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I have black dry itchy patches on my groin. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have chronic dark black patches with dry, scaly skin around my groin area. There is itching and discharge after I scratch the affected area. It has been there for the past four years and has grown to form a big patch (7 to 8 cm). I want your advice. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. As per the history and the images provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the condition is called tinea cruris. It is a fungal infection that appears due to moisture retention. It can be transmitted by sharing the be... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have had swelling and itching around the vaginal area for the last two months. So I am unable to take part in intercourse properly. Kindly suggest.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and concern. It seems like you have tinea cruris. Tinea cruris is a fungal infection of the groin. I suggest you follow certain general measures: • Do not keep the area wet at all. Use Clotrimazole (Zinc-oxide) powder frequently to keep it dry.... Read Full »
How to get rid of itchy groin?
Query: Hello doctor, I have itchy boils on the scrotum and groin areas. During the day, I feel too itchy, and due to the itching, I have developed rashes which are painful. When I try to break them, it starts to bleed. Sometimes, I have the itchiness during the night as well. I have attached an image for y... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and seen your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It does look like a fungal infection. Due to the application of steroid-based products, the clinical picture has been altered. The use of a steroid-based product for a fungal... Read Full »
I am concerned because one of my nipples appears redder. Is it something serious?
Query: Hello doctor, For more than six weeks, one nipple has appeared slightly more red than the other—no additional symptoms. I have concerns that this is a warning of something terrible. After I showed him images, my doctor recently offered me a cream in case it became itchy. Simply put, I am anxious ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have gone through your case and the photos. (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The redness could be because of some infection or some irritant. Do you remember that in the last few days have yo... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I would like to ask about my friend's condition. She is 27 years old, with a history of eczema. She has papules and blister-like lesions on her chest, hand(resolved), and currently lower limb. Watery discharge and itchy as well. She is working as a pharmacist, she tried Hydrocortisone cr... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and understand your concern. I have examined your friend's picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It seems she has dyshidrotic dermatitis (Podopompholyx). Podopompholyx generally causes itching of the hands and feet, beca... Read Full »
I have been experiencing breakouts of pimples, itching, and redness after full face threading. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, It has been a week since I underwent full face threading, and I have experienced breakouts all over my face. These pimples are numerous, although they are quite small. They have emerged across my cheeks, forehead, and chin. I am seeking advice on how to alleviate this situation. Normal... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. Hormonal factors often influence pimples and can be exacerbated by oily skin. Here are some recommendations to address this concern: Refrain from applying hair oil and heavy creams to your face. Avoid consuming oily... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have been dealing with this issue for nearly two years now. I consulted a doctor previously, but I am uncertain if the diagnosis she provided was accurate, as I did not experience any improvement. Currently, I am experiencing intense itching all over my abdomen, thighs, beside the arm... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have reviewed your query and examined your picture (attachments removed to protect patient’s identity). It seems you may be suffering from either scabies or insect bite hypersensitivity. Scabies is an intensely itchy skin infestation caused by mites. The diagnosis of... Read Full »
My mother has black itchy spots on her feet. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My mother's skin has black spots somewhere on both feet that are just spreading linearly and causing itching. She has been having this problem for more than two years. We have consulted many doctors, but none can completely cure it as it grows during treatment as well. Prescribed medic... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query thoroughly and understand your concern. It seems your mother has developed lichen simplex chronicus. It arises because of repetitive scratching or rubbing, and there is a thickening of the skin with variable flakes. Lichen simplex chronicus usuall... Read Full »
Can itchy warts be treated with medication and diet?
Query: Hi doctor, I am having warts below my chin and in my underarms. The warts are itchy, especially when they come out for the first time. During hot and humid weather conditions, warts cause irritation and itchiness. Of late, they are growing in numbers around the neck, shoulders, and underarms. I usua... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case and attachments (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The best treatment for warts is cautery or fulguration. But you have recurrent warts, and these are not very big in size. I suggest you apply Duofilm lotion (a combina... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I have been bitten on my ankles, neck, shoulders, and abdomen by something. There are red spots that have formed, which are very itchy. It looks white in the middle and red around it. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about your situation. Based on the information provided, if you have been bitten by something, it could be from various sources like insects, spiders, or even certain types of plants. The red spo... Read Full »