Ultraviolet light treatment for stubborn ringworm
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests if ultraviolet B (UVB) light therapy can help treat ringworm infections that have not cleared with standard antifungal pills. It may be an option if you have had multiple ringworm infections or one that keeps coming back.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with ringworm on your body or groin area.
- You have taken antifungal pills (like terbinafine or itraconazole) for at least 4 weeks without success.
- You have had at least 2 ringworm infections in the past 6 months, or the infection has come back after treatment.
- You must not have used any antifungal creams, pills, or steroid creams in the 2 weeks before starting the study.
- You must not have other skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, or conditions that make your skin sensitive to light.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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