Tinea barbae or fungal infections, which are especially in the bearded face and neck area. This condition is better known as ringworm. Characterized by itchy skin that looks like a crust.
This condition usually occurs in adult men or older men, also in people with poor personal hygiene patterns. In addition, this disease is usually experienced by people related to livestock, such as cattle ranchers.
Symptoms that arise
Ringworm or tinea, is an infection of the surface of the skin, hair, and nails caused by fungus. In tinea barbae, the affected area of the infection can look circular like a ring, with the middle part of the area looking clean like bald. This ringworm also looks like dandruff, in the form of patches or white crust that sticks, and can appear to peel from the surface of the skin that has this disorder.
However, don't be surprised when tinea barbae appears in the opposite color, which is black. This is due to the base of damaged hair on the skin. Besides being white and black, tinea barbae also often appears in red accompanied by swelling or small bumps on the surface of the skin, and resembles blisters.
If you are close to livestock and are exposed to tinea barbae, immediately check all conditions of livestock that are around. It is likely that the animal also has a fungal or ringworm infection which can then be transmitted to humans. Eliminating the source of infection will help stop its spread. In other words, animals affected by fungus must be cured too.
How to Overcome Tinea Barbae
For those of you who have symptoms as above, it is advisable to see a doctor. The doctor will see the form of the rash from the ringworm. If necessary, the doctor will take samples from the skin or hair to determine the type of fungus.
For treatment, the doctor will likely give special shampoo and antifungal drugs together, because if you only use shampoo, it might not be effective enough to overcome tinea barbae. Drugs are given depending on the condition of the patient, and may need to be given intensively, starting from 4-12 weeks.
How to prevent?
If you have never been affected by tinea barbae, you should take precautions. If you have already experienced this disease it is advisable to do a number of things so that tinea barbae does not come again. How to prevent?
- Maintain cleanliness of the skin around the beard. Wash the beard at least once a month using shampoo. Choose a shampoo that uses selenium sulfide to prevent mold from coming in. Avoid wearing combs, towels and hats in turn with other people.
- Don't leave the old beard part wet. Dry immediately after every shower or when exposed to water. The beard area that remains dry and clean helps to prevent the area from developing mold.
- Don't forget, replace your comb with a new one, especially when you have started treatment. This aims to prevent the transfer of fungal infections from tinea barbae that are recovering.
- Also pay attention to the cleanliness of clothes, such as clothes, towels, and sheets. Replace regularly and wash with warm water. Also pay attention to safe places to dry. Do not reach livestock or places that are potentially exposed to germs.
Beware of tinea barbae on the face and neck area, especially men who maintain beards. Maintaining cleanliness of the body can prevent these fungal infections. If you suspect tinea barbae, consult a doctor to get the appropriate treatment.
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