There are yeast fungi and filamentous fungi. The most common skin fungus in infants and young children is the yeast fungus, the causative agent of thrush in the mouth, intestinal and diaper dandruff, according to the Internet edition for girls and women from 14 to 35 years old Pannochka. net filamentous fungi, depending on the site of infection of the body, give different symptoms.

The cutaneous fungus on the body is a round and oval itchy foci on the skin, which in the center can remain healthy. On the edges they are red, slightly elevated, clearly delineated and scaly. When combing, there may be an additional infection.

Fungus on the scalp affects it, causing itching. Hair on the affected area breaks off and can tear out. Another skin fungus causes flour-shaped scaly circular lesions with broken hair, evenly distributed over the scalp. Microsporia can spread in children's institutions as an epidemic.

When hair falls out, the child should wear a hat or a scarf until the hair grows again. This measure is not "for beauty", but to avoid unnecessary questions from random people.

Fungus on the feet causes redness and flaking on the soft areas between the toes and on the transition from the sole to the heel. They can additionally become inflamed and form dying, itchy and scaly pockets. In addition, there is a strong sweating of feet with a special smell. Sources of infection are the souls in swimming pools, showers in hotels and the floor in gyms if exercises are performed barefoot. Fungal infections are exacerbated when wearing stockings and tights from synthetic fabrics, tk-non-rubber boots, exercise shoes and children's shoes with welded rubber soles. At the same time, moistening of the feet is observed, which creates an environment for the development of fungal infections.

When the fungus on the skin of the foot requires additional thorough hygiene of the feet. Legs need to be washed in the morning and in the evening, first warm, then cold water. For wiping, you need to apply fresh towels each time.. The child should wear only cotton socks that can withstand boiling and change them every day. In enclosed spaces, it is best to wear leather sandals. Treat all shoes with an antifungal spray.

Filamentous fungi on the nails penetrate into the nail bed and grow together with the nail up. The nail becomes brittle, thick and milky-transparent. Often there is additional infection, accompanied by a strong odor caused by bacteria and sweat.

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