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Tinea ringworm
My daughter is suffering from ringworm...what to do...which doctor to consult? I am unable to go for clinic visit due to lockdown
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Dermatologist...Fungus or yeast infection....common around skin folds like thighs and genitals.. avoid sweating, sharing clothes,towels and soap.. specific medicine required depends on the severity.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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1. Wash your hands often. Frequent hand washing is one of the best ways to stop the spread of fungal infections.
2. Make sure that you are always wearing some kind of footwear when you are out in public
3. Do not share any personal items such as clothing, towels, shoes, socks, makeup, deodorant, or anything else that you use or wear on your body.
4. Do not visit any gyms, public pools, or public bathing areas until your infection is cured.
5. Shower regularly and wash thoroughly.
6. Avoid wearing tight clothes like jeans and tight underwear
7. Use anti-fungal powders in the body folds
8. Don't stop medications unless advised to do so.
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It will need complete course of antifungal medicines for atleast 3 weeks. You can consult me online for detailed prescription and management.
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