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How can i cure ringworm skin infection?

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Anti-fungal cream: You can try an anti-fungal cream like clotrimazole, miconazole, terbinafine, and others. If that doesn't work, sometimes an oral anti-fungal prescription is needed.

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Answered 1/27/2017

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