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You can but it might not do any good.

Ringworm is not a bacterial infection (nor is it a worm), but is a fungus that affects the skin, hair and nails. It is, therefore, usually treated with a topical antifungal preparation, the same way athelete's foot, a related fungus, is treated.

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An antifungal will kill ring worm. You can find them in the drug store. Usually it is a cream and not a pill.

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"Azoles"perscribed by a doctor.

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