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I went to the doctor and got a cream for a ringworm patch i have on my leg, it wasn't working and now it has spread and there is bruising by the area ?
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Ringworm: I would see the physician again to re-confirm the diagnosis
Answered 3/19/2015
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Reevaluation Needed: Unfortunately a lot of dermatologic condition require direct observation to diagnose. Most cases of tinea, or ringworm, improve within a week of consistent medication use. Should recheck with your health provider.
Answered 4/3/2016
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Had rash for two months first the doctor said it was ringworm and px me topical cream ketoconazole 2%then it spread got px with ketoconazole tab worse?
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Which cream can I use to treat ringworms, I went to the doctors I was given creams that did not work. It has been 3 years having this ringworms. On the second year they were no more but now they are back with full force spreading through out my body?
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