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Is Using Eczema Cream Safe To Treat Ringworm?

I have had a ringworm which I made bigger by putting my eczema cream which has steroids in it. I have been treating this ringworm for over a month now and the same shade is on my leg with no results. So my question is, can ringworm leave a permanent mark on you?
Tue, 29 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Eczema cream safe to treat ringworm. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like side effects of steroid cream or infection spread . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for steroid cream and anti fungal medication . For now apply over the counter antifungal cream , keep it clean and dry and prevent it fron sun exposure . If mark left even after the infection is over , then apply cream containing kojic acid twice a day or consult dermatologist for laser treatment .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Is Using Eczema Cream Safe To Treat Ringworm?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Eczema cream safe to treat ringworm. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like side effects of steroid cream or infection spread . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for steroid cream and anti fungal medication . For now apply over the counter antifungal cream , keep it clean and dry and prevent it fron sun exposure . If mark left even after the infection is over , then apply cream containing kojic acid twice a day or consult dermatologist for laser treatment . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari