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Can Ringworm Cause Enlarged Lymph Nodes In The Abdomen?
i had ringworm and had a reaction to the medicine...itching, redness, swelling and broken skin..my dermatologist said i had a reaction to the medication..i have crohns disease..after the ringworm disappeared...i was diagnosed with enlarged nyphlodes in my abdomen...and i still have them...can this be from the ringworm...i still have alittle itchness in my crotch area by my leg
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Mon, 17 Mar 2014
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Ii my opinion ringworm infection cannot cause enlargement of lymph nodes.You need a further examination/investigations for the proper diagnosis.
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