Zoster - is a fungal disease that is very unpleasant, but it is treatable with the right approach and patient attitude of parents. Sometimes the infection occurs through dogs or cats, but often - from person to person.
Microsporia - so scientifically called ringworm. This fungal disease is very unpleasant, but it is treatable with the right approach and the parents of the attending physician.
How do you get infected
Ringworm - a fungus that can be contracted by simply patting the dog or cat. Sometimes the infection occurs from person to person. And even when in contact with poorly sanitized tools in the barber shop. The appearance of itchy pink or reddish spot on the baby's skin or scalp - a "gift" baby often portrayed animals.
Ringworm of the child: how to cure / istockphoto.com
Do not touch the animals?
Not! Strengthen the immune system and... well wash your hands! At risk children from 3 to 11 years, but this does not mean that the lichen can not hit the child or adult. Initially, there is a small red spot, slightly elevated above the skin. Then, the skin begins to change the structure, peeling and itching. If the fungus hit the hairy parts, eyebrows, head - hair, located, falls within the spot.
How to help your child with herpes
The main objective - to stop the spread of fungus and completely destroy it. To this end, developed special antifungal ointments, a lot of them, so you should not be used without a doctor's prescription. Fight against skin disorders should be conducted in conjunction with meticulous care cover and remove excess moisture.
In the case of a child it is important to choose the right drug: its dosage should be tailored to the age and severity of illness. If you suspect that deprive you should definitely consult a dermatologist.
Ringworm of the child: how to cure / istockphoto.com
Prevention of zoster
If your child has a healthy skin, a high level of immunity and the family decided soon after returning home, wash hands thoroughly or even take a common souls, and after direct contact with a sick animal or human infection can not place. Fungus, unable to go to overcome the skin immunity, is simply washed away with water.
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