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Ringworm

Relief from dermatophytosis

Ringworm is a very common fungal infection of the skin or hair. When ringworm occurs on the body, it is called tinea corporis. On the scalp, it is tinea capitis.

Ringworm scalp consultation with Dr. Nektalova in New York City

Ringworm is contagious and can be picked up from direct contact with an infected person, pets, or contaminated objects, such as combs, brushes, hats, or scarves. Poor hygiene and excess sweating can make it easier for people to catch ringworm.

On the skin, ringworm appears as an itchy, red, ring-shaped patch or rash with scale around the edge. On the scalp, it may appear as scaly patches of hair loss. Scalp ringworm, or tinea capitis, is more common in children. The hair loss is not permanent. Once the fungal infection is treated, the hair should grow back normally.

Ringworm is treated either with anti-fungal creams or pills. Sharing of clothing, towels, brushes, hats, and scarves should be avoided until treatment is complete.

To learn more about ringworm, visit aad.org.

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To learn more about ringworm treatment options, contact Spring Street Dermatology in SOHO, or Uptown, NYC to schedule a consultation. You can also schedule an appointment online here.

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Tinea Versicolor

Tinea versicolor looks like small, scaly, white, pink, or brown spots and usually occurs on the upper arms, chest, back, neck, or face.

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Warts

Warts are noncancerous growths caused by an infection of the top layers of the skin by the human papilloma virus. There are several different types of wart and their appearance varies depending on their location.

Patch Testing

Patch testing is used for patients with dermatitis to find out whether substances coming into contact with the skin are causing or aggravating their condition.

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