Fungal Infection (Tinea/Ringworm)
A fast and safe recovery occurs through early medical diagnosis coupled with antifungal medication.
The medical terms fortinea and ringworm describe contagious skin infections that originate from dermatophyte fungi. The body areas with high temperature and moisture enable these infections to thrive mainly in the scalp, underarms, feet, groin, and skin folds. Fungal skin infections typically produce ring-shaped red itchy lesions, which display scaly characteristics.
At Rasa Derm we provide swift and exact diagnoses, which lead to specific antifungal treatments that lead to complete healing while stopping the spread of the condition.
Types Of Fungal Infections That Are Common
- Tinea Corporis (Body Ringworm): Red, itchy, and circular patches on the trunk, limbs, or legs.
- Tinea Cruris (Jock itch): Affects the genital area, frequently in men
- Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s foot): The symptoms of Tinea Pedis (athlete’s foot) include scaling, flaking, and itching on the soles and between the toes.
- Tinea Capitis: Fungal infections of the scalp occur mainly in infant populations.
- Tinea Unguium (Onychomycosis): A fungal infection of the fingernails or toenails
- Tinea Faciei: The ringworm infection Tinea faciei affects the facial region, but doctors sometimes mistake it for eczema.
- Patches that are itchy, red, or inflamed.
- Central clearance of ring-shaped lesions
- Skin that is flaky, split, or scaly
- The infection causes severe cases to produce blisters or oozing in affected areas.
- Scalp infections lead to hair thinning or hair loss in affected regions.
- Brittle, discoloured, or thickened nails (as a result of nail fungal infections).
Fungal infections spread through highly contagious means by:
- The transmission of fungal infections happens through physical contact between people or animals.
- Towels and sandals and combs and gym equipment that people share with each other become carriers of the infection.
- Swimming pools or public restrooms.
- Long-term wear of clothing that is either sweaty or tight-fitting.
- The treatment of dermatitis requires antifungal creams that are available in pharmacies without a prescription.
- The infection continues to recur.
- The body or cranium is extensively involved.
- You observe indications of secondary infection, including sputum, pain, and crusting.
- The cranium or nails are affected.
The treatment strategy at Rasa Derm includes both the removal of infection and barrier repair and prevention of reinfection.
1. Topical Antifungal Medications
- Creams or lubricants that contain clotrimazole, terbinafine, luliconazole, or sertaconazole.
- Appropriate for infections that are mild to moderate.
- The treatment should continue for 2–4 weeks even when symptoms have vanished.
- Employed to treat persistent, prevalent, or recurrent infections
- Contains medications such as fluconazole, itraconazole, or terbinafine
- Administered subsequent to an exhaustive skin examination and diagnosis
- Ketoconazole-based shampoos for tinea capitis scalp infections.
- Ketoconazole-based shampoos serve two purposes by reducing fungal load and blocking further infections from spreading.
4. Moisture Control And Barrier Repair
- Non-comedogenic moisturisers prescribed by the doctor help restore skin health.
- The staff provides guidance about changing socks and undergarments every day together with proper drying techniques after bathing.
5. Methods of Camouflage
- Personalised advice regarding the proper use of laundry detergent.
- Fabric and footwear selection.
- Refraining from wearing synthetic, tight, or moist clothing.
- The proper management of areas that tend to sweat heavily, such as gym facilities and damp environments.
What Are The Advantages Of Selecting Rasa Derm For The Treatment Of Fungal Infection
- Individualised treatment regimens for fungal infections of the epidermis, scalp, or nails.
- Proficiency in the management of fungal conditions that are resistant or recurrent.
- The antifungal treatment protocols at Rasa Derm are suitable for all age groups, including elderly patients, pregnant women, and infants.Prioritisation of holistic care and recurrence prevention.
Tip From Our Experts: Preventing Recurrence
- The skin must stay both clean and dry, especially after exercise and sweating.
- Hosiery, undergarments, and towels should be changed daily.
- Hot water should be used to wash clothing while making sure every item dries completely before finishing the laundry process.
- Avoid the practice of sharing personal items with others.
- People who get infections should use antifungal powder on both their body folds and footwear.
- Complete the prescribed treatment duration even if you experience relief from symptoms during the first part of the treatment.
Avoid letting an itchy dermatitis become worse through continued existence. Rasa Derm offers specialised treatment to treat fungal infections that affect any body area from feet to groin to cranium to body.
Call now to schedule an immediate appointment for prompt relief and better skin health.
