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Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with ringworm.

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Lamisil (terbinafine) works put it 1" around the outside of rash and continue 5 days after rash is gone.

Answered 9/24/2017

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't touch infected cats and dogs as they can spread ringworm to you.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Ignore: Don't scratch. Do seek medical treatment. Do try over-the-counter antifungal cream: LotriminAF.

Answered 8/4/2014

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Dr. Natalie Sieb answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Do keep the affected skin clean and dry, and wash all clothing and bedding daily.

Answered 5/26/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Do not be embarrassed about ringworm or treat with steroid creams. Do see a doctor for medication.

Answered 8/4/2014

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Ignore: Curing ringworm may require several weeks of topical treatment.

Answered 6/28/2014

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Ignore: Try OTC terbinafine (Lamisil) cream first. It's contagious so keep it covered.

Answered 7/6/2014

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Dr. Bret Boyle answered

Specializes in Wound care

Ignore: A fungal infection that will respond to topical anti-fungal creams applied twice per day.

Answered 7/12/2014

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Dr. Larry Eastburn answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't use Corticosteroids for ringworm but do use an anti-fungal like Lotrimin (clotrimazole) or Miconazole.

Answered 8/4/2014

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ignore: First make sure it is ringworm Second try OTC lamisil (terbinafine) cream 2x a day, if not clear see derm.

Answered 7/23/2014

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Ignore: Get a correct diagnosis. Determine the source. Try antifungal cream & a week of terbinafine pills.

Answered 11/10/2019

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Ignore: Wash hands with soap and water every time you scratch the ring worm to avoid spreading it.

Answered 11/16/2014

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't use bleach on ringworm, keep covered , and use anti fungal creams as prescribed.

Answered 8/9/2015

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