptoms of ringworm infection are a round patch with a raised, scaly border which is itchy. There may also be small swellings (papules) and swellings filled with pus (pustules) on the border.
This patch can develop on any part of the body.
The stages of a ringworm infection are as follows: A small, scaly patch develops on the skin. It is itchy and progresses to form a round shape with a raised border. This patch continues spreading outwards as the center clears.
Ringworm Infection Diagnosis
Ringworm infection diagnosis is made after our Doctor listens to the patient’s history and examines their skin.
If our Doctor suspects a ringworm infection, they may request a KOH test which is done on scrapings of the skin. Fungal cultures may also be done.
Ringworm Infection Treatment
The best treatment for ringworm is one that combines prescription medications with over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
Prescription Medications
Prescription medications used to treat ringworm infections include the following:
*Terbinafine is the best medicine for ringworm infection in Kenya. It is available as a tablet and cream. Using this oral antifungal medication is the quickest way to treat a fungal infection of the skin when it is combined with a medication that is applied on the skin.
*Griseofulvin is another ringworm infection pill that is used for fungal skin infections.
*Itraconazole is another of the medications used for ringworm infection treatment in Kenya.
The best oral antifungal drugs for ringworm infections of the skin are therefore Terbinafine and Griseofulvin.
Topical medications that are applied to the skin as ringworm treatment creams include Terbinafine, Miconazole and Clotrimazole. Terbinafine is the best cream for ringworm.
The fastest cure for ringworm infection is combination therapy that includes an antifungal taken by mouth like Terbinafine tablets with an antifungal applied on the skin like Terbinafine cream.
It is important to note that there is no best antibiotic for ringworm infection because it is caused by fungi and not by bacteria.
Over-The-Counter Products
Over-the-counter products used to treat ringworm infections include the following:
*Terrasil Antifungal Cream which contains 1% Clotrimazole, tea tree oil and activated minerals. It is used to treat fungal skin infections, fungal scalp infections, jock itch, pityriasis versicolor, kerion and piedra. Click here to buy Terrasil Antifungal Cream.
*Molecular AF Antifungal Dynamic Oil which contains Origanum Oil, Melaleuca Oil (tea tree oil) and Cinnamomum Verum Oil which have antifungal properties. It is used to treat fungal infections on the skin, nails, toes and fingers. It is applied twice a day for 3 to 6 months. Click here to buy Molecular AF Antifungal Dynamic Oil.
Lifestyle Modifications
Lifestyle modifications used to treat ringworm infections include the following:
*Not sharing personal items like clothes, towels and beddings
*Having people living or working in close contact with you treated if they have skin infections
*Keeping the skin clean and dry
*Wearing loose fitting, light clothing especially if you live in a hot and humid environment
To get rid of a ringworm infection permanently and fast, combine taking an oral antifungal like terbinafine tablets with applying an antifungal cream like terbinafine cream and lifestyle measures like not sharing personal items.
Ringworm Infection Complications
Complications of ringworm infections include the following:
*Hair loss is a complication of ringworm infections of the scalp.
*Kerion is another complication of ringworm infections of the scalp. This is a soft, raised swelling that drains pus.
*Secondary bacterial infections which cause pain, redness and swelling are other complications.
Ringworm Infection Prevention
To prevent ringworm infections do not share clothes, towels and other personal effects. In addition, get treatment for medial conditions that predispose someone to getting ringworm infections like HIV, diabetes, hyperhidrosis and ichthyosis.
FAQ
What Is The 3 Day Ringworm Treatment?
There is no effective 3 day ringworm treatment since prescription creams should be applied for the duration of the ringworm and 1-2 weeks after it has disappeared to avoid recurrence.
What Is The Best Medicine For Ringworm In Private Parts?
Ringworm infection in the private parts in known as Tinea Cruris or jock itch in men. The best medicine for ringworm in private parts is a combination of antifungal pills like terbinafine or fluconazole with antifungal creams like terbinafine or clotrimazole.
Contact our Doctor today for the best ringworm treatment in Nairobi Kenya.