Question

During your shift at the clinic, a young man arrives with a red, scaly rash formed into rings. What is this patient’s diagnosis likely to be? What causes this condition? How can he avoid this rash in the future?

Answer 1

Ringworm. It is cause by a fungus that is spread easily with skin to skin contact. Frequent washing of hands, keeping skin clear and dry, and wearing shower shoes in the shower can be beneficial.

Answer 2

Answer:

The young man characterized with red scaly rash formed to rings is likely to be diagnosed with severe skin irritation which is caused when the skin contacts irritants such jewellery, necklaces and other materials made from gold, silver and bronze. The young man can only ovoid skin rash in future by stopping wearing necklace, jewellery and all materials made from gold and other valuable minerals.

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