How to deal with ringworm on children's face

In our lives, it is becoming more and more common for children in some families to develop ringworm on their faces, which makes them embarrassed to go to school. Parents should pay attention to this. Ringworm is an itchy, sore-like condition that most people have encountered as children. Sometimes it is very uncomfortable and people scratch hard, which can cause infection in some people. So, what should we do if our child gets ringworm on his face?

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. Children are malnourished and lack B vitamins in their bodies; excessive washing, especially washing with highly alkaline soaps, is also one of the causes of pityriasis alba. 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.

Ringworm, also known as 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.

Now we should have a detailed understanding of what to do if children get ringworm on their faces.

When parents see ringworm on their children's faces, they must take effective measures in time to avoid further infection and serious consequences. At the same time, taking the child for treatment in time can also help the child recover his health, grow up healthily, be lively and energetic, and grow up as soon as possible.