I am 68 yrs male and had ringworm infection on my leg 2 years ago. It reoccurs once every 3 months or so and responds to medication (anti-fungal ointment). How do I cure it properly. After a tiny sore appears it oozes discharge but responds to anti-fungal medication.

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