If atypical rashes appear on the skin in the form of scaly or itchy spots, lichen can be suspected. Of course, it is better that the final diagnosis is made by a dermatologist. He must choose the right drugs.
Types of disease
Having noticed unusual spots, many begin to choose an
ointment for depriving people. This form of release of the medication allows you to destroy the lesions localized on the skin. But it is necessary to select it depending on the type of disease.
Specialists distinguish shingles, pityriasis, pink, ringworm, scaly, lichen. They differ not only in appearance, associated symptoms, but also in the method of treatment.
For example, shingles is caused by the herpes virus. It manifests itself as bubbles filled with a clear liquid. But the final diagnosis is made after microscopic examination.
Pityriasis versicolor forms small brown spots up to 6 mm in diameter. Their number increases gradually until they merge into one focus. The causative agent of the disease is a fungus.
Pink lichen most often occurs in adolescents. With this disease, round spots with a pink tint appear. Some say pink lichen itself goes away. Treatment (ointment with such a diagnosis, as a rule, is not prescribed) is to strengthen the immune system and saturate the body with vitamins.
A characteristic feature of ringworm is the appearance of flaky and itchy red spots that increase. The hair in the affected area breaks off under the root.
Red flat and scaly lichen are non-contagious. But at the same time, it is difficult to get rid of them, because these are autoimmune diseases.
Shingles Treatment
When vesicles appear on the skin, it is better to go to a dermatologist. Perhaps this is herpes zoster - herpes zoster. It can occur against the background of a decrease in immunity, become a manifestation of stress or some serious disease. The disease is transmitted by airborne droplets.
When installing this diagnosis, it is not enough to find out which ointments from lichen help. The treatment must be approached comprehensively. The doctor prescribes antiviral agents. It can be such tablets as Valtrex, Famvir, Minaker, Acyclovir. Considering that this type of lichen causes pain, painkillers are also prescribed.
It is also necessary to normalize the immune system at the same time. For these purposes, such drugs as Isoprinosine, Groprinosin, Novirin can be prescribed. These are immunostimulating agents with antiviral effect.
It is important to choose the right ointment for depriving people. Use such local agents as Epigen, Alpizarin, Zovirax, Acyclovir, Herperax. Herpes virus dies when exposed to UV rays.
Pityriasis versicolor
Not everyone knows, but brown spots that appear on the body also need to be treated. The causative agent of pityriasis versicolor is a fungal infection that multiplies in a humid environment. In addition, seborrheic dermatitis can lead to its appearance.
Treatment consists in the use of special antifungal agents. If this disease occurs, it is easy to figure out how to treat lichen. An ointment designed to treat a fungal infection can be any. Doctors recommend creams such as Nizoral, Dermazol, Fungoterbin, Mycozoral. Sometimes, experts prescribe complex therapy and recommend simultaneously drinking tablets - “Ketoconazole”, “Futsis”, “Fluconazole”, “Mikoflucan”.
This disease is not contagious. But a person may have relapses if he does not follow the necessary preventive measures. It is important to pay special attention to the cleanliness of clothes and their disinfection.
Pink lichen
Young people, most often in their teens, may appear round spots painted in light pink. There is no exact information about the causes of its occurrence, but, according to scientists, this is a viral disease. It begins with the activation of herpes. But only a specialist can establish a diagnosis of pink lichen. Treatment (ointment in this case is powerless) consists in taking antihistamines and Ascorutin vitamins.
The doctor may prescribe such tablets as Claritin, Zirtek, Gismanal, Claridol, Tavegil, or any other analogs. As a rule, the disease goes away by itself. Someone needs several weeks for this, and for someone it takes months. In addition to such treatment, doctors recommend temporarily removing clothes from synthetic and woolen materials from the wardrobe. Multivitamin complexes and immunostimulants can also be prescribed.
It is dangerous to establish this diagnosis yourself, because the external manifestations are very similar to the rashes that occur with syphilis. Therefore, it is important that the specialist inspect the spots. He will also recommend testing for syphilis.
Ringworm
The specified fungal disease is contagious and is transmitted through the household, both between people and from animals to humans. It is necessary to treat it with the help of antifungal agents. If the disease has just begun, and the skin lesion is not deep, then you can cope with the disease with the help of local funds. In this case, such an ointment from depriving for people like Mycosoral can help. Well-established and sulfur-salicylic ointment. Affected foci can also be lubricated with a weak iodine solution.
But if the disease began to progress and hit the deeper layers of the skin, then the treatment should be systemic. In this case, the usual ointment from lichen will no longer help. The name of the antifungal drugs that can be used in your case is best recognized by a dermatologist. As a rule, they prescribe such funds as Fungoterbin, Lamisil, Atifin, Thermicon, Terbizil.
Physical therapy also provides excellent results. The lesions can be irradiated with a UV lamp, do electrophoresis and phonophoresis. They help to accelerate the fight against fungus and eliminate discomfort.
Psoriasis and other non-communicable species
Scaly lichen, as a rule, affects the outer sides of the extensor surfaces of the skin. This disease is also known as psoriasis. With this diagnosis, it is important to choose and correctly use the ointment for depriving people. A doctor can prescribe a drug such as Tazaroten or Ditranol. Also, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics. For psoriasis, Clarithromycin or Erythromycin is recommended.
With lichen planus, no special ointments are prescribed. It is recommended to use antihistamines, vitamin complexes (special attention is paid to the contents of A and C), sedatives, for example, “Phenazepam”. You can relieve unpleasant sensations using talcum powder or starch.
Ointment "Clotrimazole"
If the doctor diagnosed you with lichen, the cause of which is a fungal disease, then you do not have to buy expensive drugs. One of the most budget options is a means of "Clotrimazole". It must be applied to the affected areas with a thin layer up to 3 times a day.
Prescribe ointment "Clotrimazole", as a rule, with the appearance of pityriasis versicolor. But to get rid of the disease, you need to use the drug for several weeks. In some cases, treatment can continue for 2 months.
Sulfur Salicylic Ointment
One of the most unpleasant diseases is ringworm. But you can get rid of it with the help of a fairly cheap means, known as sulfur-salicylic ointment. The price of 25 g of the drug is about 20 rubles.
It is also prescribed for psoriasis, scabies, seborrhea. But she also has contraindications. These include the period of breastfeeding, pregnancy, age up to 2 years. Also, you cannot exclude the likelihood of developing an allergic reaction to the drug if you have never used it before.
The indicated agent is applied to the affected areas 2 times a day. More frequent use can lead to itching or hives. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that, according to the instructions, sulfur-salicylic ointment is used. The price of this tool is quite low, so many mistakenly believe that it can be used uncontrollably.