26/08/2023
AYO
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCE.
👉👉👉Patient A has a ringworms caused by a fungal infection and therefore using deworming medicine will not help.
Here are 10 facts about ringworm:
1. Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by worms. It's a fungal infection that affects the skin, nails, and sometimes even the scalp.
2. Ringworm is caused by various types of fungi known as dermatophytes, which thrive on the dead cells of the skin, hair, and nails.
3. The infection results in a circular or ring-shaped rash with raised, red edges and clear centers. The center often appears to heal as the rash expands outward.
4. Ringworm is contagious and can be spread through direct skin-to-skin contact, contact with contaminated objects, or even from animals with fungal infections.
5. It can appear on various parts of the body, including the skin of the body, scalp, feet (athlete's foot), groin (jock itch), and nails.
6. The affected area is usually itchy, and scratching can lead to the rash spreading and potentially causing secondary bacterial infections.
7. A healthcare professional can diagnose ringworm through a physical examination and sometimes by taking a sample of the affected skin or nail for laboratory testing.
8. Ringworm is usually treated with antifungal creams, ointments, or oral medications prescribed by a healthcareprovider. Treatment typically lasts for a few weeks.
9. Practicing good hygiene, avoiding sharing personal items, and keeping the affected area clean and dry can help prevent the spread of ringworm.
10. With proper treatment, ringworm generally clears up within a few weeks. It's important to complete the full course of treatment to prevent recurrence.
👉👉👉Patient B on the other hand has a worm(hookworm) called Cutaneous larva migrans and using some dewormer medicines will help.
Here are 10 facts about cutaneous larva migrans:
1. Cutaneous larva migrans is often referred to as "creeping eruption" due to the way it appears to move beneath the skin.
2. It's a skin condition caused by the larvae (young forms) of certain parasitic worms, usually hookworms of animals like dogs and cats.
3. The larvae pe*****te human skin through direct contact with contaminated soil or sand.
4. Once under the skin, the larvae create serpentine, winding tunnels that can cause intense itching and discomfort.
5. Common symptoms include itching, redness, swelling, and the appearance of raised, winding tracks on the skin's surface.
6. Cutaneous larva migrans often occurs on the feet, hands, buttocks, and other exposed body parts, especially areas that come into contact with contaminated soil.
7. It is more common in tropical and subtropical regions where warm, moist environments favor the growth of the parasitic larvae.
8. In many cases, cutaneous larva migrans is a self-limiting condition, meaning it tends to resolve on its own as the larvae complete their life cycle.
9. Scratching the affected area can lead to secondary bacterial infections, so it's important to avoid scratching.
10. Treatment typically involves using topical creams or ointments containing anthelmintic or antiparasitic medications to kill the larvae. Oral medications may be prescribed in severe cases.
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