If not treated, ringworm can spread and the skin can become irritated and painful. Skin blisters and cracks can become infected with bacteria. If this happens, you may need to take antibiotics.
How long does ringworm last without treatment?
Most mild cases of ringworm usually clear up in 2 to 4 weeks. But treatment might be needed for up to 3 months if the infection is more serious, or affects the nails or the scalp.
Can untreated ringworm make you sick?
Some people also get a fever and generally feel unwell. Although rare, the fungi that cause ringworm can sometimes cause a deeper infection called Mojocchi's granuloma . 17 Ringworm typically affects just the surface of the skin, called the epidermis.
Can ringworms go without treatment?
There's no set time limit for a ringworm infection. Without treatment, it may go away on its own in a matter of months in a healthy person. Or it may not. Ringworm on the body is usually treated with a topical ointment such as terbinafine.
Can ringworm damage permanent?
Ringworm scars are usually brown or discolored and flat. They may cover large or small patches of skin. Some scarring caused by ringworm can be permanent. Scarring isn't necessarily harmful, and scars usually fade over time.
Can ringworm get serious?
About ringworm and other fungal infections Despite its name, ringworm doesn't have anything to do with worms. Other similar fungal infections can affect the scalp, feet, groin and nails. These fungal infections, medically known as "tinea", are not serious and are usually easily treated.
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