Can simultaneous fever and chills indicate HIV infection?
Hello doctor,
For the last two days, I have a headache, fever, chills, sweating, and body ache. On contacting my doctor, he advised me to go for a dengue test in which NS1Ag came positive, and the doctor has advised for an ELISA test which is yet to be done. Now, I am worried as the HIV symptoms are same as that of dengue. Am I infected with HIV? Also, I traveled back to my country 10 days back to see my wife. She started having the same symptoms as me at exactly the same time. I have been sexually active outside my marriage for the last couple of year. I had unprotected oral sex, as well as protected penetrative sex with sex workers a couple of times. The last time my wife and I had sex was nine months ago, after which she conceived and gave birth to our baby last month. Her last HIV test was done seven months ago, as part of the pregnancy check up. As I can see from the reports available it was negative. But, since she is having similar symptoms, I am extremely worried for the three of us. Please let me know if all is well.
23 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
Is there any cream to treat wrinkles in hands and feet?
Hello doctor,
I am 21 years old but my skin is very loose and it looks very old get wrinkled on the upper part of my hands, feet and also in some other parts. Some areas are too stiff. I never get exposed to the sun. For these, I am using Nivea SPF30. I take proper diet with fruits and vegetables but my problem is not solved. I have consulted a lot of dermatologists but there is no improvement. I do not want any wonder results but I need some improvement. I was very depressed by this condition. Please suggest any lotion or cream to solve my problem.
18 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
Hi doctor,
I am a 23 year old male. I am currently in a relationship with a girl. I would like to have sexual affair with her but I am shy. I request some tips on how to have safe sex and how to approach the entire act. I have searched the internet but it is more confusing. Secondly, I want my partner to try out blowjob. Is it safe? What precaution should I take? And how can I lubricate my penis? Thank you in advance.
16 Feb 2024 - 1 min read
I have been on Isotretinoin for four months. How to stop it?
Hello doctor,
I had a severe skin infection and almost cured under my doctor's medication. I have been prescribed Sotret 20 mg (Isotretinoin) for four months. I am married. So, should I continue this? Already four months are done, and progress is 80%. Whenever I am under Isotretinoin medication, pimples are not coming back. Recently I have stopped it, and some are appearing. But, the severe infection has gone. The scars on my face are still there, and not turning into the state as I had before. I am using Kojivit gel and Faceclin gel. Please suggest some way of removing the scars. Also, which sunscreen shall I use to remove the tan from my hand?
16 Feb 2024 - 1 min read
Why is antifungal medicine not working for my skin problem?
Hello doctor,
I am suffering from a skin condition for about four years in groin area as you can see in the attached pictures. There is a dark brown area with sharp borders on upper inner thighs where scrotum touches thighs. There is no itch, pain or burning sensation and it is not raised and also very plain. I went to a dermatologist and he diagnosed it as a fungal infection by just seeing it. After taking antifungal tablet and applying topical cream for about 35 days there is no noticeable improvement in the appearance of the affected area. If it is a fungal infection then it will itchy. I ignored it for four years because nothing seems serious in it. The picture was taken before treatment and all the others are of today. Can you see any improvement? I am getting married soon. Please tell me what is it. What treatment should I go for?
08 Feb 2024 - 1 min read
