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Fixed Drug Eruption

Fixed drug eruption is an allergic reaction developed on the same site after a particular drug is taken. It is often caused due to the intake of antibiotics, antiepileptics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and Phenothiazines. Even taking cashews and licorice causes fixed drug eruption. Avoiding the intake of the causative agent can help prevent this condition.

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I have a new patch on my lip that is flat and round. Is that cancer?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old female, not taking any medications. I have a flat, round to oval new lip patch. I noticed this about two to three months ago, no other symptoms other than the appearance of it and it is about 8 mm. It is light purple or brown in color. Please advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. In my opinion, there is two to three differential diagnosis of your lesion. 1. Lichen planus - This could result due to many reasons or sun exposure. Treatment is sunprotection by frequent application of any sunblock. Try to apply sunb...  Read Full »

I have small red bumps on my penis. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have small red bumps on the penile head since a week. They occurred possibly after I took antibiotics for tonsil infection. It caused acidity. It started with mild itching on penile head. The itching subsided after a couple of days, but the small red bumps are still present. They are...  Read Full »


Dr. Raman Tanwar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. These bumps could be a result of infection or fixed drug eruption. You also need to retract your prepuce and clean the glans with soap while bathing up to the coronal area. Please send me a picture and also let me know the exact name of the medications that you took. I ...  Read Full »

I need help for my recurrent drug eruption due to Fluconazole.

Query: Hello doctor, I experienced a fixed drug eruption three years ago due to fluconazole medication. I received treatment, which resolved the issue but left hyperpigmentation on my scrotum and penis. I mistakenly took a fluconazole tablet again, resulting in a recurrence of the same symptoms. This inc...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and will help you accordingly. The differential diagnosis for your condition includes Sscrotal eczema, frictional dermatosis, or a possible allergic reaction to Fluconazole. I suggest you do the following to manage your symptoms: Avoid k...  Read Full »

What can be the shiny red blister on the side of my shaft?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a slight shiny red blister or sore on the side of my shaft. I occasionally get some white discharge and a smell from it. There is no pain. What can be the diagnosis?  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I would keep a possibility of either erosive lichen planus or Zoon's balanitis, or a fixed drug eruption (FDE). Is there any recent history of intake of drugs or medicine? Are you sexually acti...  Read Full »

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