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How Can Ring Worm Infection Be Treated?
Sir I had to suffer with ringworms during pregnancy Now my baby is of 11month but few parts are not been cured yet I am fed up with the local dermatologists I want get rid off those specially the buttock and vaginal area Pls prescribe something it was severe in pregnancy
Mon, 16 Jan 2017
Hi,
Thank you your question. Ring worms are topical infections cause by superficial fungal infection. They are common in children and during pregnancy. There are few ways to treat.
1. Through cleaning with soap
2. Can use antiseptic soap like dental
3. Can use anti-fungal drugs both superficial (Nystatin) and oral like (Gruseofulfin)
4. For prevention Increase intake of vitamins like Vitamin C and E
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mutuma Geoffrey Zambezi
Thank you your question. Ring worms are topical infections cause by superficial fungal infection. They are common in children and during pregnancy. There are few ways to treat.
1. Through cleaning with soap
2. Can use antiseptic soap like dental
3. Can use anti-fungal drugs both superficial (Nystatin) and oral like (Gruseofulfin)
4. For prevention Increase intake of vitamins like Vitamin C and E
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mutuma Geoffrey Zambezi
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