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Ringworm Infection Questions

Asked for female, 19 years old from Calicut
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MBBS, DPH

General Physician•Ernakulam
Ring worm infection --is a common skin and nail infection-- spread especially in unhygienic situations --to susceptible people// and caused by a fungus-tinea--with many varieties --affecting scalp---capitis// affecting inguinal area--inguinale // hands; face ;trunk and legs---versicolor etc-//-the spores of this fungus spread thr water droplets --especially of floor of public toilets// ; dress;// by direct contact// and even thr atmosphere to short distances-- once it reach a susceptible person ...more
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Asked for male, 49 years old from Delhi
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MBBS, DPH

General Physician•Ernakulam
For your ring worm infection and it's recurrence -- and how to avoid recurrence ---you may read the following advice and please obey them --okmobilering worm infection --is a common skin and nail infection-- spread especially in unhygienic situations --to susceptible people// and caused by a fungus-tinea--with many varieties --affecting scalp---capitis// affecting inguinal area--inguinale // hands; face ;trunk and legs---versicolor etc-//-the spores of this fungus spread thr water droplets --esp...more
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MD - Dermatology, MBBS

Dermatologist•Mumbai
Hi, pls avoid using betamil gm oint since it contains a steroid and can make ringworm worse. Apply micogel twice a day for 2 weeks on affected areas. See a dermatologist if rash persists.
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Asked for female, 26 years old from Hyderabad
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General Physician•Vadodara
surface sn oint locally in genitalia but as it's summer start u need something else like
HYDROCORTISONE OINT three times a day.
better to consult HOMEO NO EFFECT ON PREGNANCY TAKE LONG TIME. NO SIDE EFFECTS.
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Asked for male, 23 years old from Tirunelveli
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General Physician•Bareilly
Excess use of steroids and wrong treatment leads to drug resistance
proper history and treatment plan advisable.
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MBBS, DPH

General Physician•Ernakulam
Kindly keep yourself clean and dry // wash your clothes after dipping in boiling water // no direct contact with skin of others having same problem// also use the medicines under prescription from a doctor.
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Asked for male, 19 years old from Vijayawada
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Homeopathy Doctor•Noida
No, there is no correlation between the two. U can try this (do patch test first)
wash the affected skin two to three times a day.
Keep the affected area dry.Avoid excess affected skin irritation by wearing 100% cotton underwear.
Avoid fabric softeners, bleaches, or harsh laundry detergents.
Wash your workout clothes, underwear, socks, and towels after each use.
Keep your affected area, inner thighs, and buttocks clean and dry, especially after you exercise and shower.
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Asked for female, 39 years old from Indore
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Dermatologist•Bijnor
Dear lybrate-user this is fungal infection it takes some time .do continue your medicine acc to doctor .avoid sweets n spices.
U can also connect with our associate on mobile for more info.
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Asked for male, 33 years old from Delhi
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MD, MBBS

Dermatologist•Chennai
treatment depends on the severity...Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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