At Almasi Skincare, we offer the best Tinea corporis treatment in Nairobi Kenya which combines the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
What Is A Tinea Corporis Infection?
Tinea corporis infection, which is also known as a ring worm, is a skin disease caused by fungi.
What Causes Tinea Corporis Infections?
Tinea corporis is caused by fungi known as dermatophytes. Trichophyton Rubrum is the most common cause of Tinea corporis in the world.
Risk factors for getting Tinea corporis 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 Tinea Corporis Infection?
Tinea corporis symptoms 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 Tinea corporis 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.
Tinea Corporis Infection Diagnosis
Tinea corporis infection diagnosis is made after our Doctor listens to the patient’s history and examines their skin.
If our Doctor suspects a Tinea corporis infection, they may request a KOH test which is done on scrapings of the skin. Fungal cultures may also be done.
Tinea Corporis Infection Treatment
The best treatment for Tinea corporis is one that combines prescription medications with over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
Prescription Medications
Tinea corporis oral treatment includes the following prescription medications:
*Terbinafine is the best medication for Tinea corporis infection in Kenya. It is available as a tablet and a 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 Tinea corporis infection pill that is used for fungal skin infections.
*Itraconazole is another of the medications used for Tinea corporis infection treatment in Kenya.
*Fluconazole is also used for Tinea corporis treatment. The fluconazole dose for tinea corporis is 50-100mg daily for 2-4 weeks.
The best oral antifungal drugs for Tinea corporis infections of the skin are Terbinafine and Itraconazole. Extensive Tinea corporis treatment requires that these medications are given for 2-4 weeks.
Topical medications are also applied on the skin for Tinea corporis treatment. Tinea corporis treatment guidelines state that the following Tinea corporis treatment creams should be applied on the skin for 2-3 weeks:
*1% Clotrimazole
*2% Miconazole
*2% Ketoconazole
*1% Naftifine
*1% Terbinafine
Terbinafine is the best cream for Tinea corporis.
The fastest way to cure Tinea corporis is to combine 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 Tinea corporis infection because it is caused by fungi and not by bacteria.
Over-The-Counter Products
Over-the-counter products used to treat Tinea corporis 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 Tinea corporis 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 Tinea corporis 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.
Tinea Corporis Infection Complications
Complications of Tinea corporis infections include the following:
*The infection spreading to other parts of the body or to other person.
*Majocci granuloma in which the infection spreads deeper into the skin and presents as red swellings (erythematous nodules).
*Secondary bacterial infections which cause pain, redness and swelling.
Tinea Corporis Infection Prevention
To prevent Tinea corporis infections do not share clothes, towels and other personal effects. In addition, get treatment for medial conditions that predispose someone to getting Tinea corporis infections like HIV, diabetes, hyperhidrosis and ichthyosis.
FAQ
What Is The Brand Name For Tinea Corporis Treatment?
The brand names for Tinea corporis treatment are Lamisil, Terbinaforce and Terbinex.
Contact our Doctor today for the best Tinea corporis treatment in Nairobi Kenya.