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Bacitracin

Bacitracin is a topical antibiotic. It is used to prevent infection in minor skin injuries, such as cuts, scrapes, and burns. It prevents infection by stopping the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

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My mother has lumps on her head. What is the treatment?

Query: Hello doctor, My mom, aged 52 years, got a small lump on her head three years back. Although it was not causing any pain, she was curious to know if it could be treated by medication. She felt its size increased slightly, but she did not prefer surgery. For your information, the present size is the...  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through your case. Most likely, the diagnosis is a sebaceous cyst. It is spontaneous, which means it has no obvious cause. And in most cases, it is painless. Sometimes, it increases in size. As you know, the best treatment for thi...  Read Full »

Why does my cut wound look the same even after a month?

Query: Hi doctor, I am an 18 years old female. I cut myself when I recently shaved around my anus and buttocks. A few days later, it was pink or red before a scab comes. Now, even a month later, it still looks the same. It does not itch, but bothering me. What should I do?  Read Full »


Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think it should have been healed in this period.Swab has formed, and that means it has improved (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Is there a swelling, local pain or tenderness at the cut site or do you have a fever? If none is present, then probably ...  Read Full »

I have many small tears in my vagina. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am having several small tears in my vagina, and a tear at the entrance of my vagina. I have not been sexually active for a month and am out of the country. The tears are very uncomfortable and have become a worry for me. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hi,I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com.You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion.I read your query and understand your concern,These tears could be either due to dryness or rough intercourse. It would have been better if a picture was attached to see the condition. Keep that are...  Read Full »

Had penis augmentation and I am bleeding during sex. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I have undergone penis augmentation using a cross-linked dextran gel injection. While doing sex, I got a cut in my penis, and it bled a little. While doing sex, I feel some pain at the contact point of the penis skin, and it is red. Please suggest medicine for this problem.  Read Full »


Dr. Shyam Kalyan. N

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Apply Bacitracin or Framycetin cream twice daily over the area. Before each application wash off the previous application with lukewarm water. Do not wear tight innerwear and prevent ex...  Read Full »

Are stitches necessary for broken glass injury?

Query: Hi doctor, Last night, I accidentally cut my thumb on a bit of broken glass from a photo frame. It looks fairly deep. I think I could see my bone. As I could not go to hospital yesterday night, I have covered it with plasters. Do I need to get stitches?  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the depth of the cut wound (attachment removed to protect patient identity), stitches will be necessary for proper closure. It is crucial to maintain the affected area's cleanliness and dryness throughout the healing process. To facilitate healing and prevent in...  Read Full »

Kindly suggest treatment for penis fissures

Query: Hello doctor,Under the left side tip of the penis, where the head curves to the shaft, I have a small fissure that opens up when I have intercourse. This recurring cut heals completely but, recurs every month for the past year. I am uncircumcised and have no STD, infection or inflammation, just this...  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.It may have occurred due to sexual trauma. If possible, send me images so that I can suggest accordingly.  Read Full »

Does herpes cause open wound or ulcer on my scrotum?

Query: Hi doctor, I have an open wound or ulcer on my scrotum. I afraid that this might be herpes. However, the day before this wound I played football for 2 hours. I took a shower, but put on the same underwear and sprayed body spray on my boxers entirely before putting them on. I wore those boxers for...  Read Full »


Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is a little less likely to be herpes, as herpes typically manifest as blisters. I can confirm more accurately if you're open to sharing a picture. You could consider applying triple antibiotic cream (Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin B) for a week and observe i...  Read Full »

Why did my inner foreskin start to burn after sex?

Query: Hi doctor,A week back, I had sex with my wife using a condom. The condom appeared to be a bit dry and we had rough sex. After sex, when I was washing up with soap I felt some burning sensation in the inner foreskin. There were some cuts. Also, when I pulled back the skin, I felt pain in my frenulum....  Read Full »


Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The tissue in this region of your body is highly sensitive, and it should naturally heal over time. However, if there's an infection, the healing process might be prolonged. It's important to note that this isn't your fault, as the pubic area naturally contains many bact...  Read Full »

Why do I have small red bumps on my upper thighs?

Query: Hello doctor, I have small red bumps on my upper thighs. I am not sure whether I should go to a dermatologist or if this is normal? Kindly guide me.  Read Full »


Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It seems like superficial bacterial folliculitis-like lesions. As there is not much itching or pain in the lesions, you can use topical antibiotics available OTC (over-the-counter) like ointment Bacitracin twice a day for a week and see the...  Read Full »

What can cause boils on the finger?

Query: Hello doctor, Five days ago, I got a boil between my little finger and ring finger of my left hand. I am not sure what caused it whether it was an insect bite or just a rash. It was itching a bit initially if I remember correctly, but then it stopped. It started as a small boil, but then it got bigg...  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaint and seen the pictures attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems to be either a bacterial or fungal infection and the best treatment option would be a pus culture to look for the organism followed by antibiotic s...  Read Full »

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