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Hello, i noticed i had ringworm starting a week ago. i've been using lamisil and that spot is almost completely gone, however, new spots keep poping up and i now have 6 total spots in treating. after applying lamisil i have been covering the area with a

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

RINGWORM?: ARE YOU SURE ITS RINGWORM? DID YOU SEE A DOCTOR FOR IT, OR DID YOU, YOURSELF, MAKE THE DIAGNOSIS? MANY RASHES LOOK LIKE RINGWORM. DO CONSULT WITH A DERMATOLOGIST TO MAKE THE PROPER DIAGNOSIS. BEST LUCK TO YOU.

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Answered 10/29/2016

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A member asked:

Hello, i noticed i had ringworm starting a week ago. i've been using lamisil and that spot is almost completely gone, however, new spots keep poping up and i now have 6 total spots in treating. after applying lamisil i have been covering the area with a

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Dr Kuitems and 4 doctors agreed

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