Medical Advice on "Cosmetology"

The spots on my forehead seem to itch and are spreading. How to treat it?

Hi, Ur having acne vulgaris grade 2, which seems to have worsened a little. However, it can b managed wit proper medication. U shouldn't prick at ur pimples as it could get infected and leave spots all over. Start using Suncros aquagel , which is a...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Why does my face texture differ from body?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your problem is very common especially in males. This is mainly due to working outside in sun which causes mild to severe tanning which you have (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Skin will become tan or...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Without medicine or gel, how to get a permanent solution for acne?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, if you have an acne prone skin, then it is impossible to have a clear skin without any topical and oral intervention. Since you have taken more than a year of Isotretinoin 20 mg daily, I would not advise r...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rashmi Singh

Can I use Kojivit cream to improve my complexion?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can use Kojivit gel (Kojic acid) safely daily. But, it only removes extra tan from your skin. You can try using a Glycolic acid based face wash for better results of skin lightening. Make sure that you ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rashmi Singh

I have severe acne problem. It is increasing by the day. can you suggest some medicines?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. All the medications you are on are right. I agree with your treating doctor. Peeling is a procedure where fruit-concentrated extracts are used, such as Glycolic acid and many other (Salicylic acid) which help reduc...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sampada Avinash Thakare

I get recurrent painful boils on abdomen that leaves scars. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and checked the pictures attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The lesions look classical for furunculosis. This is a common bacterial infection of the body hair. It ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

What are the ways to get rid of acne?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Skin in adolescent and young adult are covered with sebum secreting glands mostly over face and trunk. They increase during the summer and varies according to menstrual cycle. Besides oily cosmetics can hamper the acne f...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vikash Paudel

Is it safe to use Kojitin gel for melasma for a longer period?

Hi, Welcome to iclniq.com. I have seen your query. With your descriptions it seems you have developed dermal melasma. Kojivit is safe and it is non steroidal. It does not cause thinning of skin, and safe for long term use. Beside this must use su...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Is it dangerous to remove large quantity of fat in single session of liposuction?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Drains left open for fluid discharge generally close within two weeks. I think you were done a tumescent type of liposuction. You do not have any immediate complications as per your description, so I think it was done n...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Subhash Kashyap

I have some scars due to scabies. How to remove them?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand from details and image (attachment removed to protect patient identity), given that there is dark pigmentation mainly on the lower portion of both buttocks. The skin over this area looks a little dry and ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Chaitra Prakash