Question 1

found bright red/pink fleshy patch on right breast. thought was ringworm, but no dry scaly skin. rubbed;bled little bit. doesn't itch. what is this?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Without examining this it is impossible to say what it is, but anything that bleeds on your breast should be examined and diagnosed as quickly as possible. Good luck.

Question 2

can miconazole nirate 2% vaginal antifungal cream can be used to treat ringworm on the skin between breasts too?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Miconazole will work on regular skin as well, as long as the rash you are treating really is a ringworm. If it doesn't work, something else is going on, and you should see your doctor or a dermatologist to find out what it is.

Question 3

besides ringworm what kind of rash can cause a red circle with a wart like skin tag on the breast area? it showed up over night

Accepted Answer

Many things: Here is the list - pityriasis rosea, eczema, pyogenic granuloma, etc.  Skin issues are difficult to diagnoses without seeing them - if it persists, seek care.

Question 4

i have a ringworm on my breasts, what can i used to get rid of it? if you know some home remedies that works, what are they?

Accepted Answer

See below: https://www.cdc.gov/fungal/diseases/ringworm/treatment.html
Visit this site for information. If over the counter treatment recommended at this site does not help in a week or so, it would be prudent to see a doctor as it may not be ringworm. Not to scare you, but one type of breast cancer can present with a ringworm like rash.

Question 5

how do you get rid of ringworm on breast areola? i've been using t-tree oil but i don't know if it's working or not.

Accepted Answer

Antifungal: If you have ringworm then you will need an anti fungal medication not Tree oil. Consider a virtual visit with a doctor in your state who can see an image of the skin lesion and prescribe the proper medication.

Question 6

when ringworm on chest will go away?it has been on the skin for 6 days and still itches even if i put clotrimazole on it.

Accepted Answer

Get the cavalry.: Resistant fungal infections might require stronger antifungals or even oral antifungals to make them go away.  Some creams are combo steroids/antifungals which attack the inflammation problem and the fungal problem.  Your doctor can help you with this.  Keep area dry.

Question 7

why ringworm on chest is spreading a little on the surrounding skin even if i use clotrimazole on it for last 5 days since it appeared?

Accepted Answer

Make sure it is it: Sometimes it might take a week or 2 for those lesions to disappear, but make sure you have the correct diagnosis by visiting your primary care doctor.

Question 8

how to wash ringworm on chest?i wash it only with cold water.i dont want it to spread and when i wash,the water from it touches skin around the rash.

Accepted Answer

Wash it: Washing yourself, even with a ring worm area should not spread the infection.

Question 9

what are these ringworm like sores on my skin one appeared about a week ago on my forehead. now they are all over my chest, arms and inner thighs. (not on genitals)

Accepted Answer

This : This is quite a challenge to answer without a picture.  Feel free to read more about ringworm and rashes on the links below.  I would recommend you see a dermatologist for further evaluation.  I hope that helps!

Question 10

how do you get rid of skin tags under the breast?

Accepted Answer

Removal: Surgical removal by snipping them off is the best way.  Most family medicine doctors or other pcps are willing to do this procedure.

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Found bright red/pink fleshy patch on right breast. thought was ringworm, but no dry scaly skin. rubbed;bled little bit. doesn't itch. what is this?

A member asked:

Can miconazole nirate 2% vaginal antifungal cream can be used to treat ringworm on the skin between breasts too?

A member asked:

Besides ringworm what kind of rash can cause a red circle with a wart like skin tag on the breast area? it showed up over night

A member asked:

I have a ringworm on my breasts, what can i used to get rid of it? if you know some home remedies that works, what are they?

A member asked:

How do you get rid of ringworm on breast areola? i've been using t-tree oil but i don't know if it's working or not.

A member asked:

When ringworm on chest will go away?it has been on the skin for 6 days and still itches even if i put clotrimazole on it.

A member asked:

Why ringworm on chest is spreading a little on the surrounding skin even if i use clotrimazole on it for last 5 days since it appeared?

A member asked:

How to wash ringworm on chest?i wash it only with cold water.i dont want it to spread and when i wash,the water from it touches skin around the rash.

A member asked:

What are these ringworm like sores on my skin one appeared about a week ago on my forehead. now they are all over my chest, arms and inner thighs. (not on genitals)

A member asked:

How do you get rid of skin tags under the breast?

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