Question 1

what do you recommend for ringworm of scalp?

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Ringworm: You should see a doctor to be sure it is ringworm. Lots of different skin diseases can mimic ringworm. You can technically try using an antifungal shampoo. Usually scalp ringworm requires oral medication. This medication can affect your liver so you need to be monitored by a doctor. If you are pregnant you need to consult with your dr to be sure it is safe. I hope this helps.

Question 2

does ringworm of scalp usually cause many symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Swelling pain: The infection spreads along scalp and down hairs to cause swelling pain amd discharge. It can become secondarily infected with bacteria. It requires a course of oral medications such as Griseofulvin or Lamisil (terbinafine) to eradicate the infection.

Question 3

do doctors see a lot of patients with ringworm of scalp?

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Yes: Although not common...It certainly is not rare and can usually be identified quickly and easily.

Question 4

is there an over-the-counter treatment for ringworm of scalp?

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Maybe: There are many otc anti-fungals and anti-fungal shampoo.  Ask your pharmacist for a recommendation.  If no positive response within a reasonable amount of time.  Some times fungal infections of th scalp requrie specific oral medication over a prolonged period of time if the infestation has been there a while and deeply imbedded.  So see your doctor at that point.

Question 5

what are some over-the-counter treatments for tinea capitis (ringworm of scalp)?

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Stubborn...: Unfortunately, the skin of the scalp is particularly stubborn and most of the time requires oral medication for weeks to months to clear up tinea. It is best to see you doctor or a dermatologist to MAP out a care plan, as the treatment can have side effects, especially on your liver. Wish i had better news, but you are likely wasting time and money using over-the-counter meds for this.

Question 6

how can i treat ringworm on the scalp?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: In scalp ringworm the fungus is growing inside the hair follicles, so topical medications are usually ineffective.  An oral prescription medication is required in most cases.  See your doctor.

Question 7

how to know if i have ringworm on my scalp?

Accepted Answer

Have it evaluated: Scalp ringworm will not be something that responds to over the counter medications.If you have a concern about a patch of crusty scalp with hair loss, or other symptoms, have it evaluated. The fungus if present gets into the roots of the hair and usually requires prescription medication over an extended period.

Question 8

can ringworm of the body spread to the scalp?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, superficial fungal infection of the skin can spread.

Question 9

can body ringworm spread to the scalp? help please?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If you scratch the body site, you can load up your fingernails with the fungus and transfer it to your scalp.The process may not be apparent for a while and will have a different appearance in the scalp than it would on regular skin. If established in the scalp, it will take prescription medication to treat it.The fungus gets well established in the hair root and creams or lotions do not reach it.

Question 10

how fast can i make my ringworm on the scalp go away?

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Depends.: How quickly a scalp ringworm resolves depends on how extensive it is, how it is treated, and whether it has caused hair loss. Two to three weeks is a reasonable estimate for an "average" case of scalp ringworm, plus the time it takes any hair that has fallen out to grow back.

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