Question 1

is it possible to get ring worm in your vagina?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

is it possible to get ring worm on your vagina area?

Accepted Answer

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 copious sweating, and the source of the infecting fungus is usually the patient's own tinea pedis or athlete 's foot.

Question 3

i have a ring worm on the side of my lip on my vagina can u let me know what to use to get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

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 a week of treatment, see your doctor. You may consult this site for info on this topic:
http://www.cdc.gov/fungal/diseases/ringworm/treatment.html
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 4

hi i think i have a ring worm on the side of my lip on my vagina what can i use to get rid of it and what causes it to get there?

Accepted Answer

Topical antifungal: Ringworm, so named but the appearance of the rash.  Usually a raised red border with flat center.  This is caused by a fungus.  Usually transmission is close contact with a person with a fungal infection.  You can use antifungal cream on the area.  A safe choice would be a cream used for "Jock Itch" or a cream that comes in the package for a Yeast Infection.  Using these creams once or twice a day

Question 5

can ring worm be inside vagina?

Accepted Answer

No: Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It does not affect the vagina.

Question 6

what can i get for a ring worm?

Accepted Answer

Lamisil (terbinafine): Lamisil (terbinafine) is commonly used for ringworm.

Question 7

how does a person get ring worm ?

Accepted Answer

Contact: Ringworm (tinea corporis) is a fungal infection of the superficial layers of the skin.  One comes in contact with the fungus, it breaks the barrier of the skin and then begins to grow and spread.  Similar infections are athlete's foot, tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp) and other fungal infections.  Can be treated usually with otc terbinefine for at least two weeks but may require more or oral.

Question 8

what are some over the counter meds i can get for ring worm?

Accepted Answer

A couple: Clotrimazole and topical Terbinafine would be common OTC anti fungal creams.

Question 9

can i kiss my boyfriend when he has ring worm or can i get it to ?

Accepted Answer

: would avoid coming in contact with the lesion. Ring worm is a skin fungus infection that responds very well to topical treatment. Since it may be  spread to another person via direct contact, try to avoid the specific area where it is located, and have him be treated by his dermatologist for this infection

Question 10

why do i get more ring worm spots in the winter than in the summer?

Accepted Answer

RINGWORM SPOTS: These may not be ringworm. It may be a harmless condition called tinea versicolor. Without seeing i couldn't be sure. Do see a dermatologist.

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