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Antiseptic

Antiseptic is a substance applied on the injured region to avoid having infection, sepsis, or putrefaction. It stops the growth of microorganisms in the wounded area. Antiseptics are often used in surgical procedures in hospitals to reduce the risk of infection.

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I have three boils in my pubic region. Is it due to the old razor used for shaving?

Query: Hi doctor,I have three boils on my pubic region. I just traveled, and while getting back, I started getting this. I shaved this area with an old razor, I think, and used towels from the hotel and common toilets. Currently, I am applying antiseptic cream. Can you diagnose online if I send the picture...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is an erosion or ulcer in the pubic region with a secondary bacterial infection. Apply T-bact ointment (Mupirocin ointment) twice daily for ten days. Clean the area with Povidone-iodine (antiseptic solution) and cotton daily for two weeks and then apply cream or oint...  Read Full »

I have folliculitis and scratched my leg. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I accidentally scratched off my leg. I suffer from folliculitis so I assumed that is what it was. Is it okay? I have used antiseptic cream on it and kept it clean. I am a non-smoker or drinker of alcohol and currently not taking any medication.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Based on the picture you provided (attachment removed to protect patient's identity), seeing the entire lesion and surrounding area it looks like an infection, in the hair follicles However, based on the appearance, it i...  Read Full »

My wound from a rusty nail has turned red and sore. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I stepped on a rusty nail in the garage two days ago. The area around it is somewhat red and very very sore. I cannot apply any pressure. I had my tetanus and I am on antibiotics. I had an X-ray with no foreign object found. Then I had a couple MRI scans done in the area. I would like...  Read Full »


Dr. Chitrangada Jitendra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your MRI foot shows a considerable amount of localized subcutaneous edema. The visualized plantar tendons do not show any signs of inflammation. No obvious retained foreign body is seen. However, a good antiseptic care is recommended. Keep a check on any discharge from ...  Read Full »

I have an infected nose piercing. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have had an infected nose piercing for four days now, 12 days after getting pierced. I was cleaning it twice daily. However, now I am using a salt solution and antiseptic creams. However, the area is red, and yellow pus comes out. It also dries crusty too.Please suggest.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. Here are a few general tips you can follow:Cleanse with a saline solution: Use a saltwater solution (saline) to cleanse the piercing and promote healing. Prepare the saline solutio...  Read Full »

Do I need another tetanus shot now if I had one last year?

Query: Hello doctor, I had a tetanus shot last year around June. I had another minor mishap on the road with a small injury (cleaned with antiseptic). Do I need another tetanus shot now?  Read Full »


Dr. Jaydeep Tripathy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The last year's dose is not going to give you any protection now. If any one of the following has happened during the injury, you will need tetanus followup: Injury due to any rusted metallic object. Abrasion due to contact with the ground or the road. Contact w...  Read Full »

What to do if baby accidentally poured Dettol antiseptic liquid over body?

Query: Hello doctor, My 1 year five month old baby poured Dettol antiseptic over his body. We washed it only after four hours. Later, we found a brown and burnt skin area around the genital organ. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dettol antiseptic does not cause any burn injury to the skin. It may be that your baby had this skin problem prior to this incident. Babies frequently have these kinds of rashes. Follow these steps: Apply coconut oil on the affected areas. Do not use diapers....  Read Full »

My newborn's umbilical cord has not shed. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,My baby is three weeks old, and his umbilical cord has not shed off yet. So, his pediatrician asked us to get a newborn screening done. The reports will come in two days' time, but I am a hypothyroid patient and his TSH at the time of delivery was 12.690 mcgIU/mL. I am just a little bit...  Read Full »


Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The most common cause of delay in the falling of the cord is the application of lots of antiseptics to the cord. Another cause is leukocyte adhesion deficiency. Please check if the metabolic screen that you have selected will show it or not. The results of the meta...  Read Full »

I recently sustained an injury to my right pinky finger and covered the scraped skin with a clean dressing. How can I check for infection or necrosis?

Query: Hello doctor,I recently sustained an injury to my right pinky finger. It was a laceration that exposed a 1/8 inch by 1/4 inch section of bone, but there was a thin layer of skin that was scraped off and still attached. After cleaning the wound and applying triple antibiotic ointment, I folded the sk...  Read Full »


Dr. Atul Prakash

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I will not dwell on the reasons for not seeking emergent care, but now that you have treated yourself, you should open the dressing (wash your hands first), and carefully inspect the skin flap that you repositioned. Check for any signs of blackened skin on the flap. Add...  Read Full »

I have been experiencing white vaginal discharge for the past four to five years, despite using antiseptic liquids and homeopathic medications. Please advise.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing white vaginal discharge for the past four to five years. Please suggest what I can do to overcome this condition. I have used antiseptic liquid and tried homeopathic medicine too. I am very skinny, and I want to become healthier and have chubby cheeks. Additiona...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.If you have been experiencing white vaginal discharge for an extended period, it could be a sign of an infection or another medical condition that requires treatment. In the meantime, here are some general tips that may help: Wear cotton underwear and avoid tight clothin...  Read Full »

My 78-year-old diabetic mother, who is bedridden, developed bedsore in the buttock area. What can be done?

Query: Hello doctor,My mother is 78 years old, diabetic, and taking medications for her condition. She has been bedridden for the past four months and has developed a bedsore wound in the buttock area (photo attached). She was admitted to the hospital for the last 10 days due to a urinary infection and ele...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. It seems to be a pressure-related bed sore (an ulcerative form of erosion). To prevent further issues, avoid friction and pressure on the site. Proper antiseptic precautions are necessary to prevent additional infections. Lifelong surveillance ...  Read Full »

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