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Itching

Itching or pruritus is the irritating sensation that you have, which relieves on scratching. Some common conditions that cause itching are dry skin, food allergy, end-stage kidney disease, candidiasis, cirrhosis, contact dermatitis, hives, skin rashes, impetigo, body or head lice.

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I am suffering from hair loss and hot scalp along with itching and sweating. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I experienced hair loss. Now my scalp gets hot, and it makes me hot. Sometimes I have severe itching and break out. Every time I go to sleep, I sweat a lot. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I will explain everything about hair loss in points. 1. 100 to 150 hair fall every day is very normal. So should consider hair fall if the number of hair fall is more than this. 2. Generalized hair falls in females are mostly due to stress, poor sleep, poor nutrition ...  Read Full »

I have rashes on the penis and itchy testes. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have itching on the left side of my testicle and also two white rashes on the top end of my penis. What are they?Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, attach some photo of the area where you are having itching so that it is easy to diagnose the condition and provide an effective treatment. From your description, it could be either scrotal dermatitis or a fungal infection. Thank you.   Read Full »

I have been suffering from a fungal infection. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from a fungal infection on my thighs for the past two years. I used a lot of creams, but they have not been helpful. There is itching and a lot of scaly rashes. I am taking a Safecet tablet and Sapat lotion now. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hi, I welcome you to icliniq.com with a loving heart and with confidence that I will be able to help you with your medical issues better. Fungal infection, indeed, is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. Keep these precautions in mind the following: 1. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use po...  Read Full »

My arm pain and itchiness radiate to the shoulder. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 67-year-old. I have chronic itching on my left arm between my elbow and forearm that radiates up to my shoulder. I have had this condition for 20 years and it is getting worse day by day. The only way to get relief from pain is ice massage. The pain is constant with sudden increas...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. Kindly send me a photo of the area where you have the itching and pain, for proper diagnosis and to give effective treatment. As per your explanation regarding the problem that you are facing, it indicates a fungal infection, as the fungal infect...  Read Full »

My inner thighs have been itching for the past few days. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old man, and for the past three days, my inner thighs have been itching. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Fungal infection indeed is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. I suggest you follow the instructions and medicines that are mentioned below. Never leave the area moist. To keep it dry, frequently apply p...  Read Full »

I have had itching in my inner thighs and pubic area since five months. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old, and I have had itching on my inner thighs for about five months. Initially, the itching was not too bad, but it kept worsening. I have itching on my inner thighs up by my private parts and also in my pubic hairs. I never had a rash or anything to begin with. Now my i...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Fungal infection indeed is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. I suggest you keep these precautions in mind, 1. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use powder frequently to keep there dry. 2. Avoid scratching t...  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 »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

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 »

Why do I have redness and constant itching sensation in my penis?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 39 year old male. I weigh 89.7 kg. I have a constant itching sensation in the penis. Also, there is dirt around the foreskin. Even though I clean it frequently with fresh water, it is back in two to three hours. The tip of my penis is also redder than usual.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptoms indicate a fungal infection. Send me a picture of your condition for a more accurate treatment. Have you got yourself tested for diabetes? I suggest you take the following medications for at least three weeks: Tablet Fluka (Fluconazole) 150 mg every al...  Read Full »

What are the effective treatment options for persistent jock itch and genital fungal infections?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old. I have a fungal infection near my genitalia. I think this is a jock itch.it is very itchy and irritating to me. For two years, I have been suffering from this problem. Kindly suggest me the solution for recovering from this problem. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. Fungal infection indeed is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. First of all, you keep these precautions in mind. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use powder frequently to keep the area dry. Avoid itching and do not scratch it. ...  Read Full »

What is the treatment for itchy rashes around anus?

Query: Hi doctor, I have got rashes around my anus. They have grown into serious itch. It has been more than three months now, but I cannot get them treated. I applied Betamil GM, but in vain. Please tell me what to apply. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Stop that cream immediately. It is a fungal infection and you are using a wrong cream. Also keep the following precautions in mind. Do not keep the area wet at all. Use powder frequently to keep it dry. Avoid itching and do not scratch it. Change the undergarments r...  Read Full »

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