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Ichthammol Ointment Treat Ringworms
Fungal infections of the skin are surprisingly common. Unfortunately, when they have a name like ringworm, they cause panic and misunderstanding. Parents become emotional about this issue, feeling that they have been negligent in their child's hygiene. School nurses may fear epidemics and demand that the child be removed from the...
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Ringworm
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatophytid; TineaTreatmentTo care for ringworm:Keep your skin clean and dry.Apply over-the-counter antifungal or drying powders, lotions, or... Read more »
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