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Answered by Dr. Filza Hafeez

What causes blue and black lines on the toenail?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need to see a clear picture of your lesion to make a diagnosis. Kindly send a clear picture. Thank you..

June 5, 2026

What could cause redness and swelling after a nose piercing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you follow a few instructions mentioned below. Apply a topical antibiotic on the pieced site. Apply warm compresses on the affected region for relief.

May 22, 2026

What could cause testicle pain, penis discharge, and frequent urination after having sex?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. These symptoms show no response to antibiotics. You have a fungal infection of the urinary system. You need to take oral anti-fungal capsules like Fluconazole 150 milligrams daily for 7 days. Thank you.

March 4, 2026

What causes brown bruises to last over a year?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Have you taken any painkillers or antibiotics recently? It seems the rashes might be due to a drug allergy. Sometimes, even common painkillers can cause such reactions. Do the rashes turn red after you take any medication? These types of rashes typically start as red patches and, over time, become bluish-purple, then eventually turn blackish-brown.

December 23, 2025

How long does ringworm infection take to fully heal?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, you can still spread the infection to yourself after 12 days of treatment, as completing the full four to six-week course is necessary. Since you have taken two doses of 300 mg so far, you should continue the treatment as prescribed. It is best to wait until after the full six-week course before shaving your head or face to prevent further spread.

May 9, 2025

How to manage acne and red spots on the face?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. These red pimples are called post-inflammatory erythema. You should use a small amount (pea-sized) of Adapalene gel on your entire face at night for two weeks. Also, use Clindamycin lotion once every morning.

April 19, 2025

Is red-dotted fluorescence on the skin bacterial infection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) you shared show a mixture of colors from white to blue to pink. So I will go with your thoughts that they are microparticles from occupational exposure. Now coming to your questions. Only fluorescent pink bacteria is Corynebacterium, mostly causing infection in armpits.

June 27, 2024

Will scarring alopecia or alopecia areata cause hair fall?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. From the history you shared, it seems like a fungal infection of the scalp, which is quite common in this age group. Fungal infections of the scalp usually cause hair loss, but it is nothing to worry about. But the hair growth may be retarded a bit.

June 11, 2024

How do I treat the recurring red spots on the penis head?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. All laboratory reports are within normal limits (attachment removed to protect patient's identity). Please share the pictures of red spots for making a visual diagnosis. The red spots may be because of the over-sensitivity to your soap and toiletries or because of wearing too tight undergarments.

January 30, 2024

What is the treatment for red boils on the face?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. This is called folliculitis barbae. So I suggest you do not trim your hair very close to your skin and apply an antiseptic after every hair trim..

January 17, 2024

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