<s>[INST] ring worm. I been having this for about a year.I have treated for it with creams ketoconasole 2%, twice daily, Mentax twice daily. pills Fluconazole 50mg once a day + creams for 2 weeks, then Griseofulvinmcr 500mg + creams 1 per day for 2 weeks. These helped some but I still have some ring worms on my legs calfs and back of my thighs, will tea tree oil help, would vinegar help thanks for any info you can give me Leonard Bacon YYYY@YYYY [/INST] Welcome to ChatDoctorHello, Ringworm is a fungal infection is contagiousMode of spread1. It spreads when you have skin-to-skin contact with a person or animal that has it2. It can also spread when you share things like towels, clothing, or sports gear.3. You can also get ringworm by touching an infected dog or cat, although this form of ringworm is not common. The reason your infection may be reoccurring are 1. Touching/scathing the infected area than touching other parts of your body2. Using the same towel or clothing after cleaning the infected marabou can prevent it by1. Not touching any other parts after a scratch2. Sterilizing the towel and frequently used clothing 3. Continuing the medication for longer period of time 4. Maintain proper hygiene including hand wash after touching the infected areaVinegar is said to help due to its potassium content and the alkalinity, but there is no data to prove this Thanks regard Chat Doctor.  </s>