i have this thing on my arm
it is like a patch of dry skin
it was pink a while ago (aroung memorial day time)
not very pink
its almost a perfect circle
its very slightly raised
about the size of a nickle
it is starting to go away i think (less raised, less dryness, barely pink)
it isnt very noticeable, but for all i know i should go to the doctor
does anyone know what it is or have any advice on what i should do to it?
by the way, it doesn't itch and ive never had it before
2006-06-22 14:01:33 · 19 answers · asked by um yea hi 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
i really appreciate everyone's answers
i looked up symptoms of ringworm since many said thats what they thought it was, and im still not sure if it is that or not.
please continue to give me answers if you have any new idea about what it may be or how to care for it.
thanks you so much!
2006-06-22 14:29:09 · update #1
Ringworm of the body is one of several forms of ringworm, a fungal infection that develops on the top layer of your skin. It's characterized by an itchy, red circle of rash with healthy looking skin in the middle.
Also called tinea corporis, ringworm of the body is closely Ringworm of the body is one of several forms of ringworm, a fungal infection that develops on the top layer of your skin. It's characterized by an itchy, red circle of rash with healthy looking skin in the middle.
ringworm affects your arms legs trunk and face.
The signs and symptoms of ringworm include:
A circle of rash on your skin that's red and inflamed around the edge and healthy looking in the middle
Slightly raised expanding rings of red, scaly skin on your trunk or face
A round, flat patch of itchy skin
More than one patch of ringworm may appear on your skin, and patches or red rings of rash overlap.you can have ringworm without the red ring.treatment..For a mild case of ringworm, your doctor may advise you to apply an over-the-counter antifungal ointment, lotion, powder or spray. Most infections respond well to these topical agents, which include:
Clotrimazole (Lotrimin, Mycelex)
Miconazole (Micatin)
Terbinafine (Lamisil)
If ringworm is severe or doesn't respond to over-the-counter medicine, you may need a prescription-strength topical or oral medication. These include topical econazole,,miconazole.oxiconazole...oral.....itrazonale,,fluconazle,,,
2006-06-22 16:03:06 · answer #1 · answered by purple 6 · 5⤊ 2⤋
Sounds like ringworm. No, it is not a worm but is in fact a fungal infection. Go to the store and get an anti-fungal cream and apply it every morning and evening until it is completely gone. It really isn't a big deal unless it gets on your scalp as it will make your hair fall out. Don't scratch at it and them touch other places as you can easily spread it on yourself and others. If you have a cat, give it a bath. Cats can transmit ringworm without showing signs of having it.
2006-06-22 21:11:10 · answer #2 · answered by NoFearIamHere 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have had something like that for like half a year
i got it at the beginning of the year on my leg,
it almost looks kind of like a scab, except i didn't get scratched there or anything...
my roomate and i did research on it, and decided it couldn't be ringworm (i forget why, now ...)
it went away for a few weeks and then it came back and i've had it again for a few months
i'm planning on going to the dermatologist but i'm lazy, and it doesn't seem lifethreatening so i'm putting it off
but i will definitely go - you probably should too -
2006-06-22 21:07:35 · answer #3 · answered by K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whenever you have a spot on you're skin that changes colors you should always get it checked out, it could be skin cancer. The sooner you get it taken care of the less of a health risk it is. Best of luck!
2006-06-22 21:06:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a guess, but when I first got my psoriasis it started just like that. One little spot a little raised and pinkish color. You can ask the doctor for some hydrocortisone to try on it. Just an idea.
2006-06-22 21:08:25 · answer #5 · answered by Terry C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ringworm? Search it online
2006-06-22 21:04:25 · answer #6 · answered by Katie Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ring Worm
Go to the doctor straight away!!!
Even if it's not ring worm you should still go to the doctor
2006-06-22 21:05:20 · answer #7 · answered by Skylar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like ring worm to me, go to the doctor or your local pharmarcy for treatment.
2006-06-22 21:08:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this sounds very much like ring worm. See a doctor. It is easily cured.
2006-06-23 08:53:50 · answer #9 · answered by meagain2238 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go with ring worm too. get some cortazone 10 from a drug store.
2006-06-22 21:10:21 · answer #10 · answered by Bebo T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋