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Is Lotrimin An Effective Medication For Ringworm Infection?

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Question : Hello,
1. Do you think the photos are ringworm?
2. Is the OTC medication, Lotrimin, going to be enough to contain and kill it?
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Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Not looking like ringworm infection, Lotrimin won't be effective

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I have reviewed the attached photographs and it is not looking like ringworm infection.

It looks like eczema.

I don't think Lotrimin or any antifungal will work in this condition.

You need to apply a topical steroid like cortisone cream on the affected areas.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist
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Is Lotrimin An Effective Medication For Ringworm Infection?

Brief Answer: Not looking like ringworm infection, Lotrimin won't be effective Detailed Answer: Hi, I have reviewed the attached photographs and it is not looking like ringworm infection. It looks like eczema. I don't think Lotrimin or any antifungal will work in this condition. You need to apply a topical steroid like cortisone cream on the affected areas. Hope I have answered your query. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist