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Ring worm , breast feeding
Spotted ringworm on my skin, I'm breast feeding 1 month baby, whether it may spread to my baby???, shall I use ketoconazole soap for bathing, as I'm breast feeding worried about taking or applying medicine? Pls advice me.
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Yes... 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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Kindly consult online for further management
Wash hands thoroughly before touching the baby to minimise chances of spread of the condition
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Specific medication are safe in lactation
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Kindly do direct online consultations with photo for detailed prescription
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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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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Valsad
Yes you can use ketoconazole soap for specific treatment kindly consult online
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