ringworm

[Monkey20]

i have a spot that is supposedly a ringworm. every sight i go to says ring worm is usually circular rough on the outside ring and smooth and healthy looking on the inside. the one on my arm is just the opposite. it is rough on the inside and smooth on the outside but both outside and inside are raised and redish. is this still a ringworm

[Monkey20]

Thank you so much. I have being to get to a dermatologist but there are not many around where I live so I  am in the process of seraching. But i will keep you posted. I have been antifungus cream on it for ringworm and does look to be drying up but it is a very slow process from the looks of it.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
From the symptoms the possibility of nummular dermatitis needs to be ruled out. Nummular dermatitis is a sort of eczema and allergic reaction is an important cause. Take some antihistaminic like Benadryl or Claritin and apply some calamine lotion on the rash. Also wear cotton clothes and keep the skin sweat free. If the symptoms persist then please get it examined from a dermatologist.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.