Ringworm Treatment

Although ringworm is really common and not a dangerous infection in most cases, it can be uncomfortable. Looking for ringworm treatment? Read on to find easy other-the-counter solutions that are quite effective.

Dr. Greene`s Answer:

Pearl, you sound like an awesome big sister! Your little sister is really lucky to have someone like you watching out for her and helping her to learn about her own health. Taking her to the doctor AND making sure you understand the truth yourself is a winning combination. It sounds to me that you really are on the road to becoming a great pediatrician.

Ringworm is NOT a Worm

Infections by worms have been recognized since antiquity. Treating some of these infections was among the few notable successes of early doctors. Physicians adopted as their professional symbol a staff encircled by two worms. This symbol, the caduceus, is used to this day.

One of the more obvious worm infections was one which we today call cutaneous larva migrans. As the worms travel through the body just under the skin, scaly red lines mark their paths. These lines are actually inflammatory reactions to the worms.

A very similar skin finding, with raised scaly rings instead of straight lines, was also noted in antiquity.

This infection came to be called ringworm, since the worms apparently traveled in laps around a short circle, rather than in a wandering line. Ringworm typically lasted several months and then, thankfully, resolved on its own. The infection was known to be mildly contagious, but the worm itself was never seen. It was a great mystery.

Some people thought that the ringworm skin lesions looked rather like the holes made in garments by moths — flat in the center, with a raised border. During the Middle Ages physicians began calling this infection tinea, the name of a common family of moths. Physicians added a descriptive word to the name to specify where on the body the infection was located: ringworm infections on the head were called tinea capitis, on the body tinea corporis, on the feet tinea pedis. They also had specific names for the same infection found in the groin, armpit, facial hair, or nails.

Ringworm is a Fungus

It was not until 1837 that the true cause of ringworm was found. A Polish physician looking at scrapings from the skin of people with ringworm identified a fungus (that he then massaged into his own arm!). Over the next several years, a number of investigators proved that what we call ringworm is always a fungal infection. This was the first time that any microscopic organism was ever proven to cause human disease. It has no connection at all with worms, other than the similar appearance of the skin lesions.

Fungi are tiny living organisms that survive by eating plant or animal material. The ringworm fungi feed on keratin — the material found in the outer layer of skin, hair, and nails. These fungi thrive best on skin that is moist, hot, and hidden from the light. When this infection is found on the feet, it is commonly called athlete’s foot; when it is found in the groin it is commonly called jock itch; and when it is found on the body it is still called ringworm. Up to 20 percent of the population has one of these infections at any given moment.

Ringworm is Mildly Contagious

Ringworm is very mildly contagious. It can be caught from domestic animals (especially dogs and cats) as well as most farm animals. The infection can be caught from the animal directly, or from anything, the animal rubs against (yes, Pearl, your sister could have gotten it from playing on the ground at the BBQ). Ringworm can also be caught from other humans, both by direct contact and by prolonged contact with flakes of shed skin (by using shared locker rooms and showers, from sharing clothes or from house dust, for instance). Wrestlers commonly spread it back and forth with their sweaty contact (tinea gladiatorum!).

To catch ringworm, you have to be exposed to it, and you have to be susceptible. Some people are much more susceptible than others. Those with eczema or other skin problems get ringworm more easily because the protective barrier of the skin’s outer layer is less intact. People with weakened immune systems are also more likely to get infected.  Children are more susceptible before puberty. Boys get it more easily than girls. Some people are genetically predisposed and can get it easily throughout life (like me!). 

Ringworm Treatment

Ringworm treatment is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole (Tinactin), clotrimazole (Lotrimin) or terbinafine (Lamisil). Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription and come in lotions, creams and powders. Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms (and for a total of at least 4 weeks) can one guarantee eradication. (Pets can be treated with the same medicines, but this is difficult since they often don’t get a rash with their infections. Contact your pet’s veterinarian to get up-to-date information on the best treatment for animals). As soon as treatment has begun, it’s fine for her to play with others, but it’s best not to share clothing or to let other children rub the patch of ringworm.

Rarely, when ringworm of the body is resistant to topical therapy, we use oral antifungal medications for about one month.

When ringworm is found in the nails or on the scalp, the infection is much more difficult to eliminate. Prolonged treatment with a prescription oral anti-fungal medicine (as well as other topical medicines) is usually necessary. Scalp ringworm is a major cause of hair loss, and should be treated aggressively. Creams, lotions and powders do not work; oral medication for one to three months is needed in this case.

Prevention 

Although ringworm is really common and not a dangerous infection in most cases, it can be uncomfortable– so it is good to try to prevent the infection from starting!  There are a couple easy measures to decrease your risk of contracting ringworm. Keep your skin clean and dry (no wearing sweaty socks around!).  Try not to share clothes, brushes, or other personal items.  When using public locker rooms, wear sandals. Always wash your hands with soap and water after playing with pets. And if you are involved in sports, change out of your wet work out clothes. Wipe down gear such as your helmet, gloves, and shin guards; and allow these items to dry completely before wearing them again.

Pearl, I expect that your sister’s patch of ringworm on her leg will clear up with the Tinactin. In the meantime, thanks for watching out for her!

References and Resources

Hainer BL. Dermatophyte infections. American Family Physician. 2003;67(1):101-8.

Noble SL et al. Diagnosis and management of common tinea infections. American Family Physician. 1998;58(1):163-74,77-8.

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  1. IIla

    Sir…I am so badly infected in ringworm… please help me sir…I can’t move anywhere…it’s itching like anything…I cry in every night.because I can’t able to sleep. I am suffering from ringworm from about 3 years and more may be…it is spreading every where even in my face.. underarms.stomach.legs..and in my private areas..😭😭help me sir. I m taking medicine from 3 years may be because of that my facial hair are growing like a monkey..what should I do .I feel so Shay front of people. Help me

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  2. Evaa

    I am suffering from ringworm from about a year and It is spreading day by day. I don’t go to clinic or any treatment because I am too shy. Plz help me for this.what medicine should I use.it have been all dark under my buttocks and it is too itchy. Plz help me 😭😭😭

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    • Oh Evaa, I’m so sorry!

      Dr. Greene says, “… effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole (Tinactin) or clotrimazole (Lotrimin). Several of these antifungal creams are now available WITHOUT a prescription.” That means you can get it at a pharmacy. You can ask the pharmacist to help you make sure you are getting the correct cream. The pharmacist will not be at all embarrassed by your questions. Since ringworm can be in the hair or on the body, they may ask where it is. You can just answer “on my body” without saying where.

      Additionally, Dr. Greene says, “Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms (and for a total of at least 4 weeks) can one guarantee eradication. Be sure and follow these instructions.

      Dr. Greene also says, “Rarely, when ringworm of the body is resistant to topical therapy, we use oral antifungal medications for about one month.” This is all the more reason to be sure to use the cream long enough to wipe it out, but just knock it back. You would to be sure you get the most out of the cream.

      I hope that helps.
      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  3. Ahmed

    Am Ahmed from Nigeria Kogi Nigeria. I was diagnosed to have Candace Skil infection (ringworm), I ask take fluconale 200mg for a month which I did after taking the drugs I was ok but after a month I noticed the same problem is back. Please help me what will I do to solve the problem. I also noticed that the some worm move round by skin.

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  4. Aung

    Hello,
    I have ringworm and now trying to cure with a natural way into apple cider vinegar. I was used for the last four days now these infected areas getting red and inflamed. Why? and is it harmful?
    With respect

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    • Aung,

      Vinegar is an acid. You are likely “burning” the skin on your arm. This is a natural reaction, but it signals that you should not continue this line of treatment.

      I hope that helps.
      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  5. Lydia

    Ringworm is a very frustrating fungal infection. The same fungus can be seen as foot fungus and nail fungus. Luckily, I have never had it myself, but heard of several who have been infected with itchy symptoms. They have treated ringworm with eg. tea tree oil and castor oil. More sources incl. castorolie.dk has reference to studies that have investigated the effect of these natural oils. And according to these sources, the oils work against fungi. Apply the oils to the skin eg in the scalp (not in the hair) and repeat 3 times daily until the infection is gone. If there are still symptoms and no changes to the skin after 2 weeks, contact your doctor. That’s my advice.

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  6. Talib Raza

    I am suffering from ringworm for more than 1 1/5 years but no medicine is working on it i used allopathic as well as homoeopathic but i didn’t get any results so plz kindly suggest me some tips

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    • Hi Talib,

      Thanks for writing in.

      Are you sure it’s ringworm? Have you seen a doctor and had a skin scraping done?

      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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    • Thandi

      I am suffering from ringworm for over 5 years now I tried all my best to see different doctors, nd I’m scared BCOZ nothing seems to be working nd this ringworm is moving on my face now it’s in my ears .plz help me doctor what do I do am I in danger or what.

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      • Jamyang

        Hi sir,
        I had been suffering from ringworm from 3 years now…
        I tried my best to treat with all those antifungal creams but still than its not working… Now,it had spread to my family.. please can you help me out doctor.
        I m from Bhutan..

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        • Lori Rustin

          Do you know for sure it’s ringworm? Has a doctor done a skin scraping test and confirmed it? Cause there might be a different treatment if it’s something else.

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        • Ali

          I agree about getting a doctor to diagnose first. The home environment needs to be thoroughly cleaned to get rid of ringworm spores. Wash bedding and other items in hot water. Use bleach or borax if possible. There are websites that detail cleaning methods for ringworm. Place items in bright sunlight to kill the spores. This cleaning needs to be kept up for a couple of months.

          If it is ringworm, I’m not sure what products are available in your country, but I ended up having to use a shampoo and conditioner that was for my pets..the name is Zymox enzymatic shampoo and cream rinse. That’s just what helped me. Also daily epsom salt scrubs helped.

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  7. S k choudhary

    my mother is suffering from ringworm from last 3 year. She taken many medicine but she don’t have any relief. On her complete body is having ringworms. Her age is 43year’s. Please advise me a best medicine for her.
    Thanks

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    • Alyssa Barnes

      My spouse has suffered with ringworm for the last six months. None of the topical creams have worked and she can’t take the pills due to medical reasons. The only thing that worked was organic raw apple cider vinegar with the mother. Regular did not work, it had to be raw, organic, with the mother (such as Bragg). Pour it over the effected areas and let it air dry. Do this once a day until a week after symptoms clear.

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      • Rafael

        Hi there,

        thank you for sharing this story. I have ringworm now and tried creams and now on pills, but no success. I am applying Raw Apple Vinegar 3 times a day plus tea tree oil. No results yet, just wondering if your husband kept taking medications until it cleared or only used Apple Vinegar?

        Cheers

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        • Alyssa

          It was only raw unfiltered organic apple cider vinegar with the mother. It took a 1-3 weeks for it to start healing. Then it took several weeks for the healed splotches to disappear. My spouse didn’t use anything else on it. I highly recommend Braggs brand, that’s what we used.

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          • R

            Thank you so much for your response. I am getting better now, I didn’t use much vinegar, I believe the fact that I started taking vitamin C (600%) helped cure ringworm with my own immune system
            Cheers

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  8. Nayeemullah

    I have ring warm I use dexoderm ointment but it’s not suited plz say one good ointment

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    • Nayeemullah,

      Dr. Greene says, “The treatment for ringworm is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole (Tinactin) or clotrimazole (Lotrimin). Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription. Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms (and for a total of at least 4 weeks) can one guarantee eradication.”

      Different individuals may respond better to one ointment than to the others, so you may need to try several before you find the right one. It might be wise to ask your pharmacist for the anti-fungal ointment he or she recommends in your area and start there. Also, it is important to use the ointment for a total of four weeks to completely kill the fungus.

      I hope that helps.
      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  9. Jane Woods

    Ringworm (tinea or dermatophytosis) is a type of fungal infection of the skin that actually has nothing to do with worms. The infection can occur just about anywhere on the body and has different names depending on which part of the body it affects. Ringworm is a superficial fungal infection that doesn’t cause disease below the surface of the skin. Ringworm of the body, specifically the trunk and limbs, is called tinea corporis.

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  10. Anna levis

    Thank You so much Dr.Greene for giving such an amazing article about ringworm treatment. It’s very helpful for people and easily understood that how to get rid of ringworm.

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  11. Ejax

    Hi,
    I am suffering from skin infection on my hips legs neck for the last six months,visited several doctors & skin specialist but still its not going.
    Doctors told me that its skin infection like.. ring worms & nothing more than that.
    For the time being when the doctors suggesting medicines like Terbinafine 250 ./Livocetrizine or Cetrizine and tube lobate m GM its getting stop & start once again after a day or two & makes so much itching/rashes even not able to sit or sleep properly.
    Can anyone here who can suggest me better medicine/treatment or doctor who can remove it.
    I will thankful that person who help me.

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    • Stacy Raynolds

      Hi, Ejax. I used to have ringworm for about 11 years. And then, through a lot of prayer and help from Mom, we discovered the ULTIMATE cure for ringworm. Now listen close and follow instructions carefully. Get some Castor oil from a local store. Go online and buy yourself CINNAMON ESSENTIAL OIL. When you have it, get a squeeze bottle and pour the Castor oil inside. Take the cinnamon essential oil and pour some drops inside; not a lot, you’ll burn yourself. Now, apply liberally to the infected area. This is what you’ll see occur: the ringworm will get inflamed, and it will get BIGGER! DO NOT BE ALARMED BY THIS; THAT MEANS IT IS DYING!! Trust me. Apply everyday after washing the infected area. Apply in the morning, afternoon, and before you go to bed. Wash your clothes, etc. When the ringworm gets bigger, it will start to lower back into the skin and eventually disappear in about a week or so. Do not stop med application. Continue for about a week after the sores have disappeared to make sure it’s dead. Note: do not be alarmed by what seems to be a ringworm-like rash afterwards. This just means you probably used too much cinnamon. Oh, and one more thing. When cleaning yourself, use isopropyl alcohol or a strong soap. See you on the road to recovery.

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      • Stacy Raynolds

        Just one note: don’t use this treatment on cats. Castor oil and cinnamon are NOT good for them.

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      • Megan

        Hi Stacy, I am so glad you exist. I was wondering if you could tell us more about what treatment you used prior to trying this? I have been using Terbinafine tablets and Terbinafine cream for 6 months now, and still mine has not gone away. I am scared to try using anything because if it survives it then it comes back stronger.
        Look forward to hearing from you!
        Megan

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      • steph

        I have ringworm on my scalp, it is painful and after taking Lamisil for several months, it is still coming back…it is very depressing. Will the castor oil/cinnamon thing work on this or just make all my hair fall out? My hair is falling out anyway. Is there a light treatment one can use? I have tried tea tree oil, Nizerol shampoo, garlic, apple cider vinegar and a unstoppable list of remedies. Please help…. I don’t know where I got this from either!

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        • Ali

          Hi, Did anything help you? I had terrible ringworm all over my torso after washing 5 cats and 2 dogs with a shampoo for ringworm 3 times a week. I was pregnant, so I think that’s what made me susceptible to it. I tried all sorts of antifungal creams, but the only thing that worked was using an epsom salt scrub and applying the same cream rinse that was prescribed for my pets! I applied it twice daily like a lotion. It’s called Zymox cream rinse/conditioner. I also used the yellow bottle of enzyme shampoo.

          More recently, I irritated my scalp and lost an alarming amount of hair. My scalp was also itchy. The Zymox shampoo and leave in conditioner helped stop it. I’ve also read that a borax solution can help with scalp problems. It supposedly kills ringworm in laundry etc, so maybe that would help you too.

          Also, environmental re-contamination is a concern. You have get rid of the ringworm spores in your home. There are lots of sites with advice on deep cleaning your home.

          I did come across a veterinary website stating that they had much success with laser therapy, so the light treatment idea may work? Sunlight kills the spores.

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          • stephanie podnar

            I just saw this email…my doctor won’t give me any more meds..so I’m still fighting it…going laundry with bleach, cleaning..but I’ve been putting  compound W Gel on the spots…it burns, then dries and seems to get rid of the overall itch…I take an array of vitamins and herbs to help with immune function…I took Pau D Arca until it made me sick to my stomach…switched to Coconut oil and put Aloe on spots as well as took caps..Good Luck my friend..don’t stop trying!Steph

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          • Alicia Casbon

            Hi! I can’t remember the comment or what I wrote, but I had a terrible case of ringworm a few years ago when pregnant with my son. I didn’t want to take medications. I cured it completely in a couple of months using Epsom salt as a body scrub, washing with Zymox enzymatic shampoo and applying a layer of zymox enzymatic cream rinse like a body lotion over my entire body. I used the cream rinse as lotion twice a day. I also washed my hair with the shampoo and used the cream rinse as conditioner to prevent it from spreading to my scalp. Zymox is marketed for pets but I decided to try it since it worked really well on my pets. I had no bad reactions to it whatsoever. You can buy it online – I get it on Amazon..It might help you! Alicia

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      • Necole yarde

        Thank you so much this is extremely helpful, ringworm is so frustrating.

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    • mr t

      What I found very beneficial is as follows firstly dip a wad of cotton wool in Apple cider vinegar then squeeze it out lightly put in on the affected area then tape it using medicinal tape leave it overnight it will pain a lot but helps a lot

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    • Rafael

      Hi there,

      just curious if you did manage to get rid of ringworm? I have one now for over a month and using pills and creams, but it keeps spreading. If you managed to get rid of it please could you share with your receipt?

      Cheers

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  12. Ejax

    Hi,
    I am suffering from skin infection on my hips for the last five years,visited several doctors & skin specialist but still its not going.
    Doctors told me that its skin infection like.. ring worms & nothing more than that.
    For the time being when the doctors suggesting medicines like Terbinaforce-5mg./Livocetrizine or Cetrizine/Betnesol with tube like Etan-GM its getting stop & start once again after a day or two & makes so much itching/rashes even not able to sit or sleep properly.
    I used mustard oil,coconut oil,creams like Etan-GM,nail remover & many more…..
    Can anyone here who can suggest me better medicine/treatment or doctor who can remove it.
    I will thankful that person who help me.

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  13. KWEKU Jones Junior

    Hi Dr Greene am KWEKU Jones a boy of eighteen years old in I had ringworm on my scalp when I was 5years old. My parents have been using medicines like fluconazole, funbact A, samocid, econacine….etc which was recommended by dermatologist. Am still having the problem on my head and is still itching. Thank you for readin’. I will be glad with answers

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  14. Nandipha Okwara

    Good day Dr Green

    my six months old baby is having small pimples in circle form at her back sometimes they fade away but now they are visible again is it something i should worry about? please help.

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  15. Wilson will

    Hi
    Please I need help, I have been suffering from ring worm (at least that’s what it looks like) for almost a decade now. It started when I was really young and I got medications and treatments which got rid of all except one in the center of my head. I have tried different medications and creams but it’s resistant. It’s round, flaky and itchy please what can I do to get rid of it.
    Note: I have had it for close to 10 years.

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  16. kapil

    Sir
    I had some ring worm of upper lage (thai). When sweat is become the feel too much eche. Then i cant control it. So please help me. To clear the ringworm totally. And send me some medicine name which is help me. Thanks. I also use like cream quavardidrum , o2 durm, pendurm+ but i did not setisfied with them. I also use anti fungle soap ketostar which help me to clear eche.

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  17. Suryanarayan dash

    I am suffering from ringworm from 30year’s old .many types of medicine and cream to take in feature but not cured . what shall I do in present.please guide me.

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    • Diganta rajkhowa

      Sir l am suffering from ringworm age 35.what shall l do please tell me

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  18. Gary Bode

    Thanks for your help and useful website.

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  19. Debbie

    Just another suggestion for keeping the area (s) clean. I also used Dr.Castilles Tea tree oil soap to wash.

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  20. Debbie

    I had gotten ringworm the beginning of January. I have been very persistent on eradicating it. I used antifungal lotrimin for ringworm and applied twice a day! I also used caldesene powder to help the itch. Because I read it was a fungus I stopped eating sugar and changed my diet, no sugar or processed foods. I believe candida in your system has a lot to do with it. I also bought some kyolic garlic for candida intestinal cleanse along with bactrex by systemic formula, plus probiotics. Drink lots of water.
    It has been working after about two weeks I could see where the fungus was lessening. I changed and was my clothes everyday and never used the same towels. I also feel better and have a lot more energy. Being persistent is the key. Don’t give up. I’m still using the cream and the powder, it has not totally gone but it is way better then it was. Thanks for all the information and the tips on how to get rid of it.

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    • Rafael

      Hi there,

      just wondering if you managed to get rid of ringworm in the end? I have it now and it won’t go away:( Please could you give some advise?

      Cheers

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  21. joe

    hi…
    i had a ringworm for 6 months and i apply cream & pill but it seem biger and biger please help me

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  22. Anonymous

    i have a ringworm on my leg for more than a month.. used clotrimzole for over a month and the ringworm is still there, but other resistant patches have form on other parts of the body (probably from using my shower towel). should i go to the doc and get on oral antifungal meds?

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    • Dr Sruthi

      Obviously.. You should try for oral antifungal medication along with topical agent’s for effective treatment

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  23. rocky

    Sir my brother have ringworm 5 months ago but it was not get rid plz help me to get rid by this problem

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    • Rocky,

      Thanks for writing in.

      Dr. Greene says, “The treatment for ringworm is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole (Tinactin) or clotrimazole (Lotrimin). Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription.” This means you can go into a pharmacy and get the medicine without a prescription in the United States. If you do not live in the US, you may have to ask a doctor to help.

      Additionally, Dr. Greene says, “Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms (and for a total of at least 4 weeks) can one guarantee eradication.” When you do get one of the medicines Dr. Greene mentions, be sure to use it for at least one week after there are no more signs of the ringworm. This is very important!

      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  24. Kgomotso

    Hello Dr

    I am so concerned writhing this mail, 3 days back I took my 4year old son to the doctor since he has r ingworms on his head and he kept scratching saying it’s itchy. The doctor gave him Ketoconazole Tablets and told to give him half a pill a day. so I have been doing that(giving him a pill before bedtime), but last night he woke in the middle of the night his temperature soo high and the rest of the day today he was sleeping and complaining about tummy ache. Then I googled the drug we were given and saw that fever and tummy ache are among the side effects and that it can cause liver damage, so I want to stop giving him the tablet,because it has been 4 days and I have given him 2 tablets so far including today. Ist a good idea? Right now he is sleeping and his temperature is still high and he did not eat much today,.
    Please help,
    Concerned mum.

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    • Kgomotso,

      It could be wise to call the doctor who prescribed Ketoconazole for your son. He or she will likely tell you to stop and will hopefully provide other alternative.

      I hope your son gets well soon.

      Best, @MsGreene
      Note: I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, but I am not Dr. Greene and I am not a doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  25. himanshu

    Hi docter

    I am himanshu form noida
    Second time ringworm in my
    Head i m very dens what can i
    Do now

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  26. Himanshu kumar

    Hi doctor,
    I have ringworm from 4 years, I have used so many medicine and lotion but no benefits so plz help me.

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  27. Amy

    We adopted two kittens and within a day realized that they had ringworm (just a couple of spots). We began treating with topical Micozole Lotion (miconazole nitrate 1%). A week later, I asked the vet for something with more coverage, as I was finding more spots on one of the kittens. I began using Miconahex + Triz shampoo and LimePlus Dip (used both once already) and was told to use both weekly. At 10 days after having the kittens, both my daughter and I have two spots on us. I am treating mine with Naftin, and her pediatrician prescribed ketoconazole. Outside of what we are doing, what else should we be doing to make sure this doesn’t spread further? I’ve read everything from clean your house like normal once a week to basically having to take a blow torch to the house to get rid of it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

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  28. Talia

    Hello,
    So I basically thought nothing of it when I first had ringworms, although I put cream and stuff on it and then it started to spread more onto my back and legs, and then all of a sudden one day, they just disappeared and so I just applied the cream for a couple more days so I knew that they were gone, came back from my holiday and I’ve got them back again, is it possible to get some type of medicine so they never come back??

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  29. Prem Albert

    dear
    doctor I’m suffering from a very hard ringworm since from four months and I have use so many types of medicine but it doesn’t change. can you help please ??

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    • Hi Prem,

      How do you know it’s ringworm? What medicines have you used?

      Best,
      @MsGreene
      Co-founder & Executive Producer DrGreene.com, Mom
      Note: Not Dr. Greene, not a doctor. Keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  30. Mohit From INdia

    i was suffering from ringworm its being 1 year finally i used tea tree oil and it worked like the best medicine i realy suggest if any one is suffering.

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  31. Ariana

    Hi all, just want to share my experience with ringworm, because now it’s definitely better. Couple of weeks ago I’ve noticed that I had some patches on my skin, like red circles. Been in 3 different doctors, had 3 different treatments (pills and creams) and nothing seemed to help. So on my last appointment with doctor again he prescribed me creams to apply Twice per day, but on top of that, I started to use Aloevera and I believe that actually was the solution. So if you have aloevera at home (the actual plant) just cut the leaves open it and use the gel inside. Apply the gel on the skin and leave it for 20min and after just shower (without using body wash). It really helped.

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  32. Renu

    Dear doctor i am 30 year old suffuring from ring worm since from 4 years its in iner part tried many medicians
    Having no result

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    • Renu,

      Which medicines have you tried? Are you sure it’s ringworm?

      @MsGreene
      Co-founder & Executive Producer DrGreene.com, Mom
      Note: Not Dr. Greene, not a doctor. Keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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    • Vishal

      Tea tree oil or
      Nystatin cream most effective medicine…
      I’m suffering from one year, just rid in a one month….

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      • kapil

        I also surring since 3 month.

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  33. santosh kumar sonkar

    Sir I’m suffering from ring worm to 2 years please give me help

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    • Santosh,

      Here is what Dr. Greene says, “The treatment for ringworm is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole or clotrimazole. Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription. Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms can one guarantee eradication.”

      Have you tried the over the counter creams? Have you continued at least one week after resolution?

      I hope this helps, @MsGreene
      Co-founder & Executive Producer DrGreene.com, Mom
      Note: I answer a lot of questions on DrGreene.com, I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, Dr. Greene’s business partner, but I am a not doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  34. Conie Alinab

    My 1 month old boy had ringworm at his face.can he use ketoconazole cream?

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  35. rano

    I am having ring worm infection in my groins n lips of my vagina… After applying clotrimazole the things have gone but the skin has become dry n extremely itchy.please help

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  36. Kshetrimayum Arun

    Dear Doctor,
    I have ringworm from 6 month still now. I don’t understand how to treat my ringworm with severe boils . Please help me.

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    • K. Tamphasana devi

      Dear DoctorI have ring worm form 1 month till today.I don’t understand how to treat my ring worm with serve boila plz help me

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      • K.

        Dr. Greene says, “The treatment for ringworm is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole or clotrimazole. Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription. Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms can one guarantee eradication.”

        Can you go to a pharmacy and ask for miconazole or clotrimazole or the antifungal cream your pharmacist recommends?

        Best, @MsGreene
        Co-founder & Executive Producer DrGreene.com, Mom
        Note: I answer a lot of questions on DrGreene.com, I am the co-founder of DrGreene.com, Dr. Greene’s business partner, but I am a not doctor. Please keep that in mind when reading my comments and replies.

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  37. Shyam narayan

    Sir please help me. I am trouble from Ringworm. Many types medicine uses. Exp-Ketoconazole,itraconazole,fluconazole,Terbinafine. Tec

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  38. santhosh

    i have a leg&hand ringworm how i can solve my problem please tell me

    thanks

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    • Santhhosh,

      Here are Dr. Greene’s suggestions:

      The treatment for ringworm is one of the many effective topical antifungal creams, such as miconazole (Tinactin) or clotrimazole (Lotrimin). Several of these antifungal creams are now available without a prescription. Treatment may require several weeks. Only by treating for at least one week after the resolution of symptoms (and for a total of at least 4 weeks) can one guarantee eradication. (Pets can be treated with the same medicines, but this is difficult, since they often don’t get a rash with their infections.

      Best,
      @MsGreene

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  39. Ashish Jaiswal

    Hlw Doctor,

    I am suffering from ringworm since 3 month i am using medicine’s from dr’s advice
    but there is no result please give me the solution to finish this one I am so upset about this I am not getting sleep properly because of itching. Pls suggest me better medicine nd cream pls doctor.

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    • Michelle

      I have had ringworm for almost 5 months. Just started using Lotrimin. How long does it take before it clears. I can’t sleep at night due to the itching. I think I caught it from my cousins dog while caring for it. Even worse, I passed it on to my daughter. She washes it off when I’m not seeing. How long does it take to see results?? I’m going on almost 5 months with ringworm. My daughter for almost a month with ringworm

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      • Hi Michelle,

        So sorry about your (and your daughter’s) situation. Dr. Greene says:

        “Without treatment, most cases of ringworm would disappear on their own within several months, but they can become chronic.
        Ringworm symptoms usually disappear quickly with treatment, but the treatment should be continued for two to four weeks to eliminate all of the fungus.”

        I hope that’s helpful,
        @MsGreene

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        • Michelle

          Thanks.. Dr.. My conditioned worsened it spread to the upper top of my bikini line. I’m getting fever, chills, unbearable itching. The part on the bikini line is swollen purplish, and blood looking all around it. I’m here at the hospital. I just need relieve. Been using Tinactin Cream. Washed all the bed sheets, clothes. So no one else catches it. My daughter puts on the Tinactin Cream, but then washes it off. She says, the itching is not that bad. Unfortunately for me it is. Any suggestions to explain to my 15 yr old daughter how important it is to leave Tinactin Cream on?? I hope they can help me at this hospital today..,

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      • Rafael

        Hi there, I have a ringworm and just wanted to check if you have got rid of yours?

        If you could just let me know how did you get rid of it would be great:)

        Cheers

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  40. Randa Pama

    A lot of thanks for each of your work on this web page. Ellie really likes conducting research and it is obvious why. Most people hear all of the powerful tactic you give reliable solutions on this website and attract participation from other individuals about this area and our own daughter is actually being taught a lot of things. Take advantage of the remaining portion of the year. Your doing a splendid job.

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  41. Gopi

    I’m suffering from ringworm since 5years plzzzz help me doctor

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      Dear Gopi: Besides using the Tinactin or Lotrimin cream, (1) make sure to gently exfoliate the skin daily with a washcloth in the shower using a soap containing Tea Tree Oil, grapefruit seed oil, or other essential oils. Trader Joe’s has a good (& cheap) citrus body wash. Use a clean washcloth each time, and launder linens frequently.
      (2) Fight it from the inside by boosting your immune system! Vitamin C, echinacea and zinc are helpful (always take zinc with food). Eating fresh whole unprocessed food, getting more sleep & doing moderate exercise outside all boost immunity too. (3) To build up your skin’s protective barrier, get plenty of A,C,E, zinc and B vitamins (esp. B3/niacin, B5/pantothenic acid, & B7/biotin). Wishing you great health.
      P.S. You might want to rotate the ointments you use. There is an inexpensive ointment that is non-toxic yet effective, called Derman, available on Amazon. It is for athlete’s foot, jock itch, and other forms of ringworm that are not on the scalp or nails.

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  42. suraj

    Hello sir, i’m suraj nd i suffered ringworm from 5 yr . it soo much harm on my private part (v shap) nd i have many treatment do bt which medician work 2 or 3 day bt i can not free from this ringworm soo plzzz sir help me..??

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    • Jatin

      After washing the places use Terbinaforce 2-3 times daily.

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  43. Big guy

    Nothing works !!! Doctors didn’t help I can’t afford $200 pulse medication what’s a pill for me since I had it for 8 years now

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    • Diago

      Sir i got ringworm from last 9 months till date it is not recovered.I tried many ointments and tablets went to many doctors but no result.I get alot of itching and it is spreaded to most parts of my body. Please help me to recover soon

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  44. Mohammed Danish

    Hi doc
    I am suffering from ringworm since 3 month i am using medicine’s from dr’s advice
    but there is no result please give me the solution to finish this one I am so upset about this I am not getting sleep properly because of itching

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  45. Southern

    If it is bad nothing works but the pills from doc. Seriously. I ghost ave BBC autoimmune diseases, and noone knew what it was. Till I started researching. Then kept asking. I thought I was losing my mind. I had so much swelling in the soft tissue of my head. A doc said by ct that it was staph. No labs. But truth be known it was probably a underlying infection.I could walk straight. I am second month on pills. It is going away slowing. I cut all my hair off so docs could see it. I also know garlic kicks it’s butt. I used galic coves. Cut them up laid them all over. It may smell bad. But hey if you want to get better. ;) Also apple cider with water in shower. Love this stuff. I am however finding it hard to get family treatment. Nobody thinks they have tiny little spores of fungus in them. People it is every where. I feel like giving up. I can not go through this again. Ideas? I clean every day. Please help!! I even had the doc print off education. They don’t care cause it doesn’t itch them. Carriers people I love my family but exhausted. Thanks hope I helped too.

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  46. Anne

    Sir
    I am 21 years old and have been suffering from ringworm from the last 9 months. At first I thought it was a mild irritation but it started getting bigger in round shape with the edge severed so I bought one ointment and apply over the affected area but that doesn’t work at all. So I tried all kinds of antifungal ointment suggested by some friends and colleagues. Also one such friends suggested me to take one pill called Canditral 150 mg…I tried that too but the cure didn’t last long and since then it looks like it has worsen now it has spread like over most on my body like my right leg calf both back and front, the area between both my thighs, between my buttocks, my waist line, my left underarms and shoulders.
    Please help me…I am sick of this and had to struggle with the itches and irritation specially outside the public place.

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    • Karthik

      Hi sir
      I got ring warm in three places left elbow , right armpit , right leg calf . I have been suffering from 45 days .it itself coming and going I used tablet for two times for 3 days and one ointment . Plz tell me how to cure this . I will be waiting for your message sir .

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      • Karthik

        I’m 20 years old
        The tablet I used is fulka-150mg and ointment is candid-b

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    • Destiny

      Defense soap, itll be gone in 1-2 weeks, also, taking garlic pill vitamins and Kale vitamin, yes kale, its hard to find but its well worth it.

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    • Marla

      You need to buy virgin coconut oil and tea tree oil. Apply it 2 times a day and take showers in the gold dial. When the itching and pinching starts to get intens that’s a good sign. Don’t stop treatment, the ring worm fungus is beginning to die off. You should start to see results after the 3 or 4 days. Stay strong and don’t give up.

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      • sanket

        where i can buy this oil? waht exactly name of those oil ? its goes permenatly?

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  47. Amy

    Hi Dr. I got ringworm when I was a teenager and I applied some ointment which my mother uses for her ringworm I don’t remember the name anymore and it went away but keeps on coming back every summer sometimes even in winter and a pharmacist suggest me to use terbinafine and I used it for 4-5 years everytime the ringworm shows up and it will go away but this time it’s getting worse and spreading to many areas also I started getting very small blisters all over my arms and buttocks so I stopped terbinafine and applied bleach but not helping.I m also under treatment for pigmentation and I am applying glycolic acid and kojic acid so is this the reason m getting blisters? I really need help to get rid of this ringworm. Thanks Amy

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  48. Sarafrye

    I have taken Griseofulvin 250mg from Internationaldrugmart website for my ringworm. After two days I have seen a noticeable change.

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  49. Patrick

    I’m 21 years old male. I have been suffering from ringworm almost 3 years now. I also visited dermatologist in which he prescribed me kitoconazole cream, tablet and powders,
    I aslo took moconazole, terbinafine, fourderm etc, tried treating with organic coconut oil,by bleaching, pasting with baking soda on the affected area. But none of them work. I have tried all the best I can, applied all the best advices I got. Now m hopeless, pain but still fighting for it.

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    • Vaibhav Sharma

      Dear Mr. Patrick,

      The same situation is here… i’m also continuously fighting with this problem.. Here I have so many Ringworms on my thighs.. And I have to face the irritation… I already used so many treatment prescribed by the dermatologists. but the situation is still as usual.
      Please help !!!

      Regards
      Vaibhav Sharma

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      • Lisa

        If you can, cover the ringworm and 1cm around with clear nail varnish. Apparently the fungus needs oxygen to survive. I have used nail varnish on legs and arms with great success.

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  50. Gibrilla akim sesay

    I have facing clothes what is the appropriate medicine to be used to cure it fastly

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  51. roopa

    hi sir,
    iam sufferring from fungal infection since 1 year,i tried many medicines but after stoping using medicines again im getting back the infection,so please predict me the permenant solution.

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  52. ALEX

    Sir i am suffering ringworm from last 8 month.. i used so many medicine and cream but not get rid of it.

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  53. Falling_safe

    Hi so I got ringworm and I started using the topical cream immediately and at first it got better but now it is bigger and redder I have been using the cream as directed (clean dry skin apply twice a day) i don’t know what to do the fungus is on my inner calf

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  54. Padam Lama

    I am suffering from ringworm severely since 8 months and i took all medicines it isn’t working sir please provide me ideas to cure it sir.
    Thanks…

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    • mayank pandey

      Sir i am suffering ringworm from last 8 month.. i used so many medicine and cream but not get rid of it.
      Cream like terbinfine dermiken candid gold walderm panderm dk gel chitomes sf .. and pils also like fulaknozole intracazole and so on but no improvent.. so plzz suggest me best remdii sir

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  55. Padam Lama

    Dear sir!

    I am from Nepal sir and i am suffering from ringworm since 8 months and still am severely sufffering from it. And I took medicines and creams on skin but it is not working. please sir do kind to me and post me some ideas to cure it.
    Thanks.

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  56. Ali

    Hello I am 24 years old and my ringworm appears 3rd time in last six month what to do to solve them permanatly?

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    • sarika

      hii,, if its possible please try to use this trick. it worked for me . whatever antifungal creams you have, or if you dont have , please buy any 4 best creams and then take every cream on your finger (pea sized), mix them well, and apply thrice in a day…and at night , apply the cream and bandage the affected area (only at night) and remove at morning…. see the result in 4 day… it really works frnzz.. atleast it worked for me. i used ” ring gaurd , candid-b , b-tex , micoprox creams all together by mixing… please take doctors advice .. ;

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  57. richard hmar

    Am now 18 years old boy i got this ringworm last year at the school camping from my friend,i applied more of medicine taking stripe ,appling cream ,using another soap.. but till now it still growing and cant stop….. almost all my body is cover with…. even my face… please if anyone can tell me the cure of this….

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  58. Achem

    Hi Dr
    I was infected by ringworm when I! was just 12 years old and still iam suffering. I have applied more than dozens of medicine but still it goes away for some time and comes back as soon as I stop applying it. I need to get rid of this please suggest me something a sophisticated way out.
    Thank you!

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  59. Pranav patel

    Sir,My self pranav patel,Age- 21 years,Ihave a ringworm on whole of my body since 5 month and itching to much mostly at night, I have treated by many doctors but seen no good result.I have already used terbinafine hydrochloride,ofloxacin,ornidazole andclobetasol propionate cream and clobetasol propionate,neomycin sulphate,miconazole nitrate and chlorhexidine gluconate cream n one tablet fluconazole tablets ones in a week….so doctor please suggest me what should i do now

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  60. vedant kharje

    sir i am from india i too have ring worms they r too many on my body how can i remove them my family is to geting infected coz of it

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  61. abhiram

    sir I am affected from jock itch and ringworm both severely for 3months I have already used nearly 10 different kinds ointment, but it’s not healing. Pllzzz plzzzz help me. …………………………

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    • Person people

      Apply selsun shampoo to affected area twice daily. Sounds mad but my 17 year old son has had it for 18 months, tried every cream, even an oral medication from docs no avail, finally found something that is working. Hope it helps someone else too!

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      • Mintu sonowal

        i am suffering frm Ringworm i tried almost everything my family also getting infected because of it. day by day it increasing. please help

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      • stephanie

        is that the Selsun with Selenium or Zinc or both?

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    • Person people

      Apply selsun shampoo to the affected area twice daily. After over a year thus has finally worked for my son.

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  62. talak bahadur gautam

    Dear doctor,
    l am 35 years old it started about 1 years back my her scalp it looks like dandruff that is very itchy and hard as well is bleeds when she scratched I check doctor doctor they gave fluconazole & ketaconazole it stopped but 15 day after returned again I need help desperately please help

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  63. Er D S Dabi

    hello sir
    from the last two year I’m suffering from fungal infection at my private means V of legs and on penis. sir i have uses number of anti-fungal creams but initially some creams works than sane problem. i have taken treatment for these problem but same initially work after that over.

    now sir what should i have to do?

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  64. sonia

    sir
    i am suffering from ring worm about a year
    when i take medicine they gone but after leaving
    the become active again
    plzz help me sir

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  65. Sangeeta

    Dear Doctor
    I have a younger sister she is about 16 years old. It started about 2 years back. She has this patches on her scalp it looks like dandruff that is stuck there…very itchy and hard as well it bleeds when she scratches. I took her to a doctor they gave fluconazole and antibiotics also a shampoo that has ketoconazole ..and anti fungal cream.. It stopped for 2 weeks and returned again..we changed the doctor this new doctor gave her griseofulvin and anti fungal cream.. But no change it is still there…I scratch it off for her every weekend and apply an anti fungal cream…though it’s not at all helpful I cannot see her suffering like this.. I need help desperately…plz helppp

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    • Lilia

      Hi, my children 7 and 3 recently have gotten ringworm both on scalp and entire body its been 3 weeks now and the body lesions are healing and almost completely gone. the scalp on my son was treated at same time as body and are healing quite well and not getting any larger. when i first found out what this was on them i freaked out
      Ring worm as you know is a PAIN!!! here is what i did and it is working great!
      1: strip beds ALL bedding, pillows, stuffed animals, carpet, draperies must be cleaned.
      2: apply anti fungal cream 2 times a day all over (like lotion). i found some at walmart Pro-ex clotrimaxole cream $.88 and has all the same ingredients as name brand.
      3. buy tea tree oil and add a little into your shampoo and use daily
      ***4. buy whole garlic and coconut oil. take a clove smash into 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and smash well keep in a jar of some sort it will stink. apply to scalp 2x a day morning and night. ( does miracles) . reg topical ointment does not penetrate scalp but garlic does and coconut oil is a natural anti fungal.
      5. be consistant , this is a beast it will spread if you let your guard down.
      6. wash pillow cases everyday or change. you can continue to be reinfected if it is in your bedding

      good luck !

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  66. Udhaya

    Iam not cure pls sugges idea

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  67. Udhaya

    No medicine can achive these. But the detoul was cure the disease pls use that. But iam not cure beacause iam affected by this deaseas very. Thank u

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  68. KittyP

    I have ringworm on my hand since 12years ago when I started doing household work. It started on my right hand.1st on little finger and later with the next 3fingrs and back of hand now it still happen sometimes but not very serious as before. Later on watch worn (left and right wrist), but now it gone. Last 4-5year started on thigh and still here and look like eczema. My skin seem so sensitive and easy to be itchy if I wear long tight clothes whole day, clean dishes or wash clothes. Can anyone kindly share me how to completely cure it forever? I’m a contact lenses user for 3-4years and I use them everyday. My contact lenses are always 1year disposable. So, is it possible that eczema or ringworm spread to my eyes? Which parts? Such as eyeballs or eyelids…. etc. what kind of illness can cause to eyes by these 2skin illnesses?

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    • KittyP

      Around 6months now. I also have itchy only my leg, it turn black and a bit callous. I also found middle finger of the foot callous, itchy and rubbed, but just few months it gone. I wonder can tinea and eczema cure completely, how? Can these 2illnesses spread to other parts of body and other people like my children. Please kindly answer all my questions in details. Thanks you.

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  69. kiaraoi

    sir how the miconazole topical cream healed the ringworm area

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  70. Madison

    I’ve had ringworm really badly on my arms for almost a year now. I’ve used all of the otc creams, an in shower wash, vinegar and salt. None of it has worked. I dont have insurance so I can’t afford to go to the doctor. Any at home treatments that would work?

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    • kristina

      I do not have insurance either. It cost me about $60 to see the doc and about $20 for the prescription. A tube of anti fungal creme is less than $20.

      Ive had to refill my prescription twice and bought 3 tubes of creme…. about $150 jus to treat ringworm which I have had for 4 months!

      STILL NOT DONE UGH

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    • roxy

      The best remedy for me is use the jamaican blue soap. I like the bottle one. I take a little and dab it on the affected area after bathing.

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    • Biohazard

      I have had ring worm for a few months now on my chest and tops of legs. I have used all the creams available and none of them touched it. Now I’m using clear nail varnish as I read some where this will suffocate the infection and it will die after 3 days. I have seen a dramatic change. It’s working not only that there’s much less risk of it spreading as its sealed under the nail varnish (has to be clear nail varnish).

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    • Person people

      Apply selsun shampoo to the affected area twice daily

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  71. Jyoti thakral

    Sir my husband suffer hand ringworm last 4-5 year plz sugges treatment

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  72. Adesola Taiwo

    Thank you Dr. Greene for sharing this piece with us. And Anonymous, please kindly read the article again. He emphasized the fact that ringworm is a fungus and not a worm. Thanks.

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    • saiar khatun

      Sir I’m very tired for my ring worm on my face. What can I do for my face?

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  73. Anonymous

    Im sorry, but whoever this doctor is, is a … quack. Ringworm is a fungus, not a god damn worm…This site lost all credibilty.

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    • Thanks for your comment. Dr. Greene took a second look and realized that readers have to read past the fourth paragraph to get beyond the historical (incorrect) diagnosis. He’s added Subheadings to make it easier for the reader who’s scanning the text, as many readers do these days.

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    • Asf

      Hi, you haven’t read the whole article, the doctor was talking about what people thought when it was first discovered. He goes on to state it’s not caused by a worm…please read the full article

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  74. pankaj joshi

    age 26 i am suffering from ringworm at neck abdomin thigh and skin rashes at groin area since last 1 year i have used tab terbinafin and fluconazole oint miconazole it subside for some time and after some time it again group

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  75. Malloc

    Hello guys.. Im also suffered from ringworm.. But a drug call itraconazol with 100mg power is very use for treatment of ringwarm..

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  76. Beth

    Thank you for conducting a forum free of charge!! I think it’s awesome that I could look up treatment for ring worm and find an unbiased and very explanatory professional to give me direction. You are so much better than mednet or web dr, and get extra points for your compassion. Thanks again!!, B

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  77. dani

    I noticed on my husbands buttocks a almost perfect ring circling both butt cheeks..one huge circle.. Its almost like he sat on a hot bucket and got burned which he didn’t do. Could this be ringworm?

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  78. Prashant

    Hi Dr.

    I am suffering from ring worm since long between my thighs sometimes even on private part, on butt and on feet, too (between the fingers and also on top). It has an alternate process through which it grows and terminates automatically, but is spreading quickly over the thigh. It spreads in circles. Please suggest any permanent solution to this irritating disease.

    Thank you
    Prashant

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    • Aubrey

      I also have the same problem between my thighs for years now and its starting on my hands and arms aswell.Ive been to several Doctors but none of the ointments were helpfull.I also need advice on how to treat this and get rid of it for good please.Thank you.

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  79. Timea

    I had the same problem on my hand a few years ago. It`s important to stay informed… Thank Dr. Greene for the post. For those of you who want a few more info, I would recommend also watching some videos on the subject…
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGcgcLwEcl4

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  80. Nana Ama Acquah

    Hello, am a 24 year old female and I have had ringworm infection since I was 19. The infection is recurrent and on the same spots. I have them on my thighs and my buttocks and sometimes on my arms but its always on the same spot. I have tried both oral and topical drug combinations but to no avail. The recent prescription I got is Terbinafine but I really am not optimistic about getting it because nothing seems to work. Please help me find a solution to this problem as I am really worried about my situation.

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  81. kgomotso

    Hi, I have a 6year baby boy. he has a worm on his head and is painful. it become swallowing so I don’t know what to do please.

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  82. David

    Can new signs of infection appear during oral treatment of ringworm?

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  83. sarath

    i am affected by ringworm between my thighs for more than a year. It had increased day by day.
    please help me to cure it.

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  84. Alex

    I would literally place a burned metal right where they are building their fv***n base if i have no other choice yea.

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  85. rebecca

    Hi, my name is Rebecca. I have a ringworm in my HEAD that is making me lose my hair. I’m 26 years old with 4 kids and one on the way. I just keep trying to be a healthy mother and move on from this. It seems it’s getting worse. Is there anything I can take for this?

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    • Chels

      Try Davis Miconasole antifungal pet shampoo on your scalp and find an antifungal cleaner / sanitizer that you feel comfortable spraying every surface of your house with bc fungus spreads like wild fire. Especially in dark damp places. I’ve even read that ringworm can live in your carpet up to 2 years but most importantly……treat any and all pets too. It can take weeks to cure completely so patience is a virtue. I’m no expert and definitely cannot guarantee anything. I’m 26 also and I bought a puppy clueless of what ringworms even were and it took me almost a year to figure out what worked for me so I’m happy to share that I found almost every doctor prescribed threaten useless while the pet treatment showed positive results the first week. Good luck!

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      • Do you know what’s inside Davis Miconasole antifunal pet shampoo? Is it safe for human use? I’m just wondering if it works so well because it uses a toxic chemical that isn’t approved for human use. NOTE: I’m not a doctor. Just curious.

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  86. Isha seth

    Hii Dr. I am a 23 yr old female. I am suffering from ringworms from last 1 year. I almost tried all the medicines but its of no issue. The effect is just for a day. I am getting married this month. Plzzz give me a solution what should I do. Please

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  87. Deena

    It has been confirmed by my vet that a kitten I found has ringworm. I have contracted the ringworm from this kitten. I went to the ER and they diagnosed it as Scabies and treated me with a shot of prednisone. The vet then said ringworm and that I should begin treating it with antifungal creams. With no relief in site, I sought help at an urgent care center, who stated that they thought it was poison ivy. Then they thought because of the prednisone shot, it may have acted as a fertilizer and let the ringworm get carried away. Since the first outbreak on the 20th, I am still seeing new bumps everyday but it has slowed down a bit. I work with the public and have to handle money and chips on a daily basis with the customers. I work in close proximity with the customers and other employees. What are the chances of spreading this to those around me, whether direct contact or indirect through money and chips.

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    • sabrinajo

      It looks funny but keep a big box of pretty thiker made cheap plastic disposable gloves on you,in a fannie pack maybe or just a bunch in your clean pockets. Change your gloves every time your hands come into direct contact with infection and or anytime you go to prolongly interact with customers like taking change. It will seriously Help prevent spreading to others.

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  88. elmalouw

    How do I get this treatment? My face is just getting the worst marks all over it. It looks bad.

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  89. bella

    I have learned over the years (which may sound nasty), but it works if you use some of your own urine. I guess the acid in your urine kills the fungi. It really works.

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  90. Richard

    Hi doc, my ringworm started a few years back but has recently gone away. My girlfriend of only 7 months now has a bad case of ringworm. Doctors have prescribed creams but they have not been successful. Please help it seems to be getting worse and has spread over body. Thanks

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    • sally

      Hi my best friend has ringworm in multiple places. I bought her lotrimin and she said her doctor prescribed her something else. I want to be a good friend. What should she use?

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  91. subham

    Sir,My self Subham lohia,Age- 20 years,I have a ringworm on whole of my body since 5 month and itching to much mostly at night, I have treated by many doctors but seen no good result.I have already used terbinafine hydrochloride,ofloxacin,ornidazole andclobetasol propionate cream and clobetasol propionate,neomycin sulphate,miconazole nitrate and chlorhexidine gluconate cream n one tablet fluconazole tablets ones in a week….so doctor please suggest me what should i do now

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    • CHRIS

      Ask your doctor to test for scabies. Often misdiagnosed as eczema.

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  92. Desiree

    Hi, I have been using two prescription creams for almost two months and the “ringworm” has not changed a bit. Is this really ringworm or something else? From the pictures I have seen it doesn’t quite match. Mine is more a “C” shape, doesn’t itch much, and there is no scaly skin. It is on my right hand thumb and middle finger. It hasn’t changed in shape, size or spread elsewhere. It is embarrassing when people notice it and ask questions. What should I ask my doctor?

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  93. Deborah

    My 11 yrs old boy has been on this ringworm issues for 5 yrs now. I have used different cream on it yet it clears and still comes back. It is on the eye now. I have been to the hospital yet no solution. What do I do ? It is on his body now.

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  94. Maria

    Hi Dr. I really need your help. I have a 4 year old who got ringworms from a street cat. Her body cleared up but then I noticed she had 4 in her head. Her doctor only prescribed shampoo and a cream. I’ve been reading that it is not enough and needs oral medication, but he did not want to prescribed that. Should I be worried? Is what he gave me not enough?

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  95. Tom

    Doc I need help? The first ringworm I had was several years ago and the doctor I was seeing then did not know much about it so he looked it up in a big book. The treatment was to take some pills for women yeast infection. It had a starter dose and then one pill a week for six weeks and it cleared it up no problem. Now that the doctor has moved out of town and I can’t see him. I have a large ringworm on my leg and others on my butt . The doctor I see now says use LAMISIL cream so I did for three months and no help as they got bigger. The next visit he says to try LAMISIL pills for two weeks. No help. Now he wants me to try a prescription cream (Hyrocortisone cream 2.5%) four times a day. Do you know had hard to come in and drop your pants four times a day to apply cream.
    Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
    Thanks Tom.

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    • sabrinajo

      I have had “diagnosed wringworm” with same problums reiquring patches ,that got better from topical cream and made me think healed it but then would come back same place or nearly as before. I believe never really fully went away except now all the sudden i have severe threadworm infection showing in my mouth have him tested for other parasitic intestinal worms and Or yeast infection.

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  96. Joe

    Hi I believe that I have ringworm. Until recently doctors couldn’t detect exactly what’s going on, but around April of 2014 it was a tiny dot just under the size of a dime on my right cheek and progressively throughout the month. It has grown to be the size of about 3 quarters (awkwardly). But it has also spread to the beginning of my scalp across my lining, at the starts of my eyebrows, on both sides of my nose and and now I see that same dot that I had last year of April on my opposite cheek and it’s really getting to me now. My confidence was holding up pretty good, but the more and more it grows the more hopeless I become. Please help me out Doc. I don’t know what to do.

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      Holy crap ok i have a feels like perminaint dot on my cheek same place but only about the size of a dime but i also have”I have had “diagnosed wringworm” with same problums reiquring patches ,that got better from topical cream and made me think healed it but then would come back same place or nearly as before. I believe never really fully went away except now all the sudden i have severe threadworm infection showing in my mouth have tested for other parasitic intestinal worms and Or yeast infection. ….. for real . That maks me wonder. Why the cheeks. ??

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    • Tolluy

      I have the same problem except that mine has been affecting me for about 15 years now. Mine started as something that looks like dandruff on my scalp. It was mild at the beginning. Now I have it on both sides of my nose, my eyebrows, and by the side of my mouth. I have tried some traditional medication but it’s not giving me the desired result. I desperately need help as I want a total cure.

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  97. patrick

    Hi Doc. I have a problem with ringworm on my buttocks the upper cheek and it’s the third time, so I don’t know what to do.

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  98. Arpita Mohanti

    I m 25 years old and facing this tinea infection problem for the last year on my intimate area. It’s being very irritating and growing day by day. I want a permanent solution. Please help me out. I will be very thankful.

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  99. patience temah

    Please I need help. I have a ten years old adopted son in Africa whom I have been taking care of from birth. He has this fungal infections on the head for five years. The it has not responded to the treatment he has been having. He still suffers. Please I need an effective treatment for him. Please help, please Dr Greene.

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    • Anon

      For an over-the-counter remedy for ringworm in your hair, try Selsun Blue shampoo, or any other shampoo with selenium sulfide as the active ingredient. It works slowly, but will help get rid of fungal scalp infections. You should also try taking your son to a different doctor, if your present doctor is not helping you. But do try the Selsun Blue. I caught ringworm in my scalp from some kittens we were raising, and this shampoo got rid of it. Best of luck!

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  100. Michaela

    I have a ringworm on my arm. How do I get rid of it? And I need it gone fast my dance is on Saturday

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    • Larry

      I have a ringworm on my arm. How do I get rid of it?

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  101. Liz

    Dr, I have ringworm. I been applying Ketaconozole cream 3 times at day for 6 weeks and drinking one pill of flu console 150 mg for 5 weeks. aI still have it. I don’t have insurance right now. What should I do?

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  102. Sunita Gurung

    Dear doctor,

    I have a severe problem of itchiness above my thighs and under my buttocks areas. There are red spots like ringworms and are very itchy. I have treated it with several medicines like sonaderm and terbiderm but the spots disappears for few days and apprears back again. Please help me cure this disease suggesting some best medicines. Hoping for your positive response.

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  103. Annie

    i have a cluster of red holes on my breast. They are itchy and are eating a hole through my skin. They have been there for 2 weeks. Also I have pimple like holes on my bottom cheeks. They don’t itch but nothing is in them. I will pick them and they just leave scares and will not go away. What do you think this is ??

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    • MAC

      Please go to an oncologist. That sounds like a type of breast cancer that my mom had.

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    • unknown

      I think you might have mellestum contaigissum. I’m not sure how to spell it, but my little sister and brother are just getting rid of it.

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  104. Mr Fixit

    Can a heat rash turn into ring worm

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