Commonly known as ringworm as they can be round in nature, but not always. Usually affect the surface or just under the skin. Can also be found in the nails and in hair. They thrive in moist, warm areas.

Commonly Affected Areas:

• The Feet (athlete’s foot)
• The Groin (jock itch)
• The body
• The Scalp (common in children)
• The nails

Treatment:

• Wash daily thoroughly with soap and water
• Do not share clothing or towels if infected
• Dry shoes thoroughly before wearing

Fungal infections of the body, nails, athlete’s foot, and jock itch may be treated with over-the-counter medication. The other types should be looked at by your doctor.

Over-the-counter antifungal treatments:

• Clotrimazole cream, lotion, or solution
• Miconazole cream, powder, or lotion
• Terbinafine cream, gel, or spray
• Tolnaftate cream, gel, or powder
• Butenafine cream
• Undecylenic acid cream or liquid

Prescription antifungal treatments

Oral treatments:

• Azole antifungals: fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole etc.
• Terbinafine
• Griseofulvin

Topical treatments:

• Econazole cream
• Ciclopirox cream, gel, or lacquer

Note: This is not an exhaustive list and is for information only. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you need personal treatment options or questions.