Hair Breaker

WHAT IS RINGWORD?
Ringworm is known as the loss of one or more, approximately coin-sized, round, smooth-surfaced hairs in areas where hair was previously present. It mostly occurs in young people. 70 out of every 100 individuals with ringworm are under the age of 40. Ringworm is an important disorder because it affects a person's hairstyle and therefore their appearance. Irregular hair styles caused by ringworm can cause lack of self-confidence in individuals.

WHY DOES RINGWORK OCCUR?
Ringworm is a disease related to a person's own immune system. For a reason that has not yet been resolved, the immune system perceives its own cells as foreign and begins to damage them. In ringworm, the body attacks its own hair cells. Thus, it stops the growth of the hair and causes it to separate from the root. This causes the hair in the area to disappear and the appearance of the hair to be damaged.

IS RINGWORD A HERALD OF ANOTHER DISEASE?
People who suffer from ringworm are actually healthy people. Ringworm is not a sign of an upcoming disease. However, it is known that people with ringworm are vulnerable to some diseases. Diseases such as thyroid diseases, collagen tissue diseases and vitiligo are among the diseases in which immunity may be weak.

HOW IS RINGWORD DIAGNOSIS?
Ringworm can be diagnosed just by looking at it. If the area of ​​hair loss is expanding, a few hairs are removed and these hairs are examined under a microscope. Rarely, a skin biopsy may be performed to confirm this disease. In this procedure, a small piece of your skin is taken and examined under a microscope. The doctor may request blood tests if deemed necessary. If the doctor thinks that the disease may be related to other immune system-related diseases, he may order a blood test.

CAN RINGWORD BE TREATED?
Ringworm treatment is a process that should be planned by experts. In this process, the first priority is to completely stop the progression and symptoms of ringworm. In mild ringworm, hair can sometimes grow back on its own without the need for treatment. There are many different medications used to treat ringworm. Medicines such as corticosteroids, minoxidil, anthralin, difensiprone are used in the treatment of ringworm.

SUGGESTIONS FOR RINGWORM IN DAILY LIFE
It should be taken into consideration that ringworm is not a symptom of another health problem and does not affect daily functions. Situations such as feeling sad, falling into depression, and becoming introverted may occur due to hair loss. There may be a lack of self-confidence. Instead of getting caught up in these negativities, it is necessary to fight against these situations. If hair loss makes you feel embarrassed, it can be covered with appropriate hairstyle to hide the bare area. For example; Wigs, hats or scarves may be used. Some people prefer to shave their hair completely. None of these methods can prevent hair regrowth. During this process, psychological help should be sought if necessary.