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My brother has head fungus but it doesn't look like ringworm. it looks like red patches in random shapes. is it contagious? how do i avoid it forever
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Tinea capitis: If your brother is being treated properly with oral & local antifungal medications, he should not be contagious after 48 hrs of starting the treatment, don't share towels & sheets, his should be washed in hot water, dried in dryer, & if possible ironed. I hope that answer your questions. Good luck.
Answered 7/7/2015
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