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I have a ring worm on my leg. it is huge to say the least. i've been treating it for about three months it is a pinkish color all around and is flaky.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Need to see doctor: If over the counter remedies for ring worm have not worked, it would be prudent to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis. It may not be ring worm.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have a ring worm on my leg. it is huge to say the least. i've been treating it for about three months it is a pinkish color all around and is flaky.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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