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First diagnosed as oak mite bites now diagnosed as fungal infection. took pill 2 days ago. how long after taking fluconazole will it start going away?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Explanation : Depending of severity of condition. About 1-2 weeks, if no more contact with source of infection.

Answered 8/27/2016

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