Question 1

Should i visit my dr bc of my ringworm, i have some spots on my neck. will dc prescribe something string to get rid of it? i'm scared it's not treatab

Accepted Answer

Ringworms are treatable and can be eradicated with proper treatment and most of the time only topical treatment is necessary. You have to have the right diagnosis to do so. So go to  your md and get examined and treated.

Question 2

I have this itchy pimples on my neck and scrotum, ringworm like, and they get very itchy at times im not sure if its when its hot or... they are reddish on my neck, i thought it was a spider bite?

Accepted Answer

There are many possible causes for itchy pimples on one's neck and scrotum. They are possibly related but spider bite is not high on the list. Having the PCP or Dermatologist take a look at it might provide quickest diagnosis and treatment

Question 3

I got ringworm on my neck. what causes it?

Accepted Answer

is caused by fungal growth.

Question 4

Can i use monistat cream for my child's ringworm on his neck?

Accepted Answer

was thinking mycostatin--good for yeast but not ringworm.  Monistat is  effective against both

Question 5

I think i have ringworm but i'm not sure. it's on the front of my neck. it looks like pictures i've seen but isn't itchy and not very scaly.

Accepted Answer

Could still be it.  Could be something else as well.  Unless you are immunocompromised a topical anti fungal such as terbinafine or miconazole should work well. Talk with your local pharmacist and use as directed.

Question 6

Have been using ringworm topical over the counter cream on the neck for three weeks with no improvement. can i be prescribed better medication ?

Accepted Answer

You skin condition may not be ringworm if it has not responded to over the counter treatment. May be it is time to see a doctor for an evaluation and proper treatment based on correct diagnosis.
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Question 7

My son has like baby cradle cap at d age of 15 , as well as ringworm like appearance on his neck . very dry scalp and  neck ?

Accepted Answer

The description suggests a scalp fungus. These usually require a lengthy treatment with prescription oral medication. The neck issue may be the same fungus & would respond to the same treatment.

Question 8

2 days ago i discovered a ringworm on the back of my head/neck area.i have been applying lotrimin co1%and the ringworm is turning purple is this good?

Accepted Answer

Blood's getting and staying there as part of the healing process. If you don't have a really good result in two weeks, get seen.

Question 9

I think i have ringworm on my neck and now i am getting raised bumps on my torso, is this a reaction from the fungus?

Accepted Answer

If you do indeed have a fungal infection , commonly referred to as ringworm , you could develop a skin reaction called an "id" reaction.

Question 10

How do i (cost efficiently) correct hyperpigmentation on the neck caused by a ringworm infection that healed 3 months ago?

Accepted Answer

i think I would give it some more time to heal and see if it lightens on its own.  You can get some bleaching agents to do this but they may cause problems with still healing skin.  Time to see a Dermatologist.

How do you get ringworm on your neck

Should i visit my dr bc of my ringworm, i have some spots on my neck. will dc prescribe something string to get rid of it? i'm scared it's not treatab

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I have this itchy pimples on my neck and scrotum, ringworm like, and they get very itchy at times im not sure if its when its hot or... they are reddish on my neck, i thought it was a spider bite?

I got ringworm on my neck. what causes it?

Can i use monistat cream for my child's ringworm on his neck?

I think i have ringworm but i'm not sure. it's on the front of my neck. it looks like pictures i've seen but isn't itchy and not very scaly.

Have been using ringworm topical over the counter cream on the neck for three weeks with no improvement. can i be prescribed better medication ?

My son has like baby cradle cap at d age of 15 , as well as ringworm like appearance on his neck . very dry scalp and neck ?

2 days ago i discovered a ringworm on the back of my head/neck area.i have been applying lotrimin co1%and the ringworm is turning purple is this good?

I think i have ringworm on my neck and now i am getting raised bumps on my torso, is this a reaction from the fungus?

How do i (cost efficiently) correct hyperpigmentation on the neck caused by a ringworm infection that healed 3 months ago?

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