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I m using ketoconazole 2% for ring worms. it responde but after few days/month ring worm reapers. using it from last 2 years. just read that this crea?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Incomplete question: One cardinal rule of treatment is the right treatment will seldom if ever work for the wrong diagnosis. You likely have something else. Your local doc or dermatologist could confirm or exclude the label and get you on a better treatment plan.

Answered 6/23/2016

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A member asked:

I m using ketoconazole 2% for ring worms. it responde but after few days/month ring worm reapers. using it from last 2 years. just read that this crea?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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