Question 1

how do you know if a ringworm is healing?i had small pimples in my thighs that ended up making a ring shape i have been using anti fungal cream but im not sure if its healing because it has now turned brownish blackish

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Rashes are hard to describe or visualize in words. Not all ring-shaped rashes are skin fungal infections (some are not fungal infections). As a ringworm fungal infection resolves, it levels off with the rest of the skin and feels non-elevated, it returns toward normal skin color, it stops being itchy or weepy or crusty, etc...  An in-person exam can help, or else a video exam with a good camera.

Question 2

what does ringworm look like when it's healing?

Accepted Answer

Tinea corporis: Tinea corporis (ringworm) is a fungal infection of the skin generally characterized (intially) by a red raised round patch, followed by central clearing and an advancing border.  Treatment is with topical antifungals.     Healing lesions are usually brown and dry, and with time should assume the color of the surrounding skin.  Moisturizing may help it normalize faster.

Question 3

if ringworm is drying, does it mean it's healing?

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Yes: While the infection heals, the area in question will begin to dry up and the redness will subside. It is not uncommon for skin to flake and peel as it heals. The itching will gradually lessen until it goes away completely and skin will return to its normal coloring.

Question 4

what are the signs of healing ringworm spots?

Accepted Answer

Virtually none: Ringworm is a superficial fungal infection and usually does not leave any marks on healing. The expanding ring shaped lesion should disappear.
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. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 5

what is the treatment for ringworm of the body?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine: This is now cheap and very safe. Also consider why you have it. You may have an immune deficiency. You may have contacted an infected person or animal. Usual dose is 250 mg pill once a day for 10 days.

Question 6

ringworm treatment while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Topical Antifungal: Topical antifungal medication your safest choice.

Question 7

does itching mean ringworm is healing?

Accepted Answer

Itching = Healing: When our bodies sustain an injury, the immediate response is inflammation (red, hot, tender swelling). This is the body bringing healing factors to the area and also the veins expand to carry bad stuff away.  The nerves in the area respond to this inflammation in varying intensity as things heal from pain to itching and possibly with numbness.  This is a normal part of healing.

Question 8

ringworm keeps recurring even with treatment?

Accepted Answer

Two possibilities...: Either the diagnosis is wrong or the treatment is wrong. Many over-the-counter anti-fungal creams are not effective for ringworm, despite their advertisements. And if it isn't ringworm in the first place, you'll need an entirely different treatment. So see a dermatologist to get a precise diagnosis and treatment.

Question 9

whats is the best oral treatment for ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Antifungal: Ketoconazole comes to mind, but depends on what is available in your country. Check with your pharmacy or Doctor in your country. In the US pharmacies are very helpful in giving patients information about prescription medications and literature.

Question 10

which treatment for ringworm is the very best?

Accepted Answer

Topicals include:: Topical medications for ring worm include:  lamisil, (terbinafine) mycelex, loprox, mentas & econazole.

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