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I used epilator on my face, which has caused redness. Please help.
Query: Hello Doctor, Two days ago I used an epilator on my upper lip, it became red and hurts a bit. Then I applied a cream to moisturize it. Today, after shower, I peeled it off. But the redness is still present. What do I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can clean the wound with warm saline water twice daily. You can apply some antibacterial creams like silverex (silver sulfadiazine) or soframycin (framycetin sulphate). It will heal on its own in a week's time, if not infected. If it does not heal, consult a derma... Read Full »
Why do I have a small raise on my vaginal opening?
Query: Hello doctor, A couple of weeks ago, I found a very small raise on my vaginal opening, much like a skin tag. I noticed the rise because of the burning sensation that was coming from that area. Since then, I have noticed that the bump has not grown bigger or smaller but has started burning the day I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be a boil that is an infection of hair follicles over the pubis, or it could be due to local irritation. It would be better if you shared the images of the lesion so that I can suggest medicine. Read Full »
I developed inflammation after picking blackheads. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a teenage girl, not on any medication. After picking on the blackhead on the nose, the area around it has turned red and formed a scab. It is yellow, and I am just scared it will worsen. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. It will not get worse, so do not worry. It will heal in two or three days, so do not touch it. Never pick blackheads, but I suggest you apply ointment Soframycin (Framycetin) twice a day for five days, and it wi... Read Full »
Can you get rabies from scratch of a vaccinated dog?
Query: Hello doctor, My dog is up-to-date on its vaccinations. But accidentally, my dog scratched me a couple of days ago. The scratch was hard enough to break the skin and cause bleeding. Would I need rabies or tetanus shot for this? Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. Yes, it is advisable to get a rabies vaccine as prophylactic. Since bleeding was there, you might be contaminated. However, the chances of rabies infection are rare because your dog is vaccinated. But still, f... Read Full »
Why does my 72-year-old father have pain and itching on his leg and fingers of the leg?
Query: Hello doctor, My 72-year-old father, an Alzheimer's patient, has pain and itching on his left leg and one of the fingers of the leg. In addition, the skin is dry and hollow on the second finger of the leg. I have attached the pictures of his leg and finger for your reference. Can you please suggest ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the attachments (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and understand your concern. The condition looks like a callus. I suggest you help your father to follow the below treatment plan. Soak his toe in water for 20 minutes and remove the ... Read Full »
My foreskin does not retract during intercourse and masturbation. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had oral sex three weeks ago. That day also I faced the same issue i.e I was unable to retract or pull back my foreskin completely, it took like three to four days to get to normal. Two days ago I masturbated and again facing the same issue i.e unable to retract the foreskin complete... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your attachment. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The foreskin opening appears to be slightly narrow due to which you are not able to pull up the foreskin easily. This may need some lubrication like KY jelly or coconut oil before pulling up th... Read Full »
Is it normal not to have dressing after having a surgery in armpit?
Query: Hello doctor, Due to accident, I have an injury in my arm, and stone has entered in armpit now the stone is taken out, and the doctor has recommended me not to have dressing. If I will not having dressing, then I could lead to infection. Can you please help me what I should do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the picture you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and it looks like it is still a raw wound, that recently happened and has not got time to heal. It is best to leave such injuries over the skin open with an ointment applied o... Read Full »