What causes ringworm on children's faces?

Newborn babies generally have poor resistance and are prone to skin diseases. Mothers should not worry, as all children must go through this process in order to develop resistance. Next, let’s take a closer look at this situation. Children should also pay attention to keeping themselves clean, and adults must wash their hands frequently when they come into contact with children.

This condition is commonly known as "worm spots", and is medically called pityriasis alba, also known as simple pityriasis, or streptococcal pityriasis. It is a common skin disease among children and adolescents. The cause of this disease is not very clear at present. It is generally believed to be a nonspecific dermatitis that may be related to streptococcal infection. The cause of the disease may be related to the fact that children's sebaceous glands have not yet fully developed and the skin surface lacks sebum protection. Malnutrition and lack of B vitamins in children; excessive washing, especially washing with strong alkaline soaps, are also one of the causes of pityriasis alba. In addition, sun exposure and dry skin may promote the occurrence of this disease. The disease usually starts in spring and disappears in summer and autumn. It mainly manifests as hypopigmented round or oval patches, mostly on the face, around the mouth, cheeks, forehead, and can also be seen on the neck, shoulders, arms, chest, and arms. A few patients may experience mild itching, but most of them do not have obvious symptoms. Apart from a slight impact on appearance, pityriasis alba has little effect on physical health. The disease can last from several months to a year, and the white spots may persist for more than a year after the scales subside. In some children, pityriasis alba on their faces may sometimes improve naturally, but the color of the local skin will still be slightly lighter than the surrounding skin.

Some people believe that the white spots on children’s faces are related to parasites in the intestines, but there is actually no necessary connection. 70% of children with white spots on their faces do not have worms in their stomachs.

Pityriasis alba generally does not require special treatment, let alone "deworming". Keep your face clean, do not use soaps that are too alkaline, and use some oily moisturizers in dry seasons. If the child feels some itching or discomfort in the affected area, apply sulfur ointment or hormone cream. For malnourished children, their dietary structure should be adjusted, the variety of food should be increased, and vitamins should be supplemented. If necessary, they should take B vitamins under the guidance of a doctor, which can reduce or eliminate white spots.

After reading this, do you understand what is going on with your child? Therefore, adults should not be overly concerned about children. It is more beneficial to let children grow naturally. I hope your child can grow up healthy and happy under your careful care. I wish you have a strong child.