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Ringworm infection
Having ringworm infection on thighs, hips and lower stomach. Using medicine like cetirizine and dermiford for last 2 months. But still redness and itching. Please suggest a medicine for proper treatment.
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Dermiford has steroids that can actually increase your ringworm.
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Consult dermatologist and follow precautions given in video to stop further spread of ringworm
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Don't worry..100% cure possible with specific medicine...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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What u are having is a fungal infection and I would suggest u to stop using meds like Dermifive as they contain steroids and would do more harm than good
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You can take an online consultation appointment and I can help u with the meds
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Dr. Niraj Jain
Cosmetologist
13 yrs exp
Kolkata
Stop dermiford, its steroid, consult me online for further management
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Dr. Sandeep Gera
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Panipat
Hello, yes it looks like tinea or fungal infection only. But steroid containing creams are not indicated for its treatment. They might damage your skin upon prolonged use. Kindly consult online for further treatment.
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
It’s a fungal infection . give more details. Avoid using that cream. No steroids.
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Recurrent infection is very common
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Change of dietary habits.,
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Dr. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
17 yrs exp
Pune
Fungal infection can come dur to excessive sweating,wearing tight clothing.it can be very well treated.consult
me online for further treatment please stop using dermiford.its a steroid with dude effects.its not going to cure ur infection
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Consult me
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Keep the area dry
Wear lose cotton clothing
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