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Red spots / ringworm / fungal infection
Hi Doctor,
Last night I started experiencing itching on my upper chest and shoulder. This morning, I noticed red spots in ring-like and irregular shapes (photo attached). The area is painful, very itchy, and the rash seems to be spreading.
Could you please help identify if this might be ringworm or any other infection?
If it is ringworm, could you suggest the most suitable antifungal and anti-allergic ointment or medication I can use to get quick relief and stop it from spreading?
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Ringworm, 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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Dr. Uzma Sami
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Lucknow
Kindly consult for better management, as in pictures it is not looking like a fungal infection
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Not looking like ringworm seems allergic
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
It may be allergy .
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Could be allergy
Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Detailed history and clear images are required for proper diagnosis and treatment
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kindly book online consultation for further management
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Dr. Amandeep
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6 yrs exp
Khanna
Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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