Question 1

what is kerion?

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Fungus: Kerion areas are caused by a fungus, similar to the fungus that causes ringworm.

Question 2

what causes kerion sores on my sons head?

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Fungus: Kerion areas are caused by a fungus, similar to the fungus that causes ringworm.

Question 3

tell me what does kerion on the scalp look like?

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Inflammed,swelling,: Raised tender with pus on top. This is deep infection with bacteria and probable fungus. Requires treatment with combination of oral antibiotics and antifungal drugs.

Question 4

could you tell me what kerion on the scalp looks like?

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Complex: usually, kerion looks like a deeply inflamed crusted plaque with overlying hairloss and crusting

Question 5

my daughter is currently on week 5 of 8 of fluconazole for ringworm and kerions, there's little to no improvement, should i be doing anything else?

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Treatment failure: I'd say that if you are seeing zero improvement in symptoms after 6 weeks of treatment that its time for a re-evaluation of your medications, doses and original diagnosis. Good luck!

Question 6

my son , 2 yrs had kerion and is cured . hair regrowth is seen. doctor has asked to use a drop of chymotra  twice daily for better results. is it safe

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Rogaine (minoxidil) indications: The safety and efficacy of this product for use in children has not been established.

Question 7

am i dying?

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Yes: Yes, we are all in the process of dying, only the rate of change is unknown

Question 8

am i dying?

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We all are: A 3-word question with no details... well, life is short on Earth, regardless of whether a person lives 3 days, 3000 days, or 30,000 days. It is not length of one's life that matters, but the quality of the life lived. The goal is not to live a long life, but to live a good life. Even if a person makes it all the way to age 82, that's only 30,000 days.

Question 9

im a nurse?

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Symptoms:  Because you are a medical care provider, it is especially important for you to quarantine and get tested before interacting with patients. COVID 19 infection is possible. Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher if you have at least 2 of these sx’s: temp of at least 99.6, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell.

Question 10

i have cold?

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Maybe: Based upon the information you&#x27;ve given, one could conclude
that indeed you have a cold because, why would someone pose the question if they were not experiencing symptoms commonly associated with a cold.  On the other hand, one could argue, &quot;how can you conclude a person has a cold when they haven&#x27;t divulged any of their symptoms!&quot;  so, help us by providing a few details.

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My daughter is currently on week 5 of 8 of fluconazole for ringworm and kerions, there's little to no improvement, should i be doing anything else?

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My son , 2 yrs had kerion and is cured . hair regrowth is seen. doctor has asked to use a drop of chymotra twice daily for better results. is it safe

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Am i dying?

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