Pitted keratolysis is a condition that causes small holes in the top layer of the skin. This condition is mostly seen in the soles of the feet, but it can develop even in the palms of the hands. It is commonly seen in people who walk barefoot and live in tropical areas. Apart from the holes on the skin, it can also create a bad odor.
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Does a painful lesion indicate cutaneous filariasis?
Query: Hi doctor, Six months ago, I had small scab-like things that were painful, but I realized that most of them look like they had an orange excretion around them. And it did not look like a regular scab. When I went to go and see if the scab would pull off suddenly, the brown circle pulled back into m... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to your statement, you have been suffering from red itchy swellings or Calabar swellings associated with surrounding urticaria and pruritus, feeling of something moving under the skin, holes in the skin, chronic abscesses, etc. According to the pictures pro... Read Full »
I have lot of acne over my face after pregnancy and have dots on my arms and legs. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a skin condition on my arms and legs with dots. It looks like strawberry skin. I have tried many home remedies, which have not worked. I am very afraid of wearing sleeveless. Also, is there anything to remove my acne? I am not on any medication; I just had a child recently. After d... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is keratosis pilaris. It is due to dryness, lack of skin hydration, and vitamin deficiency. I suggest you follow below instructions. Apply Cetaphil moisturizing lotion immediately after bath and two to three times daily for 20 days. Take Ta... Read Full »
I have random large holes on my nose that look like blackheads, but nothing is inside them. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have random large holes on my nose that look like blackheads, but nothing is inside. Also, rock hard pimple that has been on my nose for over a year. What is it? It is so embarrassing. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclniq.com. I have seen your query and examined the attached picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). From your descriptions, you have developed pustular acne with blackheads, which means you have grade 2 or 3 acne. You can use topical 1 % Clindamycin gel i... Read Full »
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