5 Facts About Ringworm

Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The name “ringworm” is a misnomer, since the infection is caused by a fungus, not a worm. Ringworm infection can affect both humans and animals. The infection initially presents with red patches on affected areas of the skin and later spreads to other parts of the body. The infection may affect the skin of the scalp, feet, groin, beard, or other areas.


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Symptoms

Different types of ringworm affect different parts of the body.

• Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis): This is most common in younger children, and occasionally it affects adults. It is more common in urban environments where people live closer together, giving the fungus more opportunities to spread.
• Body (skin) ringworm (tinea corporis): This can affect infants, children, and adults.
• Groin infections (tinea cruris): Also known as jock itch, this is more common among young men.

Causes

Although the world is full of yeasts, molds, and fungi, only a few cause skin disease. These agents are called the dermatophytes. An infection with these fungi is medically known as dermatophytosis. Skin fungi can only live on the dead layer of keratin protein on top of the skin.

Diagnosis

A doctor can normally diagnose ringworm or a groin infection after examining the affected area and asking the patient about their medical history and symptoms. They may take a small scraping of the skin, which will not hurt, and examine it under a microscope to look for characteristics of fungi. The doctor will assess whether the skin problem is being caused by some other disorder, such as psoriasis.

Treatment

Your doctor may recommend both medications and lifestyle adjustments to treat ringworm. Your doctor may prescribe various medications depending on the severity of your ringworm infection. Jock itch, athlete’s foot, and ringworm of the body can all be treated with medications, such as antifungal creams, gels, or sprays. Over-the-counter medications and antifungal skin creams may be recommended for use as well. Over-the-counter products may contain clotrimazole, miconazole, terbinafine, or other related ingredients.

7 Facts About Extroverts

Extroverts make up about three-quarters of the American population, and as such come in all stripes. They zip through the world in search of new experiences, social connections, and exciting opportunities. Extroversion is a core factor of personality and is difficult to modify. But generally speaking, the only people bothered by extroverts' volubility and drive are the introverted members of their circle!


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What Exactly Is an Extrovert?

Extroverts are often described as talkative, sociable, action-oriented, enthusiastic, friendly, and out-going. On the negative side, they are sometimes described as attention-seeking, easily distracted, and unable to spend time alone. Some of the general characteristics associated with extroversion include:

• Numerous, broad interests
• Like to communicate by talking
• Enjoy being at the center of attention
• Tend to act first before thinking
• Enjoy group work
• Feel isolated by too much time spent alone
• Look to others and outside sources for ideas and inspiration
• Like to talk about thoughts and feelings

Qualities of an Extrovert

Extroverts enjoy social situations and even seek them out since they enjoy being around people. In school, you can expect an extroverted child to enjoy working on a team project or in a study group rather than alone.

Extroverts tend to "fade" when alone and can easily become bored without other people around. When they must work on a task alone, it can be helpful for somebody to be nearby to encourage them and to let them speak about what they are doing.

When given a chance, an extrovert will talk with someone else rather than sit alone. In fact, extroverts tend to think as they speak, unlike introverts who are far more likely to think before they speak. Extroverts often think well when they are talking. Concepts just don't seem real to them unless they can talk about them. You may discover that your child will talk to anybody and everybody when you are out in public.