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Why do I have sunburn with blisters and itching?
Query: Hello doctor, My shoulder and my back are sunburned with blisters and are stinging. I also had sunburn with blisters before, but without itching. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It appears you got a significant sunburn. Sunburn is a clinical response caused by the skin's acute exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). Swelling and blisters may occur in extreme instances. Part of the treatment... Read Full »
Why does my wife get lots of moles in her body?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife is 27 years old. She is developing a lot of moles on her body. Every other month few adds to her hand or face or other part of body. Is it something of concern which needs any treatment ? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. There are many different types of moles. First of all, you need to understand that not all moles require evaluation as many of them are benign or you can say innocent. Moles that your wife is having are on your face and hands and these ... Read Full »
I was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus. Please help.
Query: Hello, I was recently diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and I am struggling to understand the condition and its impact on my life. Can you provide information on the latest treatments, and lifestyle changes that can help me manage SLE effectively? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, and brain. Managing SLE invo... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I moved to a different place almost 2 years ago. Before I came here, my skin was clear. It was not perfect, but I did not have acne or anything like that. I was confident. But now I am experiencing acne, and I do not think it is due to the environment; I actually believe it is because o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Pimples are hormonal and often related to oily skin. I suggest you follow a few guidelines, avoid using hair oil and any sticky creams on your face. Stay away from oily foods, chocolate, and dairy products. Avoid exposure to dust and make sure to use sunscreen with an SP... Read Full »
I fear I might get skin cancer due to my job. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been appointed as a cop. I am happy, but I am in an increased state of panic. As I will be working under the sun all day, I fear skin cancer. Are there any tips to avoid skin cancer even though I am exposed to the sun for the whole day? What are the preventive measures to follow?... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you use a good sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 50. You can use vitamin C and Niacinamide based serums at night. Read Full »
I am dark-skinned. Is there any possibility of changing color if I drink red wine?
Query: Hello doctor,I am dark-skinned. Is there any possibility of changing color? If I drink red wine. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have mentioned that your complexion is very dark. There could be various reasons for the same. If genetic, it means that even if your parents have the same complexion, nothing can be done about it. We can go for specific treatments if it is because of excessive s... Read Full »
I have a combination skin type and want to know which sunscreen would work for me?
Query: Hi doctor,I am planning to use sunscreen. I am 18 years old and have not yet exposed my skin to any chemical products. I have combination skin. Would there be any consequences like acne breakout or pore enlargement if I suddenly start using these products? I have no idea about what to use either. Pl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are varieties of sunscreen available in the market, based on the skin type. For normal skin types, you can use Solasafe SPF 50 and Rivela SPF 50. You need not worry about acne or any other significant issue with these products. You might feel some dryness that can... Read Full »
What should I do to get fair glowing skin?
Query: Hi doctor, My face and body color are different. My face is getting dark and black day-by-day. What should I do to increase my fairness and get glowing skin? Shall I use some night cream? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your problem carefully. What is your nature of work? Will you get exposed to sunlight? Are you allergic to any drug or disease? There are a lot of causes of skin darkening. The most common reason is sunlight exposure. For treatment, you can use a cap or um... Read Full »
What could be the cause of a non-healing spot on my skin?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a spot on my skin for about two weeks and is not healing. It started out like a pimple and is now spreading. I thought it was an infected pimple and applied Bactroban which did not help. It tingles and burns. I do not know whether it is a fungal infection or not. I had something si... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sure your problem is distressing and is affecting you severely. Let us understand your case. Since you are a very fair skin type patient, you are naturally more exposed to sun radiation which is UV-A and UV-B (ultraviolet A and B) rays. In effect what it does is, ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23 year old male. I am facing a few issues for which I seek your help. I have oily face, but a very dry body skin. Please advise what I can do to overcome this. I stay in a joint family and as a result have to masturbate very privately most of the times. Also, most of the times I e... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to reply it in pointwise: Oily face is the nature of the skin. It is very difficult to cure it permanently. But, you can try the following tips. 1. Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, milk products, dust and use su... Read Full »