PREVENTION OF RINGWORM FROM CHILDREN

Because fungi prefer warm, moist environments, preventing ringworm involves keeping skin dry and avoiding contact with infections material Basic prevention measures include:

–          Wash hands after handling animals soil, and plants.

–          Avoid touching characteristic lesions on other people.

–          Wear loose – fitting clothing

Practice good hygiene when participation in sports involves physical contact with other people Ayadi et al (1993) 

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