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Why am I getting wandering rashes all over my body for more than ten years?
Query: Hi doctor,I have a skin rash on my legs or arms all the time. There is only one rash at a time and at different places every time. What could this be? I have had this issue for at least 10 years and maybe more. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). But, please let me know the following: Is this rash associated with itching? Have you consulted a dermatologist in the past? What topical medications have you used for this? The clinical photogr... Read Full »
I have dark circles and hyperpigmentation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had undergone a Co2 laser treatment around my eyes about three and half years ago. Now, I am left with dark circles under the eyes along with hyperpigmentation and redness. About one and half weeks back, the doctor prescribed me a cream that has Kojic acid 1%, Glycolic acid 5%, Betam... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and reviewed the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I suggest you a moderately potent topical steroid like Fluticasone propionate 0.05 % cream, twice daily for a few days. Prescription hyperpigmentation treatment ca... Read Full »
I am having adverse effects from taking Flonase. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I started taking Flonase at night for hay fever and when I wake up in the morning I am having wheezing and my chest is tight. I do not want to stop taking it because it is so helpful for my allergy symptoms but I am really worried about this side-effect. Current medications are Cymbal... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flonase (Fluticasone) is an intranasal steroid spray that has very less systemic absorption. It will help relieve allergy symptoms and will not cause wheezing. In fact, for wheezing, you may need another steroid, like an inhalant steroid using an inhaler or Rotavap (... Read Full »
My baby has a white spot on his back. Can it be vitiligo?
Query: Hi doctor, My 4 week old baby has a white spot on his back. Is it vitiligo? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern. With your descriptions it seems your child may have pityriasis alba (fine, dry, and pale patches). Pityriasis alba is a treatable disease and more common in childhood or it may be pre vitiligo. Please get reviewed with picture for be... Read Full »
Can I use Oxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal solution daily?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 28 years old. I am using Nasivion 0.05 % daily for around three to four times for the last 8 to 10 years. Also, I am allergic to many things. Please help me with this health issue. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are happy to help you. First of all, please understand that Nasivion (Oxymetazoline) has a local vasoconstrictor as an active ingredient. It should not be used for more than four or five days continuously. You have been using it for 8 to 10 years. You are suffer... Read Full »
My daughter has a dry cough and a high eosinophil count. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 8 years old and she is having dry cough since last two months and sometimes she complains of stomach ache in a month. I got the blood test done yesterday and in the report, she had eosinophils high, that is, 8.7 % and the absolute eosinophils count is 59000 per microlite... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your daughter has hyperreactive airways and she is allergic. And reports show that she has a tendency towards asthma. I suggest you put her on Fluticasone puff and Levolin (Levosalbutamol) as a reliever. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take t... Read Full »
What is the treatment for scratch marks in a 4-year-old?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter, who is 4 years old got a scratch mark three months ago. It has left a brown mark. It is a little white in the middle. Is it a scar? Will it go away soon? I have attached a few images for your reference. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). She has some postinflammatory pigmentary changes at the site of the trauma, that is, hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. However, there is nothing to worry ab... Read Full »
Why do I have small red dots around the vaginal area?
Query: Hi doctor, My problem is I have irritation and small red dots all around the vaginal area. It is like razor burn. This happened a year ago when I used an electronic hair removal device in the pubic area. I got some sensitivity and redness, and I ignored it thinking it to be an irritation that gets t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should not use any exfoliating agent in the pubic area when there is already contact dermatitis. It leads to more inflammation, erythema, and burning sensation. Please send good quality clinical photograph and revert. Please mention what creams you have applied. Read Full »
Why do I suffer from allergies for the last 10 years?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past 10 years, I am suffering from an allergy. The doctors informed me that due to allergy there is an excess histamine produced in my body. My allergic symptoms are nasal congestion, sneezing, anxiety, frequent throat infection, shortness of breath, and some kind of discomfort... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. Having allergy can cause a lot of discomfort in life, affect the quality of life, and result in anxiety and depression eventually. But, you need not worry. We have solutions for allergy. First, let us understand how allergy occurs. A... Read Full »
Query: Hello Doctor, I am 23 years old and have been dealing with chronic post nasal drip for the past three years. The excessive dripping leads to a sore throat and subsequently develops into bronchitis. Additionally, one side of my nose remains persistently congested. I have undergone numerous courses ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem secondary to chronic rhinosinusitis. It is crucial to recognize that this condition is similar to conditions like asthma or hypertension. That is, with optimal medical management, it can be effectivel... Read Full »