A member asked:

I have a bad ringworm infection and the only thing that seems to work is an anti fungal coupled with a steroid. safe to use while breast feeding?

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Talk to Doctor: Many antifungal medications and steroids are safe to take during pregnancy. To be absolutely sure you should consult your doctor who can cross reference a recent database of medications and the breastfeeding safety classification; ringworm on the scalp or tinea capitis generally does not improve with topical antifungals alone; an oral medication is the best shot at complete resolution.

Answered 4/4/2014

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