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can a female get ringworm in her vagina
A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Morris Westfried answered
46 years experience Dermatology
Outside: She can get ringworm on the outer skin but a yeast infection inside. It is less common than in men. Women are more prone to yeast infections rather th ... Read More
Dr. Donald Shenenberger answered
25 years experience Dermatology
Vaginitis: Well, women can get fungal infections of the vagina. This is caused by a yeast called candida. Technically it is not "ringworm" but it is a fungal inf ... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Ronald De la Pena answered
30 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: It is a fungal infection, and can involve any part of skin on your body.
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A 37-year-old male asked:
Dr. David Barrere answered
9 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
See below: Ringworm is a skin yeast, not a worm. If you mean pinworm they typically in the intestine and around the rectum.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Joel Gallant answered
36 years experience Infectious Disease
No: Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It does not affect mucous membranes, which line the vagina.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Peter Baumann answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Treat locally: Vaginal yeast infections and ringworm are both fungal infections. While vaginal yeast infections can be treated effectively with tablets by mouth or c ... Read More
A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Christopher Cirino answered
23 years experience Infectious Disease
Usually yeast: If a labial fungal infection were to occur, it is usually yeast (Candidia species). These can occur after antibiotic exposure or wear tight, nonbreat ... Read More
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. James Ferguson answered
46 years experience Pediatrics
No: The germs involved do not find the vaginal tissue a proper food source.You can, however, get yeast that may thrive in that setting.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Sparacino answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
Yes: Similar infections are possible.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Henry Garcia answered
9 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Tinea , or fungal, infections around the vulva or in the crural fold can occur. The disease often begins after physical activity that results in copio ... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered
49 years experience Pathology
Over the counter: Over the counter treatments are generally quite effective and you may get one from your pharmacy without a prescription. If it does not go away after ... Read More
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