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What Causes Spreading Scaly Patches On Arms?
Question: I have round scaly patches on my arm that seem to be spreading. What could this be?
Brief Answer:
Most probably a ring worm/fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM,
I saw carefully your picture.
It looks like a ring worm infection.
I would suggest to use a topical cream for 2 weeks like ketoconazole 2%, terbinafine 1% or econazole 1%. Apply twice/day with a thick layer.
Let me know how it will go.
If you need more clarifications, please feel free to ask.
Take care
Most probably a ring worm/fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM,
I saw carefully your picture.
It looks like a ring worm infection.
I would suggest to use a topical cream for 2 weeks like ketoconazole 2%, terbinafine 1% or econazole 1%. Apply twice/day with a thick layer.
Let me know how it will go.
If you need more clarifications, please feel free to ask.
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
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