skin disorders
Beard Ringworm (Tinea Barbae)
Treatment of Beard Ringworm
Antifungal medications taken by mouth Sometimes a corticosteroid Treatment of tinea barbae is with an antifungal medication, such asgriseofulvin,terbinafine, oritraconazole, taken by mouth. If the area is severely inflamed, doctors may add a corticosteroid such asprednisonetaken by mouth to lessen symptoms and perhaps reduce the chance of scarring. 