I'm kind of worried because I've had this red spot on my arm for about two weeks now, and it's really itchy. It seems to be getting bigger, almost like a ringworm. Any idea what might be causing this, or what I should do about it?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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This could be fungal infection u need to evaluate with your Dermatologist and get appropriate treatment with oral antifungal medications and topical lotions,once the infection is resolved your hair fall would come down,I suggest you not to use minoxidil with active fungal infection,above this your personal hygiene care is more important.

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