Question 1

i have to red rings on each side of my penis 
originally diagnosed as ringworm. prescription. cremes 3.5 weeks no changes 
i can send pics
help ?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation and treatment.
Wish you good health!

Question 2

pls gve me advice to get rid of ringworm on my skin and nail! pls see my profile picture for reference. have duracan and elica m cream gven by derma.

Accepted Answer

Do what derma says.: Duracan is an antifungal that can be used to treat ringworm. The elica m cream contains another antifungal as well as a steroid. This antifungal treats the ringworm, and the steroid just helps the ringworm be less red and itchy. There are lots of ways to treat ringworm. It is harder to kill fungus on nails so be sure to follow up with your dermatologist whenever you're supposed to go back.

Question 3

i have patches of an itchy rash on arms and legs. when it started i thought it was ringworm but none of the otc meds have worked. i have pics. ideas?

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There are lots...: ...Of possibilities, but this time of year it is most likely to be an allergic response to something that came in contact with your arms, such as poison ivy, particularly if you've been working in the garden or camping or clearing weeds. Over-the-counter creams are too weak for such rashes, so let a dermatologist give you a precise diagnosis and treatment. Could we see the photos?

Question 4

wat is ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm: Ringworm is the common or lay term for a common superficial infection of the skin caused by a fungus (actually several types of fungus). It's name comes from the fact that the fungus tends to cause a circular patch of scaling scan with a slightly raised and redder border making it look like a ring. It can be treated with ordinary otc anti-fungal medications.

Question 5

what cures ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Antifungal Meds: Without a prescription, i would recommend lamisil, (terbinafine) however, it can still take a week or more of treatment. If that does not work, or it is widespread, you may need prescription medication. Of course, you should be sure that you are treating ringworm and not some other rash or infection. Proper treatment requires a proper diadnosis.

Question 6

what causes ringworm?

Accepted Answer

A fungus: The most common cause is a fungus called trichophyton tonsurans.

Question 7

is ringworm raised?

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Raised border: Yes. Ringworm, a fungus skin rash, can have a raised border with a clearer spot in the center of the raised ring.

Question 8

is ringworm contagious?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ringworm (tinea corporis) is actually caused by a fungus. There are no 'worms' involved. This fungal infection can be spread by direct contact with infected skin.

Question 9

is ringworm ever deadly?

Accepted Answer

No, but . . .: Ringworm (tinea corporis fungal skin infection) is never deadly, but one can never say never. So, it is theoretically possible that ringworm's fungus could invade to the inside of one's body (if he had no functional immune system) and cause an overwhelming internal fungal infection and kill him.

Question 10

hairloss due to ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hair loss may occur secondary to ringworm. If treated early, it is usually temporary, but it can lead to scarring of the hair follicles and permanent damage.

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I have to red rings on each side of my penis originally diagnosed as ringworm. prescription. cremes 3.5 weeks no changes i can send pics help ?

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Pls gve me advice to get rid of ringworm on my skin and nail! pls see my profile picture for reference. have duracan and elica m cream gven by derma.

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I have patches of an itchy rash on arms and legs. when it started i thought it was ringworm but none of the otc meds have worked. i have pics. ideas?

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