Ringworm is an itchy, contagious fungal infection that causes a ring-shaped pattern on your skin. Over-the-counter and prescription treatments can stop the fungus from spreading to other parts of your body or to others.

2023年12月19日 · Most cases of ringworm can be treated at home with creams you can buy without a prescription. (Photo credit: iStock/Getty Images) About 40 different species of fungi can cause ringworm on the...

2024年5月23日 · Ringworm is treated with an over-the-counter antifungal cream in mild cases, and the best medicine will depend on where it is on your body and how much it has spread.

2022年4月26日 · For a mild case of ringworm, try these self-care tips. Keep the affected area clean and dry. Apply an over-the-counter antifungal lotion, cream or ointment such as clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF) or terbinafine (Lamisil AT) as directed on the packaging.

2023年8月8日 · Here are six simple ways to treat ringworm. 1. Apply a topical antifungal. Most cases of ringworm can be treated at home. Over-the-counter antifungals can kill the fungus and promote...

2024年4月24日 · Ringworm infections may need to be treated with prescription antifungal medications. Do not use over-the-counter creams containing steroids, or corticosteroids, for ringworm or for a rash that has not been diagnosed. Steroids can make ringworm worse.

2023年5月18日 · Ringworm can usually be treated using over-the-counter antifungal creams. Just don’t ignore the skin infection, or a small problem may turn into a much larger concern.

How do dermatologists treat ringworm? If you have ringworm, your dermatologist will treat it with antifungal medicine. This medicine comes in many different forms like creams, ointments, and pills. What you use will depend on the area of the body that needs treatment. Skin: An antifungal ointment or cream often clears ringworm on the skin.

To get the best results and prevent the infection from spreading to other areas of your body, dermatologists recommend the following: Treat the area for as long as recommended. Anti-fungal medicine may work quickly. You may see clearing or no longer feel symptoms in a few days.

2023年11月29日 · Most people can successfully cure their ringworm infections with OTC treatments. Many of these treatments contain the same antifungal ingredients. Some of the most common antifungal medications are...