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Is Lotrimin An Effective Medication For Ringworm Infection?
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?
1. Do you think the photos are ringworm?
2. Is the OTC medication, Lotrimin, going to be enough to contain and kill it?
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
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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