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I have body acne for 10 years. How to treat them?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from body acne since ten years. It is present on my upper arms, shoulders, back and buttocks. I have been using Benzoyl peroxide 5 % since six months. But there has been no effect at all. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Benzoyl peroxide alone is not going to work. Please send the photographs of the affected area to find out the grade of acne and to prescribe you the proper treatment. Read Full »
I had a right side upper molar issue and was diagnosed as chronic sinusitis. Kindly advice.
Query: Hello doctor, A few months ago I had a right side upper molar issue. I went to a clinic and was given an antibiotic, but it did not help. I went to the clinic after some days, and I asked for Clindamycin and still there was no result. The dentist tapped on the tooth, and there was no pain. He surmis... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to get a professional evaluation because your symptoms may lead to septal perforation, nasal bleeding and permanent loss of sense of smell. I would advise going for nasal endoscopy if you were to do that then follow it up if needed with a CT scan of nose and s... Read Full »
I have been suffering from severe acne. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,Please look at my acne and let me know if you think it is mild or severe. Please help.Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). It is a severe type of acne. Pimple is somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you to do the following: 1. Do not use hair oil or stic... Read Full »
I have acne that does not resolve. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have had acne for the past four to five years. Despite being careful with my food choices and having the required amount of water, it does not go away. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. I have seen your query and understand your concern. Firstly, you need to consult a dermatologist nearby to assess the grade and severity of acne. If acne is mild, topical anti-acne creams like Clindamyci... Read Full »
I am having a dental infection with facial swelling. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently dealing with a dental infection accompanied by facial swelling. I visited the dentist for the affected tooth approximately four months ago, but extraction was postponed due to high blood pressure. I have been working with my doctor to manage my blood pressure, and I was ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. Thank you for reaching out and I am here to assist you. Regarding your dental infection symptoms, I suggest you discontinue your current medication and start the following: Injection Ceftriaxone 1g once daily for one week. Take tablet Acetaminophen 500 mg oral... Read Full »
How to treat localized yellow spot on the nose?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a yellow spot on the right nose. When something touches it like air or finger, it gets irritated and sneezing happen for at least five to six times or more. So, I captured photos to see it, and it appeared as localized yellow spot. I applied Clindamycin, but no much effect so far. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the images provided (attachment removed to protect patient identity), the most likely diagnosis seems to be a blocked gland, similar to a pimple that we commonly encounter on the face. The skin is covered in tiny pores, each housing a hair follicle and an oil... Read Full »
Please specify the treatment for acne and its scars.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 17 year old male. I have been suffering from pimples, acne, and scar since two years. I have many black spots on my face. Please help me. What can I do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne in this age is a result of overactivity of your oil glands due to hormonal changes. Additionally, manipulating with fingers, application of non-tested home remedies and dandruff can cause bigger acne with infection. You could apply Clindamycin gel twice a day to ... Read Full »
I am experiencing vaginal pain post-protected sex. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,My boyfriend and I had sex for the second time two days back which is one day after my cycle ends. We used a condom for protection. I have some pain in my vaginal area. I am currently using Lox jelly for pain relief. Will I be pregnant? Also, my boyfriend ejaculated on time. Pleas... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not see any chance for you to get pregnant. Usually, the ovulation will occur only around the 12th to the 16th day of periods. Life of the egg is 24 hours and that of the sperm is 72 hours. There is no chance of the egg being available on the 8th day of the peri... Read Full »
How to treat thrush during pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 weeks pregnant and have intense itching in the vagina. I assume this is thrush. It started two weeks ago. So, I used a pessary and cream and things improved. About five days later, it got worse again. So, I repeated the pessary and cream treatment. Things again improved but fou... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The test to be done is the high vaginal swab culture test (HVS) which can help isolate the causative organism and then the treatment should be directed towards the cause. The presence of itching and white discharge per vaginam do indicate thrush, but you have to unde... Read Full »
I get pimples whenever I eat spicy hot foods. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old male. Whenever I eat something spicy like patties or any hot food overnight, I get pimples on my cheeks. They are the red and yellow type and do not fade away easily. Sometimes, I have to compromise on my favorite dishes. Please suggest a remedy. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pimples occur due to hormonal changes and oily accumulation in the skin. I suggest following these steps: 1. Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on the face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. 3. Avoid dust. 4. Use sunscreens above 30 SPF. 5. ... Read Full »