Fungal infection treatment

Fungal infections can affect the skin, hair, and nails, causing discomfort and potential harm if left untreated. Dr. Deepam Shah offers specialized fungal infection treatments in Colaba to address various types of fungal infections like Tinea Capitis, Tinea Barbae, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Manuum, and Tinea Pedis.

Types of Fungal Infections:

• Tinea Capitis: A scalp infection leading to skin exfoliation, hair loss patches, or inflammatory lesions.
• Tinea Barbae: Known as Barber’s itch, affecting the beard area with red plaques and purulent lesions.
• Tinea Corporis: A ringworm type found on the trunk and extremities, characterized by red plaques.
• Tinea Cruris: Jock itch affecting the thigh-groin region with well-defined red areas.
• Tinea Manuum & Tinea Pedis: Fungal infections of the hands and feet with distinct characteristics.

Treatment Options:

• General Measures: Maintaining cleanliness, avoiding excessive washing, sharing personal items, and changing undergarments frequently.
• Topical Formulations: Ideal for mild infections or individuals unable to take oral medications.
• Orally Administered Formulations: Effective for specific fungal infections but require regular monitoring due to potential side effects.
• ND-Yag Laser Treatment: Particularly effective for Onychomycosis (fungal nail infections) as a painless and efficient therapy.

Recovery and Consultation:

• Pain Management: Medications are prescribed to manage post-operative discomfort.
• Swelling: Common after treatment and may take weeks to subside.
• Activity Restrictions: Patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities for proper healing.
• Follow-up Appointments: Scheduled to monitor healing progress and remove stitches or drains.

Benefits of Treatment:

• Relief from physical discomfort caused by fungal infections.