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Query: Hello doctor, I have a problem with the foreskin. I cannot pull back the skin as it has developed cracks in the tip area. Please advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A cracked, irritated, or fissured foreskin could be due to a number of reasons. If you have diabetes mellitus, both diagnosed or undiagnosed, it could cause a fungal infection of the foreskin leading to cracking. If you are not a known case of diabetes, you must ge... Read Full »
I have a fungal skin infection. Could it be causing the stomach problems I am experiencing?
Query: Hi doctor, I have skin problem that looks like a fungal infection, and my doctor has prescribed an antifungal medication. I also have stomach problems like constipation and diarrhea (with painful cramps). My blood report and endoscopy with sigmoidoscopy are normal. I want to know whether this funga... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It may be fungal, but the possibility is rare for an immunocompetent individual. To confirm, it is best to get a full blood count and stool routine microscopic examination done. If test results are normal, then it is not fungal. Are the abdominal cramps relieved by defeca... Read Full »