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Can hydrogen peroxide kill ringworm?
H2O2 does not kill ringworm because the ringworm are usually a fungus infection and it is too deep in the epidermis to really penetrate the fungus. Thus Hydrogen Peroxide is not supposed to be used
Does UV light kill ringworm?
yes the UV light kills the fungus
Can elimite kill ringworm?
No. In spite of its name, ringworm is a fungus, not a worm/parasite. The treatment is antifungal medication, not antihelminthic medication.
Does triple antibiotic cream cure ringworm?
No, ringworm is a fungus not a bacteria. It needs to be treated with a fungicidal. In fact, there is a small chance using triple antibiotic cream may make it worse since antibiotic creams are usually made to kill bacteria only. If you kill all the bacteria in the area, it may kill the fungus's (ringworm) competition and allow it to flourish.
Does cold kill mold?
Cold does not kill mold. Certain temperatures can stop the growth of mold, but not kill it.
How do you stop ringworm from spreading to more parts of your body started as one ring on back now is all over back stomach?
Ringworm is a fungus. The best thing to do is to see your doctor. He can give you pills to take that will kill the fungus. He may also recommend a topical ointment such as an athlete's foot medication.
Can an antimicrobial solution kill ringworm?
Lysol will not kill ringworm according to Lysol.
Does hot or cold temperatures kill bacteria?
hot water can not exactly kill germs and cold wter does not have a chance but boiling water can kill all the germs
What temperature kills ringworm?
You could not get your skin hot enough to kill the ringworm without burning yourself.
Will extreme cold temperatures kill viruses on surfaces?
Some viruses are sensitive to cold- most bacteria are.
Which fungus kills pesticides?
Fungus does not kill pesticides, pesticides (fungicide to be exact) kill fungus.
Will chlorine bleach kill fungus?
Yes, bleach will kill fungus.
