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A member asked:

If a md tells me i have tinea barbe and prescribes me clortiizole cream if the red spots scab over a little while after applying is this ringworm?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tinea : Yes, tinea refers to ringworm which is caused by a fungus. Your doctor had prescribed antifungal medicine.

Answered 4/20/2014

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