Q. What is the treatment for the fungal infection on my right hand?
Answered by Dr. Sampada Avinash Thakare and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
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Hello doctor,
I have one red spot on my right hand, which is a fungal infection. Sometimes, it will grow in other body parts like stomach or legs, but then automatically disappears in 2 to 3 days. I am so worried. What to do? What is the treatment for this?
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Dr. Sampada Avinash Thakare
MD(D.V.L
Cosmetology, Dermatology, Venereology
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
- Have you applied any creams? Do you have a history of diabetes or hypertension?
- In the case of a fungal infection, you can try using Onabet (Sertaconazole) cream or Episert (Sertaconazole) cream or DK gel (Miconazole), twice a day.
- But if there is a recurrence, then oral antifungal medications should be considered.
- Please send images, so I can suggest some medicines.
Revert with more information to a dermatologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist
Thank you doctor,
No doctor, I do not have diabetes or hypertension. I have sent images of the lesion.
Dr. Sampada Avinash Thakare
MD(D.V.L
Cosmetology, Dermatology, Venereology
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I have seen the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).
- There is no need of oral medication at present. I suggest you try applying the following after consulting your doctor.
- Terbikem (Terbinafine) cream, once daily.
- Episert or Onabet (Sertaconazole) cream, once daily for two weeks.
- If you notice new spots on other parts of the body, apply these creams.
For more information consult a dermatologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist
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