HOME REMEDIES FOR RINGWORM

   Ringworm ( Dermatophytosis ) is a fungal infection which affects the skin, nails, face, groin, hand, feet and scalp. It affects different areas of the body.
   Medically ringworm is known as Tinea. Another word is added after 'Tinea' depending on the affected area.

Tinea capitis (scalp) cause hair loss due to patches and itching.

Tinea manus (Hand) : It is characteriaised by round shaped itchy rashes or tiny blisters which can be seen on the palms, back of the hand or on the
fingers also the spaces between the fingers.

Tinea pedis (Feet) : Symptoms are peeling of the skin between the toes, thickening and scaling on the heels and soles.

Tinea corporis (Body) : Flat, round and scaly spots on the skin.

Tinea unguium (Nail) : Tinea Unguium causes the loss of nails, nails
become yellow, thick and crumbly.

Tinea cruris (Groin): Symptoms include redness and persistent itching at the groin area and sometimes painful rash.

Tinea faciei (Face) : It affects the face by causing red, scaly patches on the skin.
   This skin condition is particularly common among children. It isn't a life threatening condition, but it is a contagious disease and it can be transferred from person to person and pet to person through direct contact or indirectly from clothes, combs and brushes of infected persons and infected moist surface so it requires utmost care.
   Symptoms of ringworm appear within a few days of infection. Here are some natural home remedies that can get rid of ringworm.

Home Remedies:

1. COCONUT OIL: The healing properties found in coconut oil are extremely effective in treating ringworm infections. Coconut oils provides great relief from itchy skin while making the area smooth and soft. Coconut oil is also greatly used in treating scalp ring worms because, it is great for treament of grey hair and other hair and scalp problems. Apply the oil on the affected area overnight. By doing this you will eliminate build-up and
residue of the infection.

2. TURMERIC: Tumeric has some great natural antibiotic qualities. This
remedy will help you get rid of all kinds of bacterial and fungal infections.   Apply fresh tumeric juice on the affected areas with the help of a cotton ball. You need to apply it 3 times every day until the infection disappears.

3. GARLIC EXTRACT : Garlic is used as a food spice and medicine in different parts of the world. This spice has antimicrobial effects against many strains of bacteria, fungi and virus, garlic inhibited the growth of these organisms. Garlic is flavoured with ajoene, a natural anti-fungal agent. Garlic is used to cure many kinds of fungal infections, including ringworm.
   Apply by mashing a few cloves of garlic, wash off with warm water after some hours and apply on the affected areas, apply two or three times daily. Another method is to peel a clove and cut it into tiny pieces
Place these slices on the affected area, then tie a bandage around it. You need to leave it overnight for best results. Or you can make a thick paste and apply it on the affected area. The downside is that some people can be allergic to garlic. So first try small quantity over a small uninfected area to know if you are allergic.

4. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: Apple cider vinegar also has natural antifungal
properties. Apple cider vinegar is made up of antimicrobial constituents like acetic acid which inhibits the growth of microorganisms. Vinegar has been used for many years as disinfectants. To use this remedy, apply undiluted apple vinegar to the affected area with a clean cotton ball several times every day. You need to do this until the patches are gone for best results
For the toes or nails, mix a cup of apple cider vinegar with warm water, soak affected area for 15 to 25 minutes.
   Do not apply on a broken skin because it will give you a severe burn.

5. VINEGAR AND SALT:  Mix vinegar and salt until it forms a thick paste. Apply directly on the affected area for 5 minutes then wash off and dry the area. Do at least twice or thrice daily.

   Maintaining a good hygiene can help prevent ringworm.You need to keep your skin clean and dry, and shampoo your hair regularly. Avoid sharing
personal care items with others. Also avoid touching pets with bald patches on the skin. Eat healthy foods to enhance your immune power. Keep yourself healthy and hygienic.