Ringworm

[dawnkitty]

This isnt specific to seniors but I have been battling it for 2 weeks. Has anyone ever dealt with this? It started with one spot on my leg.. now I have several spots on my other leg, one on my butt and it turns out the blemishes on my face are actually ringworm too. I go to the doc tuesday, I have been using OTC cream. Im just hoping it doesnt spread to my scalp because it will cause bald patches

 

[Keesha]

Yes I have had ringworm and successfully gotten rid of it with organic Apple Cider Vinegar.
Wash area and apply ACV three times a day.
Coconut oil is great for protecting it as well as relieving any itch.

Original listerine works well as it’s antifungal and anti bacterial.

Here’s a good list of treat worthy sources but I’d like to add that if these don’t work right away, you should see your doctor.

https://www.healthline.com/health/home-remedies-for-ringworm

 

[Giantsfan1954]

I have a condition called granuloma annulare,it presents looking just like ringworm,I was covered with it,my primary was clueless,finally went to dermatology and they knew what it is.
It's not contagious,like ringworm.

 

[jujube]

And then there's impetigo, also known as the Florida Disease, because it's common in the dirt around here. It gets into a cut or scrape and causes a yucky rash. Mostly children suffer from it because what kids don't have some cut or scrape on them? But adults can get it, too.

 

[dawnkitty]

update, the doc said I have
Pityriasis Rosea its sometimes mistaken for ringworm
whew what a relief and he gave me some steroid cream but its going away now yay

 

[RadishRose]

That's good news.

 

[Kaila]

I'm glad you got back to us about it, @dawnkitty
Skin problems seem like they should be straightforward and obvious,
but they are often very confusing, instead!