TINEA
PROBLEM
Tinea is a fungal infection of the skin that can be found on any part of the body. It is not uncommon to have more than one tinea fungal infection at a time:
A.Tinea pedis (athlete’s foot).
B.Tinea cruris (jock itch).
C.Tinea capitis (ringworm on the head).
D.Tinea unguium (onychomycosis of the nails).
E.Tinea orporis (ringworm on the trunk or extremities).
CAUSE
The fungus is transmitted by direct contact. It can be transmitted from objects, shoes, locker rooms, animals, and people.
PREVENTION/TREATMENT PLAN
A.Use good hygiene, including not sharing hairbrushes and combs.
B.Keep skin cool and dry.
C.Wear shoes in locker rooms and pools.
D.Wear loose-fitting clothing.
E.Treat pets’ skin problems adequately. Ringworm is often blamed on cats but it can come from almost any animal, including horses, rabbits, dogs, and pigs.
F.Infections of fingernails and toenails may require prescription medications.
Activity: As tolerated. Some contact sports may increase getting tinea (football and wrestling).
Diet: There is no special diet.
Medications:
You Have Been Prescribed: ___________________________________________________________
You Need to Take: ___________________________________________________________
You Need to Notify the Office If:
A.Your symptoms get worse.
B.Other: ___________________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________
RESOURCE
American Academy of Dermatology
9500 W Bryn Mawr Avenue, Ste 500, Rosemont, IL 60018-5216
United States
Phone: (888) 462-DERM (3376)
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