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My mother suffers from recurrent yeast infections. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My mother suffers from recurrent breastfold yeast infections. She takes Bactrim twice daily for about three months to fend off bladder Escherichia coli UTIs (urinary tract infections). She was able to gain final control over the yeast after a few weeks when Canesten could not, by using... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. Yeast or fungal infection is always a treatable condition, although wetness and moisture sometimes cause a recurrence of fungal infection. If you take the medicine properly, the fungal infection will go away. Apply Ketoconazole cr... Read Full »
Is there any risk if Ketakonozole Lotion is swallowed?
Query: Hello doctor, Recently, I applied KZ Lotion on my scalp. After washing my hands with soap, I ate food as I was hungry. I did not notice any lotion present on my hand but I suspect I had not washed my hands properly. I am currently on Warfarin. Could that minute amount of KZ lotion have adverse effec... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This shampoo has antifungal agents. They are as such, not harmful if taken in very small amounts. Now, if by mistake you have consumed a small amount of it, I do not find any reason to worry, as slight systemic absorption of any lotion or cream applied occurs nor... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I keep getting ringworm rashes repeatedly, even after treatment near the perineum, which causes irritation. The rash keeps getting larger each time. I have used ketoconazole and Eberconazole and Mometasone creams. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It appears to be tinea corporis. I would suggest you apply 1% Luliconazole cream or Terbinafine cream at night for six weeks. Wash the area with Ketoconazole soap or gentle face wash for two months. Avoid scratching and rubbing of lesion... Read Full »
I have been suffering from a ringworm infection for the last two years. Kindly suggest a treatment.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from a ringworm infection for the last two years. I consulted many doctors, but it did not solve my problem. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the history and image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) provided by your end, and I understand your concern. Ringworm or Tinea corporis infection needs consistent treatment and usually recurs due to stagnation of moisture and ... Read Full »
I have some problem on my penis skin. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have some problem on my penis skin. My age is 23 and I do not have any other problem. Today, I got my blood test done. I have attached the photos of penis for your reference. Kindly help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and need some details about the problem. Is there any history of unprotected sexual intercourse recently? Are the lesions itchy or painful? How long the lesions are present? Did you take any treatm... Read Full »