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Ringworm Infections

Ringworm infection, otherwise called dermatophytosis or tinea corporis, is a fungal skin infection that results from mold-like parasites. The symptoms include ring-shaped lesions on the skin, itchy skin, and scattered red bumps. It is a contagious infection and can spread through person-to-person contact.

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Kindly suggest homeopathic medicine for my ringworm infection.

Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from ringworm infection in my pubic area and at the nearby thigh and anus reason. Please prescribe me a Homeopathic medicine so that I could be totally healed from this fungal infection.  Read Full »


Dr. Potnuru Srinivaasa Sudhakar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Treatment for the ringworm affects like not only eruptions and also concentrates on boosting the immune system of the human being which prevents further recurring. It is a fungal-like infection on the skin (circular scaly eruptions) of the person appears as if worm p...  Read Full »

What ayurvedic medicines can treat tinea cruris?

Query: Hello doctor, Kindly tell me some ayurvedic drugs for tinea cruris. I had the disease last year but I am having the symptoms again. Itching has not gone completely. I have used Onabet cream. In the past, I have been on Tyza and Atarax. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Ishwar Chandra Rai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tinea cruris is commonly caused by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. It causes mostly circular growth on the skin and often looks like rings. It is also referred as ringworms.Generally, it grows in unhygienic and wet areas. Antifungal management is the line of tre...  Read Full »

I have recurrent itching and bumps on my wrist. What could be the reason?

Query: Hello doctor, I had what I believe was an ant bite or some bite. I noticed it two and a half weeks ago, midday. The previous day, I had nothing. It was on my wrist, and it was itchy. It looked like a pimple with a white head, almost two next to each other, and it seemed to have a red, irritated bor...  Read Full »


Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. Thanks for sharing your wonderful history. It was a lesion of Tinea corporis, but the application of steroids made it tinea incognito. The steroid is contraindicated in fungal infection. I suggest you take capsule Spo...  Read Full »

Please suggest a homeopathic medicine for ringworm in thighs.

Query: Hello doctor, Please suggest homoeopathic medicine for ringworm at thighs.  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, homeopathic remedies are prescribed by matching the symptoms of the patients and the cause of the problem and cannot be prescribed just on the basis of diagnosis. It would be great if you could describe your symptoms in detail. For common symptoms of ringworm...  Read Full »

Which Ayurveda medicine can be used for ringworm infection in the groin?

Query: Hello doctor, I have chronic fungal ringworm infection in the groin region. Please suggest some Ayurveda medicine.  Read Full »


Dr. Ishwar Chandra Rai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ringworm is a skin disease fungal infection. Mostly occurs in wet areas. Its common symptoms are red skin rash that forms a ring-like structure. That is the area with itching and dryness.  Read Full »

What Can Be Done For Ringworms And Jock Itches With Dandruff On Scalp?

Query: Hello doctor, I have ringworms, jock itches and dandruff on sclap and even I am not able to sleep properly at night due to jock itches. Please suggest me the best homeopathic medicine which can provide me relief.  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ringworm and jock itch problems mainly occur due to excessive sweat. In such a case, it is necessary to keep the parts dry and maintain proper hygiene. You may take Sulfur 30 C four pills once a day for three days in the evening. Avoid eating or drinking anything 30 minut...  Read Full »

I have recurrent ringworm infections and itching. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a ringworm infection and itching from many days. When I used Terbinafine cream and tablet along with Cefadroxil tablet for 20 to 30 days, the ringworm and itching totally disappeared. But after a month, it started automatically. What to do?  Read Full »


Dr. Abhilipsa Nanda

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can see your ringworm infection has reoccurred. There might be some sources from which you are acquiring the infection. There are a few minor precautions which you need to take as follows.Do not share clothing, sports gear, towels, or sheets. If you think you have be...  Read Full »

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