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Child infection/allergy

2021-08-14 15:10:38
My child is having infection/allergy type at back side of her head. Its been 1 months. It sometime recover by again develop. Used sertaconazole but not much effective. Is it allergy or fungus and what can be treatment?
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Don't worry... child suffering from fungus infection causing this problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

Answered2021-08-14 17:57:52

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Hi It's kerion which is a type of fungal infection. Oral medicines and shampoo is required to treat it. Avoid sharing of head gears
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consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment

Answered2021-08-14 17:57:25

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It's fungal infection. Need oral antifungal therapy also for a period of 4-6wks.it can result in scarring, so need to be treated as early as possible. Pls do a direct online consultation with a dermatologist.

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