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Ive had this rash for a couple months now on the back up my neck and it goes up into my scalp. i was prescribed a cream for atopic dermatitis and did not go away. i then was diagnosed with ringworm and was given steroid tablets and its still there?

Q: ive had this rash for a couple months now on the back up my neck and it goes up into my scalp. i was prescribed a cream for atopic dermatitis and did not go away. i then was diagnosed with ringworm and was given steroid tablets and its still there?

: You need to see a dermatologist to determine the diagnosis of the rash so the correct treatment can be administered. A rash cannot be diagnosed without actually seeing it. You could have excess or even psoriasis and, if so, the treatment would be different. Good luck to you!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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You need to see a dermatologist to determine the diagnosis of the rash so the correct treatment can be administered. A rash cannot be diagnosed without actually seeing it. You could have excess or even psoriasis and, if so, the treatment would be different. Good luck to you!

Answered 6/10/2023

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A member asked:

Ive had this rash for a couple months now on the back up my neck and it goes up into my scalp. i was prescribed a cream for atopic dermatitis and did not go away. i then was diagnosed with ringworm and was given steroid tablets and its still there?

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