Thursday 20 October 2016

Ring worm- not a worm its fungus

They are parasitic fungus feeding on keratin present in human, cattle, sheep and cats.  Keratin is present in nails, hair and skin. It resides on moist skin and hair. This infection can be transmitted between animals and humans called as zoonotic disease.

Signs and symptoms

Infection prevails usually in moist areas and closed areas.
Dry, brittle hair or hair loss in patches.
It forms red halo like structure.
It’s itchy and irritating in nature.
Infection of feet is caused in sports person commonly called as athlete’s foot.
During winter elevation of this infection is seen, quite common in cold and moist areas.

Also read : ring worm symptoms

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