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Which medicine can be used to treat ringworm infection?

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Hello doctor,

I have about four inches of patches of ringworms on both of my buttocks and a three-inch patch on my vaginal area. I am using Clobetasol cream for the treatment but it is not showing any results. Please help.

Thanks.
Answered by Dr. Rabia Anjum

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Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

If you have ringworm infection, kindly use oral and topical antifungal agents. If it is very red, mild steroid combined with an antifungal agent is to be used. You will get better after treatment.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.

Investigations to be done

Scraping for fungus.

Differential diagnosis

Tinea cruris.

Probable diagnosis

Tinea cruris.

Treatment plan

Take a tablet of Terbinafine 250 mg once daily. Apply topical Terbinafine ointment. Apply a combination of Hydrocortisone plus Clotrimazole at night. Take an antihistamine once daily.

Preventive measures

Maintain hygiene of the area. Wash with soap and water. Avoid using Dettol and other irritants.
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Published At April 2, 2019
Reviewed At November 21, 2024

Education:

FCPS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

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Dr. Rabia Anjum

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Education:

FCPS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rabia Anjum is a Dermatologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. She provides advanced care in areas such as acne management, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, and cosmetic dermatology, including skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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