Microsporia of smooth skin is a fungal disease that affects the skin. This disease is widely known as "ringworm", which is due to the peculiarities of its clinical picture with inflammation of the hair. But on smooth skin it shows itself a little differently.
Symptoms of smooth skin microsporia
The mold of fungus of the genus Microsporum is the causative agent of microsporia. It is common in nature, so infection is possible everywhere. The infection is transmitted by contact or through various subjects, contaminated with spores of this fungus. Most often the pathogen of microsporia enters the body through micro-traumas of the skin. There he begins to multiply. The incubation period of microsporia of smooth skin is 4-6 weeks. Approximately through this time, a red swelling appears on the skin. Similar rashes can be observed on the neck, trunk, rivers and cheeks. They have clear outlines and slightly rise above the surface.
Every day the centers of defeat will increase in size. Visually they look like clear rings, consisting of bubbles, nodules and crusts. Such rings tend to merge.
In addition to spots, microsporia of the skin also has other symptoms:
- moderate itching;
- peeling;
- inflammatory reaction.
Diagnosis of microsporia of smooth skin
It is necessary to diagnose the microsporia of the skin in humans not only by evaluating all clinical symptoms, but also using laboratory methods. One of the most effective methods is microscopy and dermatoscopy scraping. Thanks to these studies, a mycelium is found, as well as skin changes characteristic of the causative agent of the disease.
Informative will also be the diagnosis of microsporium by seeding with the identification of the pathogen. Such a study requires more time, but it will help to establish the type of fungus, as well as to select effective medications for treatment.
Treatment of smooth skin microsporia
In the treatment of smooth skin microsporia, antifungal external agents are used. On all the lesions in the morning it is necessary to apply 2-5% tincture of iodine, and in the evening to lubricate them and the area of the skin next to the antifungal ointment. You can use 10-20% sulfuric, 10% sulfur-tar or 10% sulfur-3% salicylic ointment. It can be used to treat smooth skin microsporia and modern ointments:
- Isoconazole;
- Clotrimazole ;
- Cyclopyrox;
- Bifonazole.
The drug Terbinafine, which is available in the form of a spray or cream, has proven itself in the therapy of this disease.
With a pronounced inflammation, it is best to treat with drugs that contain hormones. It can be Travocourt and Mikozolone.
If bacterial infection has joined the microsporia of smooth skin, Tridentum cream is prescribed to the patient. In severe and deep forms of the disease, medicines containing dimexide are shown. For example, in
When the defeat of gun hair is necessary to perform systemic antifungal therapy. How long the treatment of smooth skin microsporia will last, and what medications will be used, depends on the severity of the disease.
Prophylaxis of smooth skin microsporia
After completion of treatment, the patient should be under the supervision of a dermatologist. It is necessary to conduct repeated studies that will help to identify the presence of fungi in the body. As a preventive measure, disinfect all the patient's belongings.
Everyone who has been in contact with the patient must be examined. Attention should also be paid to pets, since they are very often the source of infection. They should also have a full antifungal treatment.