Ringworm

Condition

You’ll be pleased to know that ringworm doesn’t involve any actual worms! It gets its name from its circular appearance on the skin. It’s caused by a fungal infection of the skin, and it is often transmitted from direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or animal.¹

Ringworm of the body is also called tinea corporis, and it’s closely related to tinea pedis or Athlete’s Foot.¹

Images of Ringworm

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Reference
1. The Mayo Clinic.Overview [Internet].2016 [updated 2016 Nov 5; cited 2017 Mar 8] Available from: www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm/home/ovc-20261678

Symptoms

Please consult a health professional for advice on the diagnosis and management of ringworm. Sometimes ringworm may look like other skin conditions or the rash may be a symptom of a virus.

As the name suggests, body ringworm is characterised by one or more red, circular rings, often with clear skin in the middle. It’s usually itchy, and the edges of the rings are usually raised. Other symptoms are listed in the chart below.¹

There are other possible symptoms too – see the chart below.

Symptoms of Ringworm

Often the first sign is scaly, flat patches on the skin

One or more red, ring-shaped rashes with raised edges on the body

Itchiness and discomfort

Red bumps (pustules) inside the ring-shaped rashes

Inflamed ringworm of the body

If your body ringworm is particularly uncomfortable, the infected area may be inflamed. It may be hard to resist scratching, but this will only make things worse!

Your doctor or pharmacist may recommend a dual-acting treatment that fights the infection and soothes the inflammation.

Reference
1. The Mayo Clinic.Overview [Internet].2016 [updated 2016 Nov 5; cited 2017 Mar 8] Available from: www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm/home/ovc-20261678

Tips & Prevention

Tips to treat and help prevent ringworm

Good hygiene is important to help avoid ringworm. Wash your hands regularly, and avoid sharing clothing and towels or other personal items. It’s also a good idea to wear loose, airy clothes when it’s hot or humid.¹

Avoid contact with any pets or other animals that have ringworm (a missing patch of fur may be a sign that they have it) as they could pass it on to you.¹

If you have a fungal infection on another part of your body, such as Athlete’s Foot or Jock Itch, be extra careful with your personal hygiene to avoid it spreading and leading to body ringworm.¹

If you do get ringworm, Resolve Tinea Cream is an effective treatment.

Reference
1. The Mayo Clinic.Overview [Internet].2016 [updated 2016 Nov 5; cited 2017 Mar 8] Available from: www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ringworm/home/ovc-20261678

Treatment

Inflamed Fungal Infections

With an effective anti-fungal agent (miconazole nitrate 2%) in a silicone-based cream base, Resolve Tinea Cream treats a wide range of fungal skin infections, including ringworm.

The cream is free of added fragrances and colours, and helps protect the skin from further irritation.

How to use Resolve Tinea Cream

Clean and dry the affected area thoroughly before use.
Apply Resolve Tinea Cream to the affected area and surrounding skin twice a day.
Once the symptoms have disappeared, keep using it for a further 2 weeks to avoid recurrence.

_{Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.}

Inflamed Treatment

How to use Resolve Plus

Clean and dry the affected area thoroughly.
Gently apply Resolve Plus 1.0 to the affected area and surrounding skin twice a day until the inflammation subsides.
To avoid the problem recurring, use another antifungal treatment after the symptoms have disappeared:
1. SolvEasy can be used for a further 7 days if the Athlete’s Foot is between the toes.
2. Resolve Tinea Cream can be used for a further 14 days if it’s on the soles or sides of the feet.