Is eczema fungal?
My younger sister has these red patches on her skin and the doctor said it could be eczema. Someone told my mom that it's a fungal infection, like ringworm. Is eczema actually fungal, or is it something else?
My younger sister has these red patches on her skin and the doctor said it could be eczema. Someone told my mom that it's a fungal infection, like ringworm. Is eczema actually fungal, or is it something else?
Listen, eczema is absolutely not a fungal infection so stop buying those random anti-fungal creams from the chemist. It is actually an inflammatory skin issue. Please go to a proper dermatologist and get it diagnosed first instead of doing self-medication.
Yes, I agree with others that it is not fungal. Just keep the area well moisturized with a very gentle, fragrance-free lotion until you see a doc.
Eczema isn't fungal, it is mostly related to your body's internal inflammation and skin barrier. Sometimes eating certain inflammatory foods can trigger it. Keeping a clean diet helps, but first get a proper checkup to know what you are dealing with.
Honestly, my brain is fried from staying up all night, but even I know eczema isn't fungal. I tried putting an over-the-counter ringworm cream on my rash once and my skin literally screamed. Save your energy and your money, just ask a doctor.
Please don't assume it's fungal and treat it yourself. I once ignored my dry patches thinking it was just some minor fungal thing and used wrong creams, which made my skin so much worse. Go to a skin specialist before it flares up badly.
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No, it's not fungal at all. Eczema is an autoimmune response where your skin barrier gets weak and dry. Mixing up fungal infections and eczema is very common, so it's always best to get a clear diagnosis from a skin specialist.
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