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Posted on Tue, 6 Oct 2015
Question: What is the best way to get rid of ring worm I got from my cat? Should I take pills or try an exterior method
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Dermatophytosis

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

From what I understand you are referring to skin fungal infection (dermatophytosis) - ring worm. Correct me if I am wrong.

Ring worms can be very annoying and are often itchy. Here is how you should deal with it

1. Make sure to keep the area dry and clean
2. Avoid scratching the area
3. Do not wear nylon material clothes over the ring worm
4. Apply Ketaconazole ointment twice daily after cleaning it with soap and water. Once the ringworm lesion is better continue to apply it for another week,

Oral anti fungal agents are not required for the ring worm.

I hope I was of help, please get back to me for any further queries

Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Dermatophytosis

Brief Answer: Dermatophytosis Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query From what I understand you are referring to skin fungal infection (dermatophytosis) - ring worm. Correct me if I am wrong. Ring worms can be very annoying and are often itchy. Here is how you should deal with it 1. Make sure to keep the area dry and clean 2. Avoid scratching the area 3. Do not wear nylon material clothes over the ring worm 4. Apply Ketaconazole ointment twice daily after cleaning it with soap and water. Once the ringworm lesion is better continue to apply it for another week, Oral anti fungal agents are not required for the ring worm. I hope I was of help, please get back to me for any further queries Regards