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Suggest Remedy For Itchy Ringworm Infection
I have ringworm and its so itchy at night, is it the cream kicking in? I ran my hand under running cold water for relief. Yes I had a good scratch at it and I am tired right now. I am also worried. Once the cream is being used; am I less likely to spread it anywhere else?
Tue, 25 Aug 2015
Hello, thanks for posting on HCM.
Ringworm is caused due to fungal infection of tinea species.
You didn’t mention what cream you are applying to the hand. If it contains antifungal agents like ketoconazole, clotrimazole or any of azole containing agents then use it 2-3 times a day.
If you feel that cream isn’t working or no effective, you can also try taking oral antifungals such as fluconazole 150mg once a day for 5 to 7 days.
Keep the area clean and dry. Try to avoid itching.
There are antifungal powders also available which will reduce the itch.
You might transmit the fungal infection by direct touch, so avoid contact of the affected area to other members and households until you see regression of the affected area.
I hope I have helped your query.
Thank you
Ringworm is caused due to fungal infection of tinea species.
You didn’t mention what cream you are applying to the hand. If it contains antifungal agents like ketoconazole, clotrimazole or any of azole containing agents then use it 2-3 times a day.
If you feel that cream isn’t working or no effective, you can also try taking oral antifungals such as fluconazole 150mg once a day for 5 to 7 days.
Keep the area clean and dry. Try to avoid itching.
There are antifungal powders also available which will reduce the itch.
You might transmit the fungal infection by direct touch, so avoid contact of the affected area to other members and households until you see regression of the affected area.
I hope I have helped your query.
Thank you
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