A superficial dermatophyte infection known as tinea faciei affects only the face's glabrous skin. The infection can manifest itself on any part of the face, including the upper lip and chin, in juvenile and female patients. When a dermatophyte infection affects the beard, it is known as tinea barbae in men. The majority of tinea faciei cases can be treated with topical antifungal medications.
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I have recurrent itchy rashes on my forehead. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have some kind of rash on my forehead in two to three places. I have been using Candid on it. It does get better but then again comes back. I do feel itching sometimes. I think it grows back when I sweat more. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I would like to know a few answers, Since how long do you have the above problem? Are there any similar lesions elsewhere in the body? Any raised blood sugar level? Kindly share a picture to assess it better. Thanks. Read Full »