Question 1

Chances of reinfection in toddler with ringworm? he presented with a lesion today, the dog was diagnosed 1 week ago. dog is being aggressively treated

Accepted Answer

I'm sorry your child and dog have ringworm! You can get re-infected with ringworm, and the new lesion will have to be treated with the same antifungal ointment.  I am assuming that the ringworm is not on the scalp, which is a different treatment.  The typical lesion is a circular lesion with raised edges. However, other rashes can mimic ringworm, so it's best to have the pediatrician check it out.

Question 2

Pregnant(18 weeks) with possible ringworm lesion bikini area, are otc creams safe to use ?

Accepted Answer

To affect your pregnancy/fetus a medication must enter your blood & travel to the fetus through the placenta. With rare exceptions, what you put on your skin does not. So topical agents are generally safe. Anything you ingest (food or pill) or drink (water, milk, coffee, alcohol)may enter the blood & be a problem.Review meds and any exotic foods with your OB to be sure none are worrisome.

Question 3

I've been treating a ringworm lesion on each hand for two weeks now and they have faded significantly. are the lesions still a bit contagious? would wearing gloves spread it to other parts of my hands if the glove pulls over the lesion?

Accepted Answer

You should be ok. Not contagious. Wearing gloves in active diseases may be prolong the lesions.

Question 4

How long does it take in average for a ringworm to go away if putting cream every day and night? should i cover it?

Accepted Answer

Don't cover it.
Fungus thrives in warm and moist conditions, so cool and dry is best.

Question 5

Is it dangerous to be in direct contact with someone with ringworm, even if the person has wrapped and covered the infected area?

Accepted Answer

While ringworm (tinea corporis) is contagious, I have never find it to be as contagious as it's reputation. Practic good handwashing and do not touch affected area. There should be little risk that it spreads.

Question 6

I am fostering a cat who has been diagnosed with ringworm. right now i have 2 tiny lesions. they are not pruritic. do i need to see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm can be treated with anti-fungal medications. These are readily available without a doctors prescription.

Question 7

I have been taking ketoconazole orally for a month. the majority of lesions have gone but one will not go away. ringworm superinfected by bacteria?

Accepted Answer

that you have a lesion that is not well vascularized and the medication is just not reaching it well -- or like you said it may have some bacterial infection.  I would use ketoconazole cream on that lesion twice daily, and if it doesn't help or get worse bring it to the healthcare provider to determine if another cream or ointment is needed.  Thanks for trusting  in HealthTap.

Question 8

If i have ringworm of the body. if i cover it, is it a bad idea to have sex?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm is caused by a dermatophyte (a fungus which infects the skin).  It is easily transmissible by direct contact, and, at least in my humble experience, it is not possible to have sex without exposing areas of the skin,  you will be likely to be infecting your partner.  Wait until it has cleared up.

Question 9

Both cat and i have ringworm and being treated with topical creams. but my ringworm continues to spread, including on areas covered by clothes. help?

Accepted Answer

Your problem may not be ringworm but from something in your clothing if the only involved area is covered by your clothing.  New clothing may have been treated with formaldehyde which you may have problem with or it may be from your laundry detergent / anti-static agent.  Make sure that your washing machine is rinsing correctly. See dermatologist if problem continues.

Question 10

My little girl of 3 is having what looks like a ringworm on her foot. i applied covered for 10 days without effect. can i please get help. there are 4 patches.

Accepted Answer

Ringworm usually is not a dangerous rash. You should see a doctor to  get some help.  You can use telemedicine

Should i cover up ringworm lesion

Chances of reinfection in toddler with ringworm? he presented with a lesion today, the dog was diagnosed 1 week ago. dog is being aggressively treated

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Pregnant(18 weeks) with possible ringworm lesion bikini area, are otc creams safe to use ?

I've been treating a ringworm lesion on each hand for two weeks now and they have faded significantly. are the lesions still a bit contagious? would wearing gloves spread it to other parts of my hands if the glove pulls over the lesion?

How long does it take in average for a ringworm to go away if putting cream every day and night? should i cover it?

Is it dangerous to be in direct contact with someone with ringworm, even if the person has wrapped and covered the infected area?

I am fostering a cat who has been diagnosed with ringworm. right now i have 2 tiny lesions. they are not pruritic. do i need to see a doctor?

I have been taking ketoconazole orally for a month. the majority of lesions have gone but one will not go away. ringworm superinfected by bacteria?

If i have ringworm of the body. if i cover it, is it a bad idea to have sex?

Both cat and i have ringworm and being treated with topical creams. but my ringworm continues to spread, including on areas covered by clothes. help?

My little girl of 3 is having what looks like a ringworm on her foot. i applied covered for 10 days without effect. can i please get help. there are 4 patches.

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