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Asking about ring worm
Hello doctors I have attached a pic...is this ringworm?
My baby is 2.4yrs now.. My mother in law says that is ring worm and she is cursing me nicely stating that I dont maintain hygeine thats the reason baby got that😭😭 literally they are killing me from thr words...baby is fine.. no crying no pain no itching...pls suggest me what to do... I beg you all...
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It doesn't look like ringworm to me. Just apply moisturizing agent over it. It could be insect or mosquito bite. Nothing worrying
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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Doesn't seem like ring worm
Apply moisturizer thrice a day atleast
Maintain hygiene
Change clothes daily and take bath daily with warm water
Avoid wet clothes
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if itching happens consult me on app for further medication
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Unusual place for ring worm and from the image you have shared it doesnt look like that.
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Better quality image in a better light would be more helpful
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Use clotrimazole ointment
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Greetings u can apply Candid cream for local application three times a day 2 week
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Ya it looks like ring but clinical evaluation in proper lighting required.
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consult me on app
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Dr. Bhuma Maheshwara Reddy
Pediatrician Specialist
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Continue Callamine lotion it will go off don’t panic
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Consult physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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