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| Alternative Names: | Fungal infection - body; Infection - fungal - body; Tinea of the body; Tinea circinata; Ringworm - body
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| Treatment: | Keep the skin clean and dry. Topical (applied to the skin) over-the-counter antifungal creams, such as those that contain miconazole, clotrimazole, or similar ingredients, are often effective in controlling ringworm.
Severe or chronic infection may require further treatment by the health care provider. Oral antifungal medications may be given. Stronger, prescription topical antifungal medications, such as ketoconazole may be needed. Antibiotics may be needed to treat secondary bacterial infections. Infected pets should be treated.
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| Expectations (prognosis): | Ringworm usually responds to topical treatment within four weeks. Severe or resistant cases usually respond promptly to oral antifungal therapy.
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| Complications: | - Secondary bacterial skin infections, cellulitis
- Spread of tinea to feet, scalp, groin, or nails
- Pyoderma, dermatophytid, or other skin disorders
- Systemic side effects of medications (See the specific medication)
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| Calling your health care provider: | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if ringworm does not improve with self-care.
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Review Date: 1/11/2003
Reviewed By: Glen H. Crawford, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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