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Rash started about 3mos ago. dr thought ringworm.tried antifungal cream, then cortizone (hydrocortisone) cream. spread on legs and now ab & butt. no itch or flakes?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Rash: If this has not responded to therapy it needs to be seen by a dermatologist and perhaps biopsied. Good luck and best wishes.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/9/2015

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A member asked:

Rash started about 3mos ago. dr thought ringworm.tried antifungal cream, then cortizone (hydrocortisone) cream. spread on legs and now ab & butt. no itch or flakes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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