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I've recently been diagnosed with ringworm.do i need to wash my clothes or clean my bathroom in a special antifungal cleaner to prevent reinfection?

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Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

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Washing: clothes in regular detergent with white vinegar is what I typically recommend. Most cleaners and detergents have extremely strong chemicals that will kill any fungus or bacterial infections.

Answered 7/26/2018

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A member asked:

I've recently been diagnosed with ringworm.do i need to wash my clothes or clean my bathroom in a special antifungal cleaner to prevent reinfection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

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