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I have had bruises and bumps appearing on my arms and legs. What does it indicate?
Query: Hello doctor,I am an 18-year-old male with 5 feet and 9 inches in height. I am not sure what to say but, I have had these strange bruises appearing on my hands, more than one and some are tender while others are not. I also have these bumps throughout my arms and leg. I think there are some around m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Such manifestations are generally seen in viral or bacterial infections, and drug reactions. You had carried out blood work. What was the total leukocyte count? Were there atypical lymphocytes? If it was increased then your symptoms are due to bacterial infection and... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I began experiencing insect bites during my vacation three days ago, and they continue to persist even after returning home today. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Kindly provide the following details for further clarification: age, symptoms, distribution or site of lesions, duration, travel history, details of other family members, information about any associated diseases or ongoing treatments, any conducted investigations, clear... Read Full »
I suffer from a cluster of bug-bite-like lesions on my back that pain when pressed. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 38-year-old otherwise healthy male. I woke up with a cluster of bug-bite-like lesions on my back. I only have pain when pressing but no itchiness. It got worse the next day. I noticed a mildly painful swollen lymph node under my axilla. I started to use Fucicort cream twice a day... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have gone through your history. In my opinion, it is insect bite contact dermatitis or you can say the allergic reaction to the insect sting. It is fine to apply Fucicort cream (Fusidic acid and Betamethasone) two to three times a day. Sometimes the reaction get worsen... Read Full »