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What Causes A Patch Of Ringworm On The Leg?

Hi. My 8 year old son had a patch of ringworm on his leg several months ago that we attempted to treat with a prescription med from his pediatrician. It appeared to get better and all of a sudden he developed a fast spreading raised blotchy rash on his legs and elbows. It spread quickly to the entire length of his leg. Went back to the doctor said it was the medicine he was on. Two days later, it was worse. Doctor said it was an id reaction. Got better but the mottled color never went away on the back of his legs. Now the rash is coming back. What could this be?
Mon, 29 Jun 2015
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Hi,
Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.
Ringworm is a fungal infection .
Local application of tolnaftate (tini) twice daily for 2-3 weeks will give relief from ringworm .
Personal hygiene is also important .
Hope this reply is OK for you.
Please feel free to ask further queries if any.
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
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What Causes A Patch Of Ringworm On The Leg?

Hi, Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic. Ringworm is a fungal infection . Local application of tolnaftate (tini) twice daily for 2-3 weeks will give relief from ringworm . Personal hygiene is also important . Hope this reply is OK for you. Please feel free to ask further queries if any. Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.