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I need a best treatment for scalp psoriasis.
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from scalp psoriasis from more than five years. Initially I have tried allopathy treatment then it got cured temporarily till the time I used those medicines and later on I have reached homeopathy treatment for two years but it was of no use. Can you kindly suggest a bet... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder, which means your body’s immune cells are attacking the skin. There is no as such permanent solution, but the treatment is given to minimize the symptoms to a point that you do not get any lesions or itching and it is maintained at... Read Full »
Will skin dehydration on palms heal on its own?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a dehydrated skin in my palms for the past three months. I am using Cetaphil lotion for 20 days. But it did not help me. Kindly suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Using lotion will not help you. You can apply moisturizer in the form of thick cream or ointment. Do not use harsh soaps. Wash your hands with a mild cleanser and apply moisturizer immediately after drying your hands with a soft towel. Avoid having direct contact wi... Read Full »
Why there are black dots in my nail fold?
Query: Hi doctor,I am getting black dots deep in my longitudinal nail fold that seem like a root. The skin around it gets soggy and white when soaked. I think it is some type of keratin thriving bacteria or fungus. Also, they appear under nails like splinter hemorrhages but seem to burrow under the nail be... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After going through the pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it looks like a mixed infection affecting the nails as well as adjacent tissues. So here is what you can do to promote healing. Apply antibiotic ointment Mupirocin along with an anti... Read Full »