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Suggest remedy for dry skin and itching after stopping Mayfair cream | Hi, I have been using Myfair cream for almost 2 years from now. Now the production got stopped in India I am not using it. The moment I stopped using it few red rashes all over the face, dryness under eyes and at nose has been developed. Also there is lot of itching since the skin has become dry. Could you please recommend remedies from how to over come this. My face is becoming day by day worst. Some one recomended me using Elovera to make the face moisturized. Appreciate your thoughts on this. Regards, Mukesh | Hi! Thank you for your question. I would recommend you use a gentle cleanser such as Cetaphil, and a good moisturiser with SPF 15 or higher during the day. You can also use the same at bed time, or try the replenishing hydrating cream at night Vivite.I wish this helps!Dr. Migena Gega |
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Hi, I have been using Myfair cream for almost 2 years from now. Now the production got stopped in India I am not using it. The moment I stopped using it few red rashes all over the face, dryness under eyes and at nose has been developed. Also there is lot of itching since the skin has become dry. Could you please recommend remedies from how to over come this. My face is becoming day by day worst. Some one recomended me using Elovera to make the face moisturized. Appreciate your thoughts on this. Regards, Mukesh [/INST] Hi! Thank you for your question. I would recommend you use a gentle cleanser such as Cetaphil, and a good moisturiser with SPF 15 or higher during the day. You can also use the same at bed time, or try the replenishing hydrating cream at night Vivite.I wish this helps!Dr. Migena Gega |
What causes a scaly patch of skin at the injection site? | I had a cortisone shot in my wrist almost three weeks ago (for tendonitis). While the wrist is greatly improved, there s a scaly patch of skin about 1/2 wide and 2 long at the injection site. Anything to worry about, or just wait until it sloughs off? | Thank you for your question!From the condition that you prescribe it seems like it is nothing to worry about, just a kind of dermatitis at the site of injection that can manifest after steroid injection.Is there just one scaly patch, with no other symptoms just as itch, burning, dry skin around that? Has anyone previous in your family experienced any kind of eczema or psoriasis?if you have nothing of the symptoms that I mentioned above there is absolutely no need to worry, it will fade on it`s own.Meanwhile you can take an emollient agent, such as Excipial and a Hidrocortisone 0.1% twice daily for 1-2 weeks, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.I hope this helps. Wishing you a good health!Feel free to ask again if anything is unclear. |
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I had a cortisone shot in my wrist almost three weeks ago (for tendonitis). While the wrist is greatly improved, there s a scaly patch of skin about 1/2 wide and 2 long at the injection site. Anything to worry about, or just wait until it sloughs off? [/INST] Thank you for your question!From the condition that you prescribe it seems like it is nothing to worry about, just a kind of dermatitis at the site of injection that can manifest after steroid injection.Is there just one scaly patch, with no other symptoms just as itch, burning, dry skin around that? Has anyone previous in your family experienced any kind of eczema or psoriasis?if you have nothing of the symptoms that I mentioned above there is absolutely no need to worry, it will fade on it`s own.Meanwhile you can take an emollient agent, such as Excipial and a Hidrocortisone 0.1% twice daily for 1-2 weeks, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.I hope this helps. Wishing you a good health!Feel free to ask again if anything is unclear. |
When should i do next peel to get rid of cracked skin? | I have done Skin Tech chemical peel on my leg 20 days back. I have severe black marks on my legs. Now I c my skin have craked all over,& lightly started peeling. What all changes can I notice further & when should I do next peel to get rid of cracked skin? Thank you | Thank you for your question!It is normal to have a recovery/downtime after a chemical peel which depends on the aggressiveness of the peel. Usually superficial to medium depth peels can take anywhere from 4-10 days to resolve, and after that you will notice that your concerned area will bee smoother and lighter. In order to get rid of the cracked skin faster it is very important that you wash your skin with a soothing agent and use a good moisturiser soon after, that probably you doctor or your aestetician has told you. During this time it is a ``must`` that you wear a sunscreen at least SPF 20, if your legs with be exposed to sun, so that you don`t risk to get more hyperpigmentation.You can do the next peel after 3 weeks-1 month from your previous peel. For best results a series of 6-8 peels are needed always depending on the chemical peel and the results of the patients. I hope this helpsFeel free to answer me again!! |
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I have done Skin Tech chemical peel on my leg 20 days back. I have severe black marks on my legs. Now I c my skin have craked all over,& lightly started peeling. What all changes can I notice further & when should I do next peel to get rid of cracked skin? Thank you [/INST] Thank you for your question!It is normal to have a recovery/downtime after a chemical peel which depends on the aggressiveness of the peel. Usually superficial to medium depth peels can take anywhere from 4-10 days to resolve, and after that you will notice that your concerned area will bee smoother and lighter. In order to get rid of the cracked skin faster it is very important that you wash your skin with a soothing agent and use a good moisturiser soon after, that probably you doctor or your aestetician has told you. During this time it is a ``must`` that you wear a sunscreen at least SPF 20, if your legs with be exposed to sun, so that you don`t risk to get more hyperpigmentation.You can do the next peel after 3 weeks-1 month from your previous peel. For best results a series of 6-8 peels are needed always depending on the chemical peel and the results of the patients. I hope this helpsFeel free to answer me again!! |
Suggest treatment for dryness of palm with sour odour | Hi my name is Gingelle Jackson Im a 30 year old mother of two n almost all of my lifeI have always had extremly dry hands well palm about 3 years ago I notice they have a like a slight sour smell I've tried everything n nothing works please can.u help | Thank you for your answer!The situation you prescribe is called hand dermatitis or hand eczema.When I have a similar patient I first check if there is a bacterial or fungal infection overlapping the eczema, because they are usually due to persistent dryness and scratching. So I suggest you do an examination for fungi or bacteria if you also see other lesions on your hands.I would reccommend washing your hands not very often which means twice or 3 times per day with a mild solution designed for atopic skin or o soap with emollients such as Avene cold cream bar soap, Exipial or Eucerin 2-3 times a day. If the situation is complicated you should talk to your physician for a prescription of Hydrocortisone cream 0,1% 2 times a day for 2 weeks.I hope this helps. Feel free to ask me again. |
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Hi my name is Gingelle Jackson Im a 30 year old mother of two n almost all of my lifeI have always had extremly dry hands well palm about 3 years ago I notice they have a like a slight sour smell I've tried everything n nothing works please can.u help [/INST] Thank you for your answer!The situation you prescribe is called hand dermatitis or hand eczema.When I have a similar patient I first check if there is a bacterial or fungal infection overlapping the eczema, because they are usually due to persistent dryness and scratching. So I suggest you do an examination for fungi or bacteria if you also see other lesions on your hands.I would reccommend washing your hands not very often which means twice or 3 times per day with a mild solution designed for atopic skin or o soap with emollients such as Avene cold cream bar soap, Exipial or Eucerin 2-3 times a day. If the situation is complicated you should talk to your physician for a prescription of Hydrocortisone cream 0,1% 2 times a day for 2 weeks.I hope this helps. Feel free to ask me again. |
Suggest ways of obtaining a flawless skin | I have been using an ance product, SkinID for about a month and a half now. Before that I used Murad and Proactive. However my skin always seems to look good for a while and then break out. no matter what I use. I clean it twice a day everyday, eat healthy, and watch what happens to my face. I do pick at my face a lot but it looks better when I don't have white heads. Can that one thing I do really cause this much of a problem? Is there anything I can do? | Hi, welcome to HCM. Stop picking your white heads. And the safest and most effective treatment for you is natural. Mix 2 teaspoonfuls of turmeric powder with 4 teaspunfuls of unflavoured yoghurt and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply on face before your bath, gently massage and wash off--do it daily and your skin will be great--regards |
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I have been using an ance product, SkinID for about a month and a half now. Before that I used Murad and Proactive. However my skin always seems to look good for a while and then break out. no matter what I use. I clean it twice a day everyday, eat healthy, and watch what happens to my face. I do pick at my face a lot but it looks better when I don't have white heads. Can that one thing I do really cause this much of a problem? Is there anything I can do? [/INST] Hi, welcome to HCM. Stop picking your white heads. And the safest and most effective treatment for you is natural. Mix 2 teaspoonfuls of turmeric powder with 4 teaspunfuls of unflavoured yoghurt and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply on face before your bath, gently massage and wash off--do it daily and your skin will be great--regards |
Suggest medication for dry skin | i used the clearasil product where you put it on eveniong and morning and wash it immediately of again, within a few hours o fusing it my skin became dry then after applying vaseline, it felt ok, but got redder as the night went on, then the next day i noticed a slight burning feeling and a red patch on my face, (cheeks and forehead), and so i washed my face and have stopped using any cream on my face, and now as the night has gone again, again the redness has got worse and the pain has become increasingly worse, so i have started using e45 cream, and was wondering if cortusone would be a product from the pharmacy i should use or any help u can offere please on to what the problem is, and how to treat it quickly and properly. | Hi, I believe you have a Contact Dermatitis, caused by Clearasil product. You should apply 1%Hydrocortisone cream day and night for 7 days, and use mild soap, like Aveeno products. Hope you get better. |
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i used the clearasil product where you put it on eveniong and morning and wash it immediately of again, within a few hours o fusing it my skin became dry then after applying vaseline, it felt ok, but got redder as the night went on, then the next day i noticed a slight burning feeling and a red patch on my face, (cheeks and forehead), and so i washed my face and have stopped using any cream on my face, and now as the night has gone again, again the redness has got worse and the pain has become increasingly worse, so i have started using e45 cream, and was wondering if cortusone would be a product from the pharmacy i should use or any help u can offere please on to what the problem is, and how to treat it quickly and properly. [/INST] Hi, I believe you have a Contact Dermatitis, caused by Clearasil product. You should apply 1%Hydrocortisone cream day and night for 7 days, and use mild soap, like Aveeno products. Hope you get better. |
Suggest treatment for infertility with irregular periods | Dear sir ,iam indira ,iam regularly watch your programme .verry verry use ful and learn lot of information.Igot marriage 2009 june but till now i dont have child.my age is 32 weight is 74.5kg hight is 152 cm i have irregular perioud poroblem i took treatment past one and half year. .Regular Period problem last 10 year i take tablet Regestron 5mg tablet 3days after 3 or 4days i get period. i try to conceive but still now get this same problem....... my husband seman test its normal, scan reports all of normal.... but why this problem come to with me i confused. please ,Past three months i take sidda medicine. within three months i spend more than 40,000 theay identify problem through pullse but no improvement now iam in full diet and regular walking .i take only fruits and vegetables.in my friend more than me but he took treatment only six months now she is had baby.Kindly i need your valuable opinnion thankiung you sir. | Hi, I think you should take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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Dear sir ,iam indira ,iam regularly watch your programme .verry verry use ful and learn lot of information.Igot marriage 2009 june but till now i dont have child.my age is 32 weight is 74.5kg hight is 152 cm i have irregular perioud poroblem i took treatment past one and half year. .Regular Period problem last 10 year i take tablet Regestron 5mg tablet 3days after 3 or 4days i get period. i try to conceive but still now get this same problem....... my husband seman test its normal, scan reports all of normal.... but why this problem come to with me i confused. please ,Past three months i take sidda medicine. within three months i spend more than 40,000 theay identify problem through pullse but no improvement now iam in full diet and regular walking .i take only fruits and vegetables.in my friend more than me but he took treatment only six months now she is had baby.Kindly i need your valuable opinnion thankiung you sir. [/INST] Hi, I think you should take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
Which milk is good for dry scalp? | "Half a cup of milk and one-fourth cup of honey with a little olive oil applied on the scalp for 2 hours can work wonders for a dry scalp." Hi Doctor. This was posted in Facebook in February 4th in Beauty Tips page. May I know the milk is referring to Cow's milk or Powder milk? thanks! | Hi, I have no knowledge about the use of milk, cow's milk or powder milk, to treat dry scalp. I indicate mineral oil or baby oil; apply it at night, then cover the head with a shower cap, then wash it off the next day; do this 2 times a week, until you see improvement. The use of shampoos with zinc pyrithione also helps. I hope I have helped you. |
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"Half a cup of milk and one-fourth cup of honey with a little olive oil applied on the scalp for 2 hours can work wonders for a dry scalp." Hi Doctor. This was posted in Facebook in February 4th in Beauty Tips page. May I know the milk is referring to Cow's milk or Powder milk? thanks! [/INST] Hi, I have no knowledge about the use of milk, cow's milk or powder milk, to treat dry scalp. I indicate mineral oil or baby oil; apply it at night, then cover the head with a shower cap, then wash it off the next day; do this 2 times a week, until you see improvement. The use of shampoos with zinc pyrithione also helps. I hope I have helped you. |
How to get rid of skin dryness and red spots? | Hi there! I am a 21 year old female, I have small red bumps on my back, and front of my chest stomach and on my boobs as well. I have some dry flaky spots on my back and chest as well. I haven`t changed any laundry soaps or body soaps. My fiance does not have these marks or bumps on him. I also have from time to time, flare ups on my wrists and super dry skin. I am hopefully going to the emerge tomorrow as this has been ongoing for a week now. | HI. Welcome to HCMFrom your description and the location of the rashes, you seem to have seborrheic dermatitis, affecting the oily areas of your body, similar to dandruff on the scalp. Even if you do not generally have dandruff, oiliness of scalp and hair could have caused the rashes on back and chest. Change in climate, sweating, certain hair products etc, can aggravate the problem.Dry skin and rashes on the arms, elbows etc can indicate an eczema or allergic nature, often seen along with seborrheic dermatitis.For your hair try using an antidandruff ketoconazole shampoo twice a week and a similar soap for the body which will reduce the problem. Do not apply oil, gels etc for long periods of time. As for rashes on your arms and severe rashes on your body use a steroid cream lightly,like mometasone for 7-10 days. Always keep your skin moisturized immediately after bath or shower with a good lotion like cetaphil, or nivea. Your skin type is prone to dryness and allergies, so keep it free from harsh chemicals, fragrances. Use mild glycerin or syndet based soap bar for bath over these areas.Start with these treatment for a week or so. If you notice no change, or increase in rashes be sure to consult a dermatologist and get a confirmed diagnosis. they can also rule out fungal infections, or do tests required to check for specific allergies, etc.Hope this helps. |
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Hi there! I am a 21 year old female, I have small red bumps on my back, and front of my chest stomach and on my boobs as well. I have some dry flaky spots on my back and chest as well. I haven`t changed any laundry soaps or body soaps. My fiance does not have these marks or bumps on him. I also have from time to time, flare ups on my wrists and super dry skin. I am hopefully going to the emerge tomorrow as this has been ongoing for a week now. [/INST] HI. Welcome to HCMFrom your description and the location of the rashes, you seem to have seborrheic dermatitis, affecting the oily areas of your body, similar to dandruff on the scalp. Even if you do not generally have dandruff, oiliness of scalp and hair could have caused the rashes on back and chest. Change in climate, sweating, certain hair products etc, can aggravate the problem.Dry skin and rashes on the arms, elbows etc can indicate an eczema or allergic nature, often seen along with seborrheic dermatitis.For your hair try using an antidandruff ketoconazole shampoo twice a week and a similar soap for the body which will reduce the problem. Do not apply oil, gels etc for long periods of time. As for rashes on your arms and severe rashes on your body use a steroid cream lightly,like mometasone for 7-10 days. Always keep your skin moisturized immediately after bath or shower with a good lotion like cetaphil, or nivea. Your skin type is prone to dryness and allergies, so keep it free from harsh chemicals, fragrances. Use mild glycerin or syndet based soap bar for bath over these areas.Start with these treatment for a week or so. If you notice no change, or increase in rashes be sure to consult a dermatologist and get a confirmed diagnosis. they can also rule out fungal infections, or do tests required to check for specific allergies, etc.Hope this helps. |
How can rough skin on the fingers be treated? | hey ok so on my life hand my middle finger on the right side of the nail i have really rough skin and it wont go away i have used wart removale but it didnt work and now it has spred to another finger on my right hand so could tell me what the problem might be? is it a wart or dry skin what needs specail medication? | Hi, This is easily treated. Make a dilute solution of potassium permanganate (light pink colour) in luke warm water and dip the whole hand in it for ten minutes. Pat dry and apply moisturising cream till it becomes smooth and soft. Continue intermittently so that it does not return. Regards |
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hey ok so on my life hand my middle finger on the right side of the nail i have really rough skin and it wont go away i have used wart removale but it didnt work and now it has spred to another finger on my right hand so could tell me what the problem might be? is it a wart or dry skin what needs specail medication? [/INST] Hi, This is easily treated. Make a dilute solution of potassium permanganate (light pink colour) in luke warm water and dip the whole hand in it for ten minutes. Pat dry and apply moisturising cream till it becomes smooth and soft. Continue intermittently so that it does not return. Regards |
Suggest treatment for dry skin around lips | Hi Doc, I have a lot of dry skin under my bottom lip and a few patches over my top lip. I fear it might be the beginning of Angular Cheilitis, which is something I don't want to deal with again. Is there anything I can do now before the cracks on the corners of my lips appear? | Hello,I can understand your concern. As you have suffered from angular cheilitis previously and feel like it happening again, it might as well be start of angular cheilitis.To stop it from developing further and heal the skin area, you should start with multivitamin supplements containing Vitamin B12 such as B-Folcin once a day for a month at least. In addition, to keep the area moist, you should apply oil or vaseline frequently over the area. If it does not stop from progressing further or does not heal in a month, I would advise that you consult a dentist for clinical examination of the area and further treatment.I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. I wish you feel better soon.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah |
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Hi Doc, I have a lot of dry skin under my bottom lip and a few patches over my top lip. I fear it might be the beginning of Angular Cheilitis, which is something I don't want to deal with again. Is there anything I can do now before the cracks on the corners of my lips appear? [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern. As you have suffered from angular cheilitis previously and feel like it happening again, it might as well be start of angular cheilitis.To stop it from developing further and heal the skin area, you should start with multivitamin supplements containing Vitamin B12 such as B-Folcin once a day for a month at least. In addition, to keep the area moist, you should apply oil or vaseline frequently over the area. If it does not stop from progressing further or does not heal in a month, I would advise that you consult a dentist for clinical examination of the area and further treatment.I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. I wish you feel better soon.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah |
How can dry flaky skin in the inner lip be treated? | I m 16 this has been going for 5 months . When I rub my tongue on my bottom lip there seems to be a like a rough kinda sandpaper feeling on the inside of my lip . It has become a habit to constantly bite or chew at it. I asked a dentist about it a month ago and they said try not to bite it. I went maybe a day without biting and the patch just felt drier and more flaky .this has also developed on my upper lip but not as bad. This is just really bothersome and I want my inside of my lip yo feel normal like the inside of my cheek | Hello,I can understand your concern. Your problem seems to be due to constant biting on the inside of the lips. Mucosa or skin inside the lips is very thin and fragile. When you constantly keep biting on it, the skin forms fibrosis making skin harder and rough. When you stop biting, the harder skin peels off giving way to the underneath softer skin. Thus, the solution to your problem is to stop biting the lips. If you find that you are unable to quit the habit, go to the dentist and ask him/her to make a bite guard for you. With wearing bite guard, you will not be able to bit on the lips.Once you will stop biting, the old mucosa will peel off and new mucosa will be like the skin as that of inside the cheeks. I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah |
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I m 16 this has been going for 5 months . When I rub my tongue on my bottom lip there seems to be a like a rough kinda sandpaper feeling on the inside of my lip . It has become a habit to constantly bite or chew at it. I asked a dentist about it a month ago and they said try not to bite it. I went maybe a day without biting and the patch just felt drier and more flaky .this has also developed on my upper lip but not as bad. This is just really bothersome and I want my inside of my lip yo feel normal like the inside of my cheek [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern. Your problem seems to be due to constant biting on the inside of the lips. Mucosa or skin inside the lips is very thin and fragile. When you constantly keep biting on it, the skin forms fibrosis making skin harder and rough. When you stop biting, the harder skin peels off giving way to the underneath softer skin. Thus, the solution to your problem is to stop biting the lips. If you find that you are unable to quit the habit, go to the dentist and ask him/her to make a bite guard for you. With wearing bite guard, you will not be able to bit on the lips.Once you will stop biting, the old mucosa will peel off and new mucosa will be like the skin as that of inside the cheeks. I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. Take care.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah |
Suggest remedy for dry, red, itchy and bumpy skin | I am 12 years of age. Every year I go up to a place named Lake Tahoe where the air is very dry and I am always in the sun. My skin gets VERY dry, red, bumpy, rashy, and I get twitches of itching every 5 seconds. I am miserable. I havent slept for the past 4 nights. HELP!! I have eczema. | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of dry, red, itchy and bumpy skin which seems to be due to hair follicle infection leading to folliculitis and it is due to excessive exposure to sunlight which removes natural moisture from skin. Need not to worry. You should avoid touching or pricking bumps. I would suggest you to apply topical antibacterial ointment. You should apply betnovate ointment on them 2-3 times a day. You should take course of oral antibiotics. Maintain complete hygiene. You should avoid exposure to sunlight and cover your skin always with moist cloth. Visit dermatologist once if symptoms keeps on persisting. Start treatment after complete examination and proper prescription. You should get skin patch test and allergy test done to find out exact cause of disease and start treatment accordingly.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari |
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I am 12 years of age. Every year I go up to a place named Lake Tahoe where the air is very dry and I am always in the sun. My skin gets VERY dry, red, bumpy, rashy, and I get twitches of itching every 5 seconds. I am miserable. I havent slept for the past 4 nights. HELP!! I have eczema. [/INST] Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of dry, red, itchy and bumpy skin which seems to be due to hair follicle infection leading to folliculitis and it is due to excessive exposure to sunlight which removes natural moisture from skin. Need not to worry. You should avoid touching or pricking bumps. I would suggest you to apply topical antibacterial ointment. You should apply betnovate ointment on them 2-3 times a day. You should take course of oral antibiotics. Maintain complete hygiene. You should avoid exposure to sunlight and cover your skin always with moist cloth. Visit dermatologist once if symptoms keeps on persisting. Start treatment after complete examination and proper prescription. You should get skin patch test and allergy test done to find out exact cause of disease and start treatment accordingly.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari |
Suggest remedy for dry chalky facial skin | Yes thank you. My skin has always been very good. I ve always kept Washing simple and avoided harsh chemicals. Recently on my face only it has been pale, chalky and very dry.I began taking some prescription drugs and was wondering if that could be the cause. Or I was using Clinique extra gentle for a few months and recently stopped due to dryness. I an now just Using water and moisturizer.I am 49 years old and also seem to having hormonal changes. Please help.Thank you! | Hello and welcome to HCMYour age as well as new drugs could both be causing dryness of skin. You have not mentioned which drugs or whether you have any other illness.Hormonal changes at your age, any history of thyroid disorders, diabetes, cholesterol lowering drugs etc can be considered. Also change in lifestyle or environment. menopause can bring about reduced oil secretion.Use a cleanser for dry skin, maybe even baby soap or moisturizing facewash once a day. Try a syndet based cleansing bar.apply moisturizer with vit E immediately after washing. Check for reaction to any new cosmetics.Try this regime for a week, and if it shows no change, you can get the hormone levels checked. Your drugs could be the cause so drink plenty of fluids since you may not be able to get off the drugs.Hope this helps |
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Yes thank you. My skin has always been very good. I ve always kept Washing simple and avoided harsh chemicals. Recently on my face only it has been pale, chalky and very dry.I began taking some prescription drugs and was wondering if that could be the cause. Or I was using Clinique extra gentle for a few months and recently stopped due to dryness. I an now just Using water and moisturizer.I am 49 years old and also seem to having hormonal changes. Please help.Thank you! [/INST] Hello and welcome to HCMYour age as well as new drugs could both be causing dryness of skin. You have not mentioned which drugs or whether you have any other illness.Hormonal changes at your age, any history of thyroid disorders, diabetes, cholesterol lowering drugs etc can be considered. Also change in lifestyle or environment. menopause can bring about reduced oil secretion.Use a cleanser for dry skin, maybe even baby soap or moisturizing facewash once a day. Try a syndet based cleansing bar.apply moisturizer with vit E immediately after washing. Check for reaction to any new cosmetics.Try this regime for a week, and if it shows no change, you can get the hormone levels checked. Your drugs could be the cause so drink plenty of fluids since you may not be able to get off the drugs.Hope this helps |
Can dryness and flakiness of skin be recurrence of eczema? | THE SKIN ON MY ABDOMIN IS DRY & FLAKY I USED TO HAVE EZEMA AS A CHILD I AM NOW 24 YRS OLD & OUTGREW THE EZEMA ABOUT 8 YEARS AGO BUT I CANT GET RID OF THE SKIN ON MY ABDOMIN IT LOOKS LIKE SCALES AND GETS DRY & GREY I JUST WANT TO FIND A MOISTURIZER THAT HELPS ME | Hi,You may be having atopic diathesis. ..that is why you had eczema in childhood. And now You seem to have xerosis. You consult the dermatologist for the firm diagnosis.You may apply moisturising cream or lotion containing liq paraffin,aloe Vera and vitamin E. Avoid soap bath. Take vitamin E and A capsules. I hope this would help you.Thanks.Dr.Ilyas Patel MD |
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THE SKIN ON MY ABDOMIN IS DRY & FLAKY I USED TO HAVE EZEMA AS A CHILD I AM NOW 24 YRS OLD & OUTGREW THE EZEMA ABOUT 8 YEARS AGO BUT I CANT GET RID OF THE SKIN ON MY ABDOMIN IT LOOKS LIKE SCALES AND GETS DRY & GREY I JUST WANT TO FIND A MOISTURIZER THAT HELPS ME [/INST] Hi,You may be having atopic diathesis. ..that is why you had eczema in childhood. And now You seem to have xerosis. You consult the dermatologist for the firm diagnosis.You may apply moisturising cream or lotion containing liq paraffin,aloe Vera and vitamin E. Avoid soap bath. Take vitamin E and A capsules. I hope this would help you.Thanks.Dr.Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | I, am 49 years old lady. TFT (FT3 normal, FT4 normal in range) but TSH 6.91 uIU/ml Method ECI came out in my Star imaging and Path lab report on 26/4/2014 I have noticed that my skin became puffy and dry skin for last 7-8 days and i went to dermatologist in Kaya Clinic they hv suggested me face wash, Tube MOISTUREX and Diprovate S for my neck( to remove black spot / patch) . (at that time, i did not get my tsh report). But now i am worried as i hv seen my TSH reports on following: Blood sugar fasting : 97 mg/dl Blood Sugar PP : 117 mg/dl (seems to be OK) KFT : Boood Urea, Blood Urea Nitrogen, Serum Creatinine, Uric Acid, Calcium, T. Protien, Albumin) are within Normal Limits but : GLOBULIN 4.18 g/dl and A/G Ratio : 0.89 indicates ? I think some insect bited me on my neck or some other reason, forpuffiness. only due these symptoms, i underwent for blood test. Please suggest and clarify on the above. (Presently, my skin is becoming dry from cheeks, throat little bit thirsty, urine frequency : 6-7 times a day) I would also like to know diet chart to follow seriously as i m not much interested in medicine, but pls suggest if it cannot be ignored. best | helloAccording to your symptoms of dryness and your blood reports, it is suggestive of a thyroid problem. your TSH is a little on the higher side and indicates hypothyroidism.Your reports are of 2014. You will need to repeat the tests and see the current levels. This condition very commonly causes dryness of skin. Along with that, in long standing conditions it can also cause a mild swelling and puffiness of skin over a period of time. 7-8 days swelling maybe too short to be caused by thyroid disorder and could be due to an allergic/irritant reaction. Or, you may not have noticed it earlier. Have you applied any cosmetic over the area or undergone any procedure/facial etc,?Also going by your age, since it is close to menopause such symptoms are common such as swelling,redness, hot flushes of skin. dryness due to loss of moisture.etcAre you on any regular medication? or new drugs?Keep a check on your blood pressure as well.I suggest that you consult a physician or endocrinologist for the thyroid as you may need medication to bring it to normal. This could directly affect your skin drynessYou can continue the moisturex SOFT cream twice a day for all dry skin. Use a mild moisturizing / glycerine soap. Do not scrub over the areas.Diprovate S can be continued for 2 weeks n stopped slowly.Drink fluids, include iodine in your diet. Reduce consumption of cabbage, cauliflower.etc for the thyroid. Do consult with the physician regarding the best diet for you. |
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I, am 49 years old lady. TFT (FT3 normal, FT4 normal in range) but TSH 6.91 uIU/ml Method ECI came out in my Star imaging and Path lab report on 26/4/2014 I have noticed that my skin became puffy and dry skin for last 7-8 days and i went to dermatologist in Kaya Clinic they hv suggested me face wash, Tube MOISTUREX and Diprovate S for my neck( to remove black spot / patch) . (at that time, i did not get my tsh report). But now i am worried as i hv seen my TSH reports on following: Blood sugar fasting : 97 mg/dl Blood Sugar PP : 117 mg/dl (seems to be OK) KFT : Boood Urea, Blood Urea Nitrogen, Serum Creatinine, Uric Acid, Calcium, T. Protien, Albumin) are within Normal Limits but : GLOBULIN 4.18 g/dl and A/G Ratio : 0.89 indicates ? I think some insect bited me on my neck or some other reason, forpuffiness. only due these symptoms, i underwent for blood test. Please suggest and clarify on the above. (Presently, my skin is becoming dry from cheeks, throat little bit thirsty, urine frequency : 6-7 times a day) I would also like to know diet chart to follow seriously as i m not much interested in medicine, but pls suggest if it cannot be ignored. best [/INST] helloAccording to your symptoms of dryness and your blood reports, it is suggestive of a thyroid problem. your TSH is a little on the higher side and indicates hypothyroidism.Your reports are of 2014. You will need to repeat the tests and see the current levels. This condition very commonly causes dryness of skin. Along with that, in long standing conditions it can also cause a mild swelling and puffiness of skin over a period of time. 7-8 days swelling maybe too short to be caused by thyroid disorder and could be due to an allergic/irritant reaction. Or, you may not have noticed it earlier. Have you applied any cosmetic over the area or undergone any procedure/facial etc,?Also going by your age, since it is close to menopause such symptoms are common such as swelling,redness, hot flushes of skin. dryness due to loss of moisture.etcAre you on any regular medication? or new drugs?Keep a check on your blood pressure as well.I suggest that you consult a physician or endocrinologist for the thyroid as you may need medication to bring it to normal. This could directly affect your skin drynessYou can continue the moisturex SOFT cream twice a day for all dry skin. Use a mild moisturizing / glycerine soap. Do not scrub over the areas.Diprovate S can be continued for 2 weeks n stopped slowly.Drink fluids, include iodine in your diet. Reduce consumption of cabbage, cauliflower.etc for the thyroid. Do consult with the physician regarding the best diet for you. |
What could dryness in hands and feet after recovering from fever indicate? | I have never had dry skin before, but recently I've developed rough patches on the palms of my hands that crack along the lines in my palms. I keep moisturizing but its been two weeks and nothing has happened. In addition I have the same dry patches on my feet around my toes. I thought it was because I had a fever awhile back and it is the virus coming through my palms- please advise. | Hi,It may be post pyretic exfoliation of the skin. Kindly consult the dermatologist.I would recommend moisturizing cream like liquid paraffin to apply on affected areas. Avoid soap bath. Drink enough water. I hope this would benefit you.Thanks.Dr.Ilyas Patel MD |
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I have never had dry skin before, but recently I've developed rough patches on the palms of my hands that crack along the lines in my palms. I keep moisturizing but its been two weeks and nothing has happened. In addition I have the same dry patches on my feet around my toes. I thought it was because I had a fever awhile back and it is the virus coming through my palms- please advise. [/INST] Hi,It may be post pyretic exfoliation of the skin. Kindly consult the dermatologist.I would recommend moisturizing cream like liquid paraffin to apply on affected areas. Avoid soap bath. Drink enough water. I hope this would benefit you.Thanks.Dr.Ilyas Patel MD |
Does the follicular study report indicate the chance of conceiving this month? | hello doctor, I m 30 yrs, married since last 2 yrs, earlier I had two spontaneous abortion of 6 wks. now i m on follicular study for past 2 cycles, this is my 3rd follicular study sitting. on 15th day my LO is 14.5*12mm, RO is small and ET is 7mm. please suggest me what to do next, if this cycle i couldn't conceive? | Hi, I think you should repeat a scan after 3 days. If follicle is more than 17 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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hello doctor, I m 30 yrs, married since last 2 yrs, earlier I had two spontaneous abortion of 6 wks. now i m on follicular study for past 2 cycles, this is my 3rd follicular study sitting. on 15th day my LO is 14.5*12mm, RO is small and ET is 7mm. please suggest me what to do next, if this cycle i couldn't conceive? [/INST] Hi, I think you should repeat a scan after 3 days. If follicle is more than 17 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
What causes dryness and red circles around elbows? | Hi, I do not currently have insurance. I have recently developed a slowing growing population on dry skin red circles on my inner elbow. They start small about 3mm and grow to about 10mm so far. Should I go see a dermatologist or a general practioner? I am 24 male 180lbs | Hello..Red circles around elbow with dry skin may be a sign of a fungal infection (Tinea). So i suggest you to immediately consult a dermatologist. Take care. |
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Hi, I do not currently have insurance. I have recently developed a slowing growing population on dry skin red circles on my inner elbow. They start small about 3mm and grow to about 10mm so far. Should I go see a dermatologist or a general practioner? I am 24 male 180lbs [/INST] Hello..Red circles around elbow with dry skin may be a sign of a fungal infection (Tinea). So i suggest you to immediately consult a dermatologist. Take care. |
What to do if having dry patches, white boils, pigmentation on face? | Hi Doctor,I'm 24 yrs old female. Tile the age of 20, my face was absolutely fine without any issues. But for the past 2-3 yrs Im facing hell alot of issues, like dry patches, white boils, pigmentation and so on....currently under treatment for it for the past 1 yr, but no relief. currently I'm been prescribed with Desowen and tacroz | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.From your description it seems you have got acneiform eruption and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Moreover the topical medications like Desowen and Tacroz which you are currently using can actually aggravate the conditions I have mentioned.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can reach me directly through the below mentioned link. I review your pictures, i will guide you the best treatment possible.ThanksDr Hardik Pitroda |
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Hi Doctor,I'm 24 yrs old female. Tile the age of 20, my face was absolutely fine without any issues. But for the past 2-3 yrs Im facing hell alot of issues, like dry patches, white boils, pigmentation and so on....currently under treatment for it for the past 1 yr, but no relief. currently I'm been prescribed with Desowen and tacroz [/INST] Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.From your description it seems you have got acneiform eruption and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Moreover the topical medications like Desowen and Tacroz which you are currently using can actually aggravate the conditions I have mentioned.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can reach me directly through the below mentioned link. I review your pictures, i will guide you the best treatment possible.ThanksDr Hardik Pitroda |
How can facial dry skin with eye redness and itching be treated? | I have been suffering from severely dry skin on my face for about 6 weeks. The outside corners of my eyes are red and my eyes themselves are itchy. I also have very chapped lips and the area around my nose is red and itchy and raw. My nostrils have cracks, too. I have had this in the past but it has never lasted this long. Is it possible I have an infection? Also interesting is that I don't have any dry skin anywhere else... | Hi,It seems that probably you may be having atopic dermatitis. You have itchy sensation on face.And you have cheilitis and fissures on nasal areas.Kindly consult the dermatologist.I would suggest..- tab methyle prednesolone 8 mg thrice a day for 5 days then to tapper 4 mg every 5 days.- antibiotic like azithromycin 250 mg thrice a day for one week- antihistaminics like desloratidine once a day at night daily till itch is relieved- apply mild steroid with fusidic acid cream on the cracked areas and lips- moisturiser cream like liq paraffin on face daily in morning after bath- avoid soap on face- avoid exposure to sun- avoid fish,chicken,eggs,nuts,bringel,curd,milk products,banana in diet- avoid contact with dust,fume,cosmetic,pollens,wool..etc- keep mind cool,no worries and tension- have patienceThis would help you..ThanksDr.Ilyas Patel MD |
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I have been suffering from severely dry skin on my face for about 6 weeks. The outside corners of my eyes are red and my eyes themselves are itchy. I also have very chapped lips and the area around my nose is red and itchy and raw. My nostrils have cracks, too. I have had this in the past but it has never lasted this long. Is it possible I have an infection? Also interesting is that I don't have any dry skin anywhere else... [/INST] Hi,It seems that probably you may be having atopic dermatitis. You have itchy sensation on face.And you have cheilitis and fissures on nasal areas.Kindly consult the dermatologist.I would suggest..- tab methyle prednesolone 8 mg thrice a day for 5 days then to tapper 4 mg every 5 days.- antibiotic like azithromycin 250 mg thrice a day for one week- antihistaminics like desloratidine once a day at night daily till itch is relieved- apply mild steroid with fusidic acid cream on the cracked areas and lips- moisturiser cream like liq paraffin on face daily in morning after bath- avoid soap on face- avoid exposure to sun- avoid fish,chicken,eggs,nuts,bringel,curd,milk products,banana in diet- avoid contact with dust,fume,cosmetic,pollens,wool..etc- keep mind cool,no worries and tension- have patienceThis would help you..ThanksDr.Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dryness of facial skin | hello doctor....my face is dry normally...due to that i am not looking fresh all time...what i can do???.....would u suggest me any remedy???.....then i am using panderm+ cream since i have a bit dark region in my face on my cheeks ....one of my neighbour adviced me to use it...i am using it for the past three days... i am feeling bit good....can i continue it???? or else there is some other remedy....could you please suggest me... | Hi, Your skin seems dry. That is why you feel uneasy. But, that may be due to genetic influence. You feel good after applying panderm cream. But, remember that panderm cream contains steroid. And you should not apply steroid on face for long time as you might get side effects like atrophy,depigmentation,telangiectasia ..etc. I would recommend you to apply alovera and vitamin E containing cream or lotion to apply on face. You may use it for long time. Avoid excessive use of soap on face. Take vitamin A and E containing food regularly.I hope you got my answer.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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hello doctor....my face is dry normally...due to that i am not looking fresh all time...what i can do???.....would u suggest me any remedy???.....then i am using panderm+ cream since i have a bit dark region in my face on my cheeks ....one of my neighbour adviced me to use it...i am using it for the past three days... i am feeling bit good....can i continue it???? or else there is some other remedy....could you please suggest me... [/INST] Hi, Your skin seems dry. That is why you feel uneasy. But, that may be due to genetic influence. You feel good after applying panderm cream. But, remember that panderm cream contains steroid. And you should not apply steroid on face for long time as you might get side effects like atrophy,depigmentation,telangiectasia ..etc. I would recommend you to apply alovera and vitamin E containing cream or lotion to apply on face. You may use it for long time. Avoid excessive use of soap on face. Take vitamin A and E containing food regularly.I hope you got my answer.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
How to treat dry facial skin? | skin,im 26 and married from chennai....i have normal skin as my dermatologist said......for the past two months i have noticed dry skin or tightness around the mouth and chin area and in someother body parts as well....when i checked with the doctor she said it is caused my sun senstivity....and the other parts are okay now excepting my face...also i sweat if i use anything on my face....and if i use any rich body butters on my body i sweat it when there is no current...my doc has suggested nmfe lotion for my face but m a person who cannot stick to one fragrance so i alternate it with my olay moisturiser....m also obsessed with stocking up moisturisers in the quest of finding the right one for me.....also i would like to know when is the right age to use anti ageing and night creams.whether they should be oil based or water based? please help! | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of dry facial skin which is due to abnormal skin reaction to sunlight specially to ultraviolet radiation and it is due to hormonal changes sometimes. Need not to worry about it. I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to affected area and consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may recommend phototherapy to desensitize the skin, may prescribe drugs like azathioprine to suppress the immune system. Drink plenty of fluids and take diet rich in multivitamins. For now avoid sun exposure , use PABA-free sunscreens that protect against UVA with sun protection factor of 30 and do not use any other skin product.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari |
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skin,im 26 and married from chennai....i have normal skin as my dermatologist said......for the past two months i have noticed dry skin or tightness around the mouth and chin area and in someother body parts as well....when i checked with the doctor she said it is caused my sun senstivity....and the other parts are okay now excepting my face...also i sweat if i use anything on my face....and if i use any rich body butters on my body i sweat it when there is no current...my doc has suggested nmfe lotion for my face but m a person who cannot stick to one fragrance so i alternate it with my olay moisturiser....m also obsessed with stocking up moisturisers in the quest of finding the right one for me.....also i would like to know when is the right age to use anti ageing and night creams.whether they should be oil based or water based? please help! [/INST] Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of dry facial skin which is due to abnormal skin reaction to sunlight specially to ultraviolet radiation and it is due to hormonal changes sometimes. Need not to worry about it. I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to affected area and consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may recommend phototherapy to desensitize the skin, may prescribe drugs like azathioprine to suppress the immune system. Drink plenty of fluids and take diet rich in multivitamins. For now avoid sun exposure , use PABA-free sunscreens that protect against UVA with sun protection factor of 30 and do not use any other skin product.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | i have recentley got very dry skin on my face paticually around my lips on my chin and eye lids, i have had it for about a month now. i put my sisters diprobase on it and e45 alot but it doesnt seem to help. i was put on cerazeete 3 months ago could this be whats causing it? | HelloCerazeete can cause dryness of overall skin. What you could do for your dry skin on your face kindly use a mild alkaline Ph soap try using Aderma foaming face wash and try using this moisturizer cream called as Icthyiane HD cream twice a day on the face around the eyes and lips.This would help you out. If it doesn't help get it checked by your doctor.Hope this helpBestDr Batul patel |
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i have recentley got very dry skin on my face paticually around my lips on my chin and eye lids, i have had it for about a month now. i put my sisters diprobase on it and e45 alot but it doesnt seem to help. i was put on cerazeete 3 months ago could this be whats causing it? [/INST] HelloCerazeete can cause dryness of overall skin. What you could do for your dry skin on your face kindly use a mild alkaline Ph soap try using Aderma foaming face wash and try using this moisturizer cream called as Icthyiane HD cream twice a day on the face around the eyes and lips.This would help you out. If it doesn't help get it checked by your doctor.Hope this helpBestDr Batul patel |
What causes dry and non itchy patches on the chest? | I have dry reddish/pink non itchy patches on my chest and I dont know what it is. They get darker or more red after I shower with hot water. They cause no discomfort, but iIwant to know what it might be and if there is anything I can do to get rid of it. Thank you for your help. | Hello. Thank you for writing to usRed to pink colored, dry, asymptomatic patches on chest suggests to me a possibility of pityriasis versicolor.P. versicolor is a superficial fungal infection of skin caused by malasezia furfur and presents as dry, red, brown scaly patches on chest, upper back, shoulders, proximal arms.All these areas are rich in sebaceous glands and this fungus feeds on oil produced by these glands.I suggest a Wet preparation Or KOH examination under the microscope by scraping a small amount of scale from the surface of lesions.KOH preparation would reveal fungal elements, classically known as "shagetti and meat ball appearance" which is characteristic of P. versicolor.Treatment is with either topical Or oral antifungals and the patches usually resolve in about 2 weeks.I suggest that you visit a dermatologist for a confirmatory diagnosis and appropriate prescription.Regards |
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I have dry reddish/pink non itchy patches on my chest and I dont know what it is. They get darker or more red after I shower with hot water. They cause no discomfort, but iIwant to know what it might be and if there is anything I can do to get rid of it. Thank you for your help. [/INST] Hello. Thank you for writing to usRed to pink colored, dry, asymptomatic patches on chest suggests to me a possibility of pityriasis versicolor.P. versicolor is a superficial fungal infection of skin caused by malasezia furfur and presents as dry, red, brown scaly patches on chest, upper back, shoulders, proximal arms.All these areas are rich in sebaceous glands and this fungus feeds on oil produced by these glands.I suggest a Wet preparation Or KOH examination under the microscope by scraping a small amount of scale from the surface of lesions.KOH preparation would reveal fungal elements, classically known as "shagetti and meat ball appearance" which is characteristic of P. versicolor.Treatment is with either topical Or oral antifungals and the patches usually resolve in about 2 weeks.I suggest that you visit a dermatologist for a confirmatory diagnosis and appropriate prescription.Regards |
Suggest treatment for patches of dry skin on face | hi im having a problem with dry flakey skin and brusing. i had scabies about 2 months ago. and i dont have that type of itching but i do know i have something. i have patches or dry skin on my face i can not get rid of i also have itchy patches on the wrist and on the inside of my elbow and my legs. please help | i dont know either u are treated completely or not but the site u are saying about looks like scabies it might be reinfection so plz take proper scabies treatment and also treat the household contacts the post scabies itching might persist for 15 days |
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hi im having a problem with dry flakey skin and brusing. i had scabies about 2 months ago. and i dont have that type of itching but i do know i have something. i have patches or dry skin on my face i can not get rid of i also have itchy patches on the wrist and on the inside of my elbow and my legs. please help [/INST] i dont know either u are treated completely or not but the site u are saying about looks like scabies it might be reinfection so plz take proper scabies treatment and also treat the household contacts the post scabies itching might persist for 15 days |
What causes dry skin with itching? | 25yrs,170cm height,55kgs.......I hav skin problem..my skin is very dry,since 6yrs i am suffering from dermatitis that means when amy skin became contact with any sharp objects like nail, even a small scarch also causes itching on that area and became red and swelling on that part. | Hi..Dry skin by nature has less water and fat content within it. This predisposes to a rough skin that is easily prone for irritation from external sources. The more you scratch, the itch continues due to irritation of nerves in the dry skin. When itching goes severe, it incites a reaction in your skin resulting redness and swelling. This is medical terms is called dermatitis. So it is important to treat the dry skin which is the root cause of all the problems you are having. If you were my patient, I would prescribe a course of antibiotics and topical steroids depending on the severity of present dermatitis. Once that resolves i would advise on using moisturizer thoroughly to tackle the dry skin. I recommend you to have a personal consultation with your dermatologist for assessment of problem severity and thereby an appropriate prescription.Hope i have addressed your concern.Wish you speedy recovery |
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25yrs,170cm height,55kgs.......I hav skin problem..my skin is very dry,since 6yrs i am suffering from dermatitis that means when amy skin became contact with any sharp objects like nail, even a small scarch also causes itching on that area and became red and swelling on that part. [/INST] Hi..Dry skin by nature has less water and fat content within it. This predisposes to a rough skin that is easily prone for irritation from external sources. The more you scratch, the itch continues due to irritation of nerves in the dry skin. When itching goes severe, it incites a reaction in your skin resulting redness and swelling. This is medical terms is called dermatitis. So it is important to treat the dry skin which is the root cause of all the problems you are having. If you were my patient, I would prescribe a course of antibiotics and topical steroids depending on the severity of present dermatitis. Once that resolves i would advise on using moisturizer thoroughly to tackle the dry skin. I recommend you to have a personal consultation with your dermatologist for assessment of problem severity and thereby an appropriate prescription.Hope i have addressed your concern.Wish you speedy recovery |
What causes itching and dry patches of skin in armpit area? | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have been experiencing itchy armpits with very dry patches of skin in the area, other than stopping deodarant for a couple of weeks to see if it helps is there anything else that could be causing this? food allergies? | Hi,Itchy armpits may be most probably due to candidal infection. Kindly consult dermatologist and have firm diagnosis.I would suggest...- antifungal like ketoconazole - antihistaminics like levocetirizine - antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream- washing the area with antiseptic like Dettol liqI hope this would be helpful.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have been experiencing itchy armpits with very dry patches of skin in the area, other than stopping deodarant for a couple of weeks to see if it helps is there anything else that could be causing this? food allergies? [/INST] Hi,Itchy armpits may be most probably due to candidal infection. Kindly consult dermatologist and have firm diagnosis.I would suggest...- antifungal like ketoconazole - antihistaminics like levocetirizine - antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream- washing the area with antiseptic like Dettol liqI hope this would be helpful.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Can a bulky uterus with fibroids be treated for a successful pregnancy? | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... MY AGE 32 FEMALE MARRIED 8 MONTHS BACK NOT YET CONCEIVING CT SCAN REPORT â?? I HAVE ENLARGE BULKY UTERUS WITH MULTIPLE SUBSEROSAL FIBROIDS LARGEST SIZE 5.2 X 4.6 CM & ENLARGED LEFT OVARY WITH OVARIAN CYST SIZE 4.4 x 3.1 CM & DERMOID CYST 3. x 2.5 CM PL SUGGEST WHAT SHOULD I DO | fibroid and dermoid cyst are causes listed for infertility. fibroid of such size to be removed along with dermoid cyst for better conceiving. medical management including hormonal devices availble for fibroid management. as age is 32 you better plan to conceive accordingly without wasting much time in thinking. |
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... MY AGE 32 FEMALE MARRIED 8 MONTHS BACK NOT YET CONCEIVING CT SCAN REPORT â?? I HAVE ENLARGE BULKY UTERUS WITH MULTIPLE SUBSEROSAL FIBROIDS LARGEST SIZE 5.2 X 4.6 CM & ENLARGED LEFT OVARY WITH OVARIAN CYST SIZE 4.4 x 3.1 CM & DERMOID CYST 3. x 2.5 CM PL SUGGEST WHAT SHOULD I DO [/INST] fibroid and dermoid cyst are causes listed for infertility. fibroid of such size to be removed along with dermoid cyst for better conceiving. medical management including hormonal devices availble for fibroid management. as age is 32 you better plan to conceive accordingly without wasting much time in thinking. |
Is pregnancy possible while having irregular periods? | hi Doctor, Name:- Ranjeeta Pawar Height:- 5.7 Age:- 26 Yrs Weight :-80.5 My T3 176.45 My T4 12.5 & my. TSH - below 0.01 i am having irregular period after marriage of 2yrs For thyroid i am taking tablets thyronorm 50mg,So can i conceived in this situation.Please Suggest Me | Hi, I think you should decrease dose of thyronorm, because your TSH has become very low. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. You can take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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hi Doctor, Name:- Ranjeeta Pawar Height:- 5.7 Age:- 26 Yrs Weight :-80.5 My T3 176.45 My T4 12.5 & my. TSH - below 0.01 i am having irregular period after marriage of 2yrs For thyroid i am taking tablets thyronorm 50mg,So can i conceived in this situation.Please Suggest Me [/INST] Hi, I think you should decrease dose of thyronorm, because your TSH has become very low. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. You can take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
Should Clinmiskin and Fucidin be applied for skin dryness now? | Hi as i had some acne scars, the doctor had advised me to use clinmiskin. By mistake i applied a bit more of this gel which has led to excessive dryness of my skin. As a remedy to thi sthe doctor has advised me to use Fuicidin now. Please advice it i can continue or should i give athought of changing teh doctor. | Hi,Thanks for posting on Health Care Magic.First let me clarify the following:1) The treatment of Acne Scars (not active acne): Acne scar surgery Laser therapy, chemical peeling, dermabrasion, microdermabrsion, depending on the type of scars you have2) Clinmiskin which contains clindamycin (antibacterial) which is prescribed in Acne and not for acne scar3) Fuicidin contains fusidic acid (antibacterial) usually not prescribed in AcneI will advice you to apply ample amount of moisturiser over your face 3-4 times a day (preferable after washing your face).Do stop the other medications and consult a Dermatologist for your scarsRegards,Dr. Gauri Kshirsagar |
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Hi as i had some acne scars, the doctor had advised me to use clinmiskin. By mistake i applied a bit more of this gel which has led to excessive dryness of my skin. As a remedy to thi sthe doctor has advised me to use Fuicidin now. Please advice it i can continue or should i give athought of changing teh doctor. [/INST] Hi,Thanks for posting on Health Care Magic.First let me clarify the following:1) The treatment of Acne Scars (not active acne): Acne scar surgery Laser therapy, chemical peeling, dermabrasion, microdermabrsion, depending on the type of scars you have2) Clinmiskin which contains clindamycin (antibacterial) which is prescribed in Acne and not for acne scar3) Fuicidin contains fusidic acid (antibacterial) usually not prescribed in AcneI will advice you to apply ample amount of moisturiser over your face 3-4 times a day (preferable after washing your face).Do stop the other medications and consult a Dermatologist for your scarsRegards,Dr. Gauri Kshirsagar |
What causes peeling skin on the palms and fingertips? | I've had this rash for a couple of weeks. It started in my groin area, and I began applying steroid cream, which helped somewhat. I ran out of cream, but now I have a rash on my lower back. Additionally, the back of my head has been very itchy, and now my hands are extremely dry (tight feeling) and have peeling skin on the palms and fingertips. What could this be? | Hi,Probably you may be having contact allergic dermatitis. Kindly consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis.I would suggest...- steroids in tapering dose- antihistaminics - antibiotics if needed- application of moisturising cream in morning after bath- application of steroid cream at night- avoidance of soap at bath, use. Dettol liq- avoidance of triggering factorsI hope you got my answer..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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I've had this rash for a couple of weeks. It started in my groin area, and I began applying steroid cream, which helped somewhat. I ran out of cream, but now I have a rash on my lower back. Additionally, the back of my head has been very itchy, and now my hands are extremely dry (tight feeling) and have peeling skin on the palms and fingertips. What could this be? [/INST] Hi,Probably you may be having contact allergic dermatitis. Kindly consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis.I would suggest...- steroids in tapering dose- antihistaminics - antibiotics if needed- application of moisturising cream in morning after bath- application of steroid cream at night- avoidance of soap at bath, use. Dettol liq- avoidance of triggering factorsI hope you got my answer..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dry face with swelling | I used a cloth facemask last thursday evening, a day later my face felt very dry, 24 hrs later my face looks swollen and burnt, it was hot to touch, it looks as if I had some sort of chemical burn, I applied some e45 lotion every couple of hours and the swelling went down, its now feels very very dry, and still looks like I have had bad sunburn | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, it could be due to some contact dermatitis and it is better to use "Diphenhydramine lotion" if this fails to responds then it is advisable to use the steroid hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I used a cloth facemask last thursday evening, a day later my face felt very dry, 24 hrs later my face looks swollen and burnt, it was hot to touch, it looks as if I had some sort of chemical burn, I applied some e45 lotion every couple of hours and the swelling went down, its now feels very very dry, and still looks like I have had bad sunburn [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, it could be due to some contact dermatitis and it is better to use "Diphenhydramine lotion" if this fails to responds then it is advisable to use the steroid hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
Suggest treatment for dryness,redness and itching on skin | I have dry skin and been diagonsed as Mild dermatitis on body ,continuisly itching on face specially nose and near by.Also blak spot line on forehead and nose then I have redness on skin which is itchy. With emoderm its moistened for sure and has lessened the itchness but then redness doesnt seem to reduce. I dont want to use steriod creams but I am okay to go a little long route. My skin is dry with small pores on cheeks.. | hello, i can understand your concerns,you may have urticariaits an allergic disease and have triggoring factors like other allergies, which may be some food item, dust, water, pressue urticatia, cholinergic uricaria and many more.if you have diagnosed the allergen then avoiding it can be the best way to get releived.or you can go for allergen patch test to know the cause.antihistaminics like tab levocetricine once a day can be helpful along with use of emolients. you can also apply coconut oil for dry skin.thank you |
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I have dry skin and been diagonsed as Mild dermatitis on body ,continuisly itching on face specially nose and near by.Also blak spot line on forehead and nose then I have redness on skin which is itchy. With emoderm its moistened for sure and has lessened the itchness but then redness doesnt seem to reduce. I dont want to use steriod creams but I am okay to go a little long route. My skin is dry with small pores on cheeks.. [/INST] hello, i can understand your concerns,you may have urticariaits an allergic disease and have triggoring factors like other allergies, which may be some food item, dust, water, pressue urticatia, cholinergic uricaria and many more.if you have diagnosed the allergen then avoiding it can be the best way to get releived.or you can go for allergen patch test to know the cause.antihistaminics like tab levocetricine once a day can be helpful along with use of emolients. you can also apply coconut oil for dry skin.thank you |
What are side effects of Shafair ayuvedic soap? | Good evening doctor, my name is anusha. im hvg dry skin but no acne problems it is clean but im using mysore sandal from past 3 years sometimes like 3-4 days i used to change other soa but it does nt suits..today i brought SHAFAIR ayuvedic soap..shall i use this any sideeffects? pls help me | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, first of all the main reason behind the soap is to clean the dusk, oil from the skin and not for any disease, unless some medicated soap is there with particular ingredient, else for the skin it need to be managed accordingly with medicines alone, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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Good evening doctor, my name is anusha. im hvg dry skin but no acne problems it is clean but im using mysore sandal from past 3 years sometimes like 3-4 days i used to change other soa but it does nt suits..today i brought SHAFAIR ayuvedic soap..shall i use this any sideeffects? pls help me [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, first of all the main reason behind the soap is to clean the dusk, oil from the skin and not for any disease, unless some medicated soap is there with particular ingredient, else for the skin it need to be managed accordingly with medicines alone, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
Suggest remedy for dry skin on hands and legs | Hello doctor my skin seems to be very dry and my hands and legs are looking like aged person's hand and leg,am facing a lots of problem because of this.What am i suppose to do to get rid of this problem.I have used several creams but no result.And also the my palm is very hard | Hello,You should drink lots of water and apply concentrated emollients like venusia max twice a day. Coconut oil application twice a day can be helpful.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Akshika Mukhija |
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Hello doctor my skin seems to be very dry and my hands and legs are looking like aged person's hand and leg,am facing a lots of problem because of this.What am i suppose to do to get rid of this problem.I have used several creams but no result.And also the my palm is very hard [/INST] Hello,You should drink lots of water and apply concentrated emollients like venusia max twice a day. Coconut oil application twice a day can be helpful.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Akshika Mukhija |
What causes dryness and tightness in the lips? | I woke up with really dry lips this morning and my top lip feel pretty tight.. When I look in the mirror I don't see anything but like a purplish mark.. And when I feel it with my tongue it feels like a small rash but I don't see anything. What could this be | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such symptoms could be due to some allergic condition or fungal infection, in my opinion this can be well manages with "Miconazole cream" drink lot of water, have more vegetable diet, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I woke up with really dry lips this morning and my top lip feel pretty tight.. When I look in the mirror I don't see anything but like a purplish mark.. And when I feel it with my tongue it feels like a small rash but I don't see anything. What could this be [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such symptoms could be due to some allergic condition or fungal infection, in my opinion this can be well manages with "Miconazole cream" drink lot of water, have more vegetable diet, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
How can dry skin with profuse sweating be treated? | I have multiple myeloma..doing chemo...having excessive sweating ...need to change clothes 2-3 times a day...regardless of room temp...worse at night...legs ache, sheets feel damp...changed twice last night..65 years old, chemo for 4 months now...history of stent in heart..all good on the level...just very dry skin and profuse sweating | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, excessive sweating if not related with any of symptom which directly related with some systemic disease, but it might not be because of the presence disease that you have, it could be due to metabolic changes but it may not be abnormal one so no need to worry about this, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I have multiple myeloma..doing chemo...having excessive sweating ...need to change clothes 2-3 times a day...regardless of room temp...worse at night...legs ache, sheets feel damp...changed twice last night..65 years old, chemo for 4 months now...history of stent in heart..all good on the level...just very dry skin and profuse sweating [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, excessive sweating if not related with any of symptom which directly related with some systemic disease, but it might not be because of the presence disease that you have, it could be due to metabolic changes but it may not be abnormal one so no need to worry about this, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
Can I use derma dew lite soap on face and any other soap for dry skin? | i am pushpa from Bangalore, my skin little dark and dry skin, so I met skin doctor in chamarajpet, so he written one derma dew lite soap, it is very good I used this two months after my skin is fairer than before can I use this body sir, one more thing I went to buy this product again that product is stopped. now I am again skin get dark sir when will soap comes to market again, what to do for fair skin what ever I will use, that time it will skin is fairer after I stopped the product again it I will get dark skin. please suggest me some cream or soap for permanent fairer | Hello,Welcome to healthcaremagicWell there are lots of creams and soaps on market which claim to make you fairer, but i will suggest to keep away from them. You can visit a dermatologist and get chemical peeling done. This procedure can help improve your skin tone if you follow all the instructions. Till now there is nothing available in market that can make you permanently fair. |
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i am pushpa from Bangalore, my skin little dark and dry skin, so I met skin doctor in chamarajpet, so he written one derma dew lite soap, it is very good I used this two months after my skin is fairer than before can I use this body sir, one more thing I went to buy this product again that product is stopped. now I am again skin get dark sir when will soap comes to market again, what to do for fair skin what ever I will use, that time it will skin is fairer after I stopped the product again it I will get dark skin. please suggest me some cream or soap for permanent fairer [/INST] Hello,Welcome to healthcaremagicWell there are lots of creams and soaps on market which claim to make you fairer, but i will suggest to keep away from them. You can visit a dermatologist and get chemical peeling done. This procedure can help improve your skin tone if you follow all the instructions. Till now there is nothing available in market that can make you permanently fair. |
What could the dry patches on skin be? | I have 2 dry patches on my right hand, 1circular, 1 oval. The circular one is on the back of hand under the pinky. It started about a week ago, just looking dry & scaly. Hasn't changed much past that point.The oval one is on my palm, right in the center. It seems to be starting the same as the 1st one. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such skin lesion could be ring worm (Fungal infection ) if I would be doctor of this caset then I would treat this case with, "Terfinadine cream" hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I have 2 dry patches on my right hand, 1circular, 1 oval. The circular one is on the back of hand under the pinky. It started about a week ago, just looking dry & scaly. Hasn't changed much past that point.The oval one is on my palm, right in the center. It seems to be starting the same as the 1st one. [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such skin lesion could be ring worm (Fungal infection ) if I would be doctor of this caset then I would treat this case with, "Terfinadine cream" hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
How can i get pregnant with follicle that is about to release? | We are trying to get pregnant, and the accupuncture therapist gave my wife a mix of herbs. Last week we did the HSG test and found one of the fallopian tubes would not open enough for the dye to enter, so our idea was to seek accupuncture/chinese medicine options to get "cleaned out". Well included in the herbs are dried leeches (Hirudo!?!). The attempt is to increase blood flow to the vaginal area and potentially un-block any obstructions and hopefully increase the fertile land of the uterine wall. Everything I've read about leeches suggest to stay away from pregnant women. Her follicle is 20 and ready to release, should we do the tea? | Hi, I think you should stop taking that medicine. If one tube is patent, she can get pregnant. If ot does not work, you can go for a laparoscopy to confirm that the tubes are blocked. It can be reopened on laparoscopy if block is proximal. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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We are trying to get pregnant, and the accupuncture therapist gave my wife a mix of herbs. Last week we did the HSG test and found one of the fallopian tubes would not open enough for the dye to enter, so our idea was to seek accupuncture/chinese medicine options to get "cleaned out". Well included in the herbs are dried leeches (Hirudo!?!). The attempt is to increase blood flow to the vaginal area and potentially un-block any obstructions and hopefully increase the fertile land of the uterine wall. Everything I've read about leeches suggest to stay away from pregnant women. Her follicle is 20 and ready to release, should we do the tea? [/INST] Hi, I think you should stop taking that medicine. If one tube is patent, she can get pregnant. If ot does not work, you can go for a laparoscopy to confirm that the tubes are blocked. It can be reopened on laparoscopy if block is proximal. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | 19, 5'6, 128lb not too much medical history. I got a yeast infection and have been treating it with 7 day Monistat. It seems to have gotten better for the most part, but my skin is really dry now, to a point where if I am not careful I'll end up splitting the skin and making myself bleed. What can I put on it to make it less dry? | My DearWelcome to the site!I have noted your concerns. The dryness in the area that has been treated for a yeast infection signifies that the superficial dead layers of skin, that were infected at one time, are now shedding to permit the new skin to come up in its place. If the itching and soreness are controlled, then in such a situation, one may switch over from cream preparation to an ointment containing the active ingredient. This change would normally take care of the dryness effect.I hope you will get well soon. Our best wishes! |
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19, 5'6, 128lb not too much medical history. I got a yeast infection and have been treating it with 7 day Monistat. It seems to have gotten better for the most part, but my skin is really dry now, to a point where if I am not careful I'll end up splitting the skin and making myself bleed. What can I put on it to make it less dry? [/INST] My DearWelcome to the site!I have noted your concerns. The dryness in the area that has been treated for a yeast infection signifies that the superficial dead layers of skin, that were infected at one time, are now shedding to permit the new skin to come up in its place. If the itching and soreness are controlled, then in such a situation, one may switch over from cream preparation to an ointment containing the active ingredient. This change would normally take care of the dryness effect.I hope you will get well soon. Our best wishes! |
What causes a dry red mark on the forehead? | I found a random red mark on my hand but it has a white spot which is where my bracelet was and the rest is red but it s not everywhere it s just in one spot and it hurts a little when I touch it, it feels like a burn I found it yesterday morning and today a random huge red mark appeared on my forehead that feels dry but doesn t hurt what can this be? | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such skin red mark could be due to contact dermatitis and it can be well managed with "Mometasone cream" avid wearing the gear till it get alright and this is nothing to worry, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I found a random red mark on my hand but it has a white spot which is where my bracelet was and the rest is red but it s not everywhere it s just in one spot and it hurts a little when I touch it, it feels like a burn I found it yesterday morning and today a random huge red mark appeared on my forehead that feels dry but doesn t hurt what can this be? [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such skin red mark could be due to contact dermatitis and it can be well managed with "Mometasone cream" avid wearing the gear till it get alright and this is nothing to worry, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
What causes the palms to go dry? | I have a relative (75 years ) who is suffering from a disease where her palms are very dry, cracked,itchy and blackened. No lotion and medicine seems to help her. Any contact with anything..be it water also causes a burning sensation.... Any help would be greatly appreciated | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such dry skin condition of skin of palm may be due to eczema and in my opinion this can be well managed with, moisturizing agent that contained, Urea, Lactic acid, liquid paraffin, and hydrocortisone, hope this information helps, take care and have nice day, |
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I have a relative (75 years ) who is suffering from a disease where her palms are very dry, cracked,itchy and blackened. No lotion and medicine seems to help her. Any contact with anything..be it water also causes a burning sensation.... Any help would be greatly appreciated [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such dry skin condition of skin of palm may be due to eczema and in my opinion this can be well managed with, moisturizing agent that contained, Urea, Lactic acid, liquid paraffin, and hydrocortisone, hope this information helps, take care and have nice day, |
Suggest remedy for dry patches on lips | hi, soon after i returned for my holiday, i noticed some dry patches near my lips... they are on my skin just at the corner of my lips and is roughly 2cms in diameter on either sides. the skin on the patches is lighter than the rest of my face. i have been applying vasceline on it however they still persist. i have had these pathes for the last 1.5 months. pls help me | Hi,You seem to have angular cheilitis...it may be due to..- Dribble of saliva causing eczematous cheiltiis, a form of contact irritant dermatitis (perlèche)- Overhang of upper lip resulting in deep furrows (marionette lines)- Dry chapped lips-infection by bacteria (impetigo), yeasts (thrush) or virus (cold sores)You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. However you may take treatment according to the cause of angular cheilitis.- antibacterial,antifungal or antiviral- vitamins and minerals- lip balm or emmolient application I hope this would be helpful to you.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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hi, soon after i returned for my holiday, i noticed some dry patches near my lips... they are on my skin just at the corner of my lips and is roughly 2cms in diameter on either sides. the skin on the patches is lighter than the rest of my face. i have been applying vasceline on it however they still persist. i have had these pathes for the last 1.5 months. pls help me [/INST] Hi,You seem to have angular cheilitis...it may be due to..- Dribble of saliva causing eczematous cheiltiis, a form of contact irritant dermatitis (perlèche)- Overhang of upper lip resulting in deep furrows (marionette lines)- Dry chapped lips-infection by bacteria (impetigo), yeasts (thrush) or virus (cold sores)You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. However you may take treatment according to the cause of angular cheilitis.- antibacterial,antifungal or antiviral- vitamins and minerals- lip balm or emmolient application I hope this would be helpful to you.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Is it normal to have dry skin around the ankles? | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Is it normal to have dryer skin around ankles where I cross my legs....I have a habit of always crossing my legs..IE ankle over thigh...noticed a perfect 3 inch wide by 4 inch square that a few shades darker just above ankle? is it just dryer skin? | Hello, mild dryness is common in areas like ankles as a result of frequent washing and exposure to environmental dry air..but it doesnot leads to hyperpigmentation as you mentioned, the darker shade may be a frictional melanosis as a result of your habit of sitting cross legged I would adv you to apply venusia max cream on your ankles and visit a dermatologist for the evaluation of hyperpigmentation, if it doesnot fade.ThanksTake care |
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Is it normal to have dryer skin around ankles where I cross my legs....I have a habit of always crossing my legs..IE ankle over thigh...noticed a perfect 3 inch wide by 4 inch square that a few shades darker just above ankle? is it just dryer skin? [/INST] Hello, mild dryness is common in areas like ankles as a result of frequent washing and exposure to environmental dry air..but it doesnot leads to hyperpigmentation as you mentioned, the darker shade may be a frictional melanosis as a result of your habit of sitting cross legged I would adv you to apply venusia max cream on your ankles and visit a dermatologist for the evaluation of hyperpigmentation, if it doesnot fade.ThanksTake care |
Suggest cure for dandruff and eczema | I m 18. Since I was younger I ve had dandruff, but after being diagnosed with exima a few months ago, I have had a few sores around my ears and top forehead hairline, that are just pussing it seems like. What are they? theyre constantly leaking clear liquid but will go away and come back | Hi,You seem to have seborrheic dermatitis. The lesions might occur on scalp,around ears,forehead,face,axillae and groin areas.You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. I would like to suggest as follow..- antibiotics- antifungal tab- antihistaminics- ketoconazole shampoo- antibiotic cream on oozing lesions- avoidance of stressI hope this would help you...Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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I m 18. Since I was younger I ve had dandruff, but after being diagnosed with exima a few months ago, I have had a few sores around my ears and top forehead hairline, that are just pussing it seems like. What are they? theyre constantly leaking clear liquid but will go away and come back [/INST] Hi,You seem to have seborrheic dermatitis. The lesions might occur on scalp,around ears,forehead,face,axillae and groin areas.You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. I would like to suggest as follow..- antibiotics- antifungal tab- antihistaminics- ketoconazole shampoo- antibiotic cream on oozing lesions- avoidance of stressI hope this would help you...Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
What causes dry yellow crust lips? | My lips have been really irritated for the last 2 weeks. First I thought it was because of the change of climate I just relocated from Georgia to California. I do have eczema. They just felt really dry in the beginning so I would reapply carmex as needed. Then the area between my nose and lip also became irritated. A few days ago it got worst and after I applied carmex my lips felt wet and really raw. Once the moisture was gone it would be yellow crust when wiped my lips. There doesn t appear to be any bumps. I haven t been to sleep in two days because it is so uncomfortable. Please help! Thanks | Hi,You seem to have cheilitis. There may be some cause. Either irritation or allergy. If it is for the first time,it may be due to irritation caused by some irritant like toothpaste,cosmetics,lipstick,soap,sunrays or some food particles. You consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis. I would suggest as follow..- oral steroids in tappering dose- antibiotics- antihistaminics- application of mild steroid with antibiotic creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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My lips have been really irritated for the last 2 weeks. First I thought it was because of the change of climate I just relocated from Georgia to California. I do have eczema. They just felt really dry in the beginning so I would reapply carmex as needed. Then the area between my nose and lip also became irritated. A few days ago it got worst and after I applied carmex my lips felt wet and really raw. Once the moisture was gone it would be yellow crust when wiped my lips. There doesn t appear to be any bumps. I haven t been to sleep in two days because it is so uncomfortable. Please help! Thanks [/INST] Hi,You seem to have cheilitis. There may be some cause. Either irritation or allergy. If it is for the first time,it may be due to irritation caused by some irritant like toothpaste,cosmetics,lipstick,soap,sunrays or some food particles. You consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis. I would suggest as follow..- oral steroids in tappering dose- antibiotics- antihistaminics- application of mild steroid with antibiotic creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
How can dry skin on the testicles, glans and penis be treated? | Im a 20 year old male i don't smoke or drink when i was 18 a patch of dry skin on one side of my Testicles as time went by the small patch became one hole side and then my hole testicles now it covers part of the head of my penis and on a patch on my mid penis what could this be? | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris and corporis, a kind of fungal infection.I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for proper management of the condition.I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required.Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments.Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.Kindly spare some time to rate my answer and drop your valuable review at the following link: you require any further assistance in future, you can reach me directly through the above mentioned link.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
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Im a 20 year old male i don't smoke or drink when i was 18 a patch of dry skin on one side of my Testicles as time went by the small patch became one hole side and then my hole testicles now it covers part of the head of my penis and on a patch on my mid penis what could this be? [/INST] Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris and corporis, a kind of fungal infection.I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for proper management of the condition.I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required.Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments.Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.Kindly spare some time to rate my answer and drop your valuable review at the following link: you require any further assistance in future, you can reach me directly through the above mentioned link.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | My daughter has a dry patch of skin on her front lower leg ... it is a little hotter to the touch than the rest of the skin ... she has just been diagnosed with in situ melanoma which will be removed Tuesday ... I'm just worried that this dry skin on her leg may be something else to worry about | Lower legs are a common site for xerosis and xerotic patches.You don't need to panic for the sameUse dermadew soap for bathingapply venusia max cream on the xerotic areas twice dailyIt will waneThanksTake care. |
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My daughter has a dry patch of skin on her front lower leg ... it is a little hotter to the touch than the rest of the skin ... she has just been diagnosed with in situ melanoma which will be removed Tuesday ... I'm just worried that this dry skin on her leg may be something else to worry about [/INST] Lower legs are a common site for xerosis and xerotic patches.You don't need to panic for the sameUse dermadew soap for bathingapply venusia max cream on the xerotic areas twice dailyIt will waneThanksTake care. |
What causes chapped and swollen lips? | thank you. for over a week now I have had severely chapped lips. The upper lip is swollen, cracked and bleeding. very sore. The nurses here at the nursing home are reluctant to use anything with petroleum because I wear oxygen. This has never happened before. Any ideas? | Hi,You seem to have cheilitis. There may be some cause. Either irritation or allergy. If it is for the first time,it may be due to irritation caused by some irritant like toothpaste,cosmetics,lipstick,soap,sunrays or some food particles. You consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis. I would suggest as follow..- oral steroids in tappering dose- antibiotics- antihistaminics- application of mild steroid with antibitic creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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thank you. for over a week now I have had severely chapped lips. The upper lip is swollen, cracked and bleeding. very sore. The nurses here at the nursing home are reluctant to use anything with petroleum because I wear oxygen. This has never happened before. Any ideas? [/INST] Hi,You seem to have cheilitis. There may be some cause. Either irritation or allergy. If it is for the first time,it may be due to irritation caused by some irritant like toothpaste,cosmetics,lipstick,soap,sunrays or some food particles. You consult dermatologist for the firm diagnosis. I would suggest as follow..- oral steroids in tappering dose- antibiotics- antihistaminics- application of mild steroid with antibitic creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
What are the chances of pregnancy with fibroid and heavy cycles? | I'm 46 and I was diagnosed with several fibroids, one the size of a fist, my doc said that there was nothing that could be done, because it's not really a problem, but I have one day of very heavy bleeding and I look and feel like I'm about 3 months pregnant. Is he correct? I also have hypothyroidism and taking synthroid. But other than those two issues im fine. And what are the chances of me having another child without fertility drugs at my age? | Hi, I think you should wait for 2 to 3 months and see the size of fibroid on scan. You may need surgery for removal of fibroid if size is same or increasing. You can get pregnant again but you will need some fertility treatment. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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I'm 46 and I was diagnosed with several fibroids, one the size of a fist, my doc said that there was nothing that could be done, because it's not really a problem, but I have one day of very heavy bleeding and I look and feel like I'm about 3 months pregnant. Is he correct? I also have hypothyroidism and taking synthroid. But other than those two issues im fine. And what are the chances of me having another child without fertility drugs at my age? [/INST] Hi, I think you should wait for 2 to 3 months and see the size of fibroid on scan. You may need surgery for removal of fibroid if size is same or increasing. You can get pregnant again but you will need some fertility treatment. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | i have a white, wrinkled, dime sized patch of dry skin near my pantie line. it has a rough feeling but does not itch or flake. i've had it for a few weeks now and it has not changed in size or anything. what sort of cream should i use to get rid of it? | hi .. it may be patch of atrophic skin... use any emmolient with urea lactic acid .. after applying for two weeks if it not improved then u consult local dermatologist .. thank you |
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i have a white, wrinkled, dime sized patch of dry skin near my pantie line. it has a rough feeling but does not itch or flake. i've had it for a few weeks now and it has not changed in size or anything. what sort of cream should i use to get rid of it? [/INST] hi .. it may be patch of atrophic skin... use any emmolient with urea lactic acid .. after applying for two weeks if it not improved then u consult local dermatologist .. thank you |
What is the cause of dry patches? | I noticed some what looks like dry patches on my daughters stomach an her inner shoulders with a couple on her leg an one large one on her belly button.... but not alot they do not itch no fever she never had ezema before but she is 13 yrs old with alot of acne thats it... | hi causes of dry patches are xerosis , post inflammatory lesions , hansens disease , pytiriasis versicolor and others ,, thank u |
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I noticed some what looks like dry patches on my daughters stomach an her inner shoulders with a couple on her leg an one large one on her belly button.... but not alot they do not itch no fever she never had ezema before but she is 13 yrs old with alot of acne thats it... [/INST] hi causes of dry patches are xerosis , post inflammatory lesions , hansens disease , pytiriasis versicolor and others ,, thank u |
What causes dry spots all over my torso? | i have a skin disorder that has not been diagnosed .. i get the dry spots allover my torso and then it peels or sheds like a snake ...and skin looks normal for a brief period (2 weeks) and starts again with dry spots to shedding like a constant recurring cycle. | hi.. since ur experiancing peeling of skin it may be icthyosis , pityriasis versicolor or PLC ... for this u have to consult local dermatologist get it once checked .... thank u |
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i have a skin disorder that has not been diagnosed .. i get the dry spots allover my torso and then it peels or sheds like a snake ...and skin looks normal for a brief period (2 weeks) and starts again with dry spots to shedding like a constant recurring cycle. [/INST] hi.. since ur experiancing peeling of skin it may be icthyosis , pityriasis versicolor or PLC ... for this u have to consult local dermatologist get it once checked .... thank u |
Suggest treatment for dry skin and cut in the hand | hi.doctors.my bro working in cyber cafe all time use a compt.but last one year his hand is vary dry,red,cut in hand automatcally.and blinding all so.all medicen use skin treatment but all treatment and medicein are fail pls help us wht we do for him.his work also deratcive.pls any losen.or medicen.sggust | Hello,Welcome to healthcare magic,From your description I feel that he has contact allergy to something which he touches daily during work. I advise him to apply a thick moisturizing cream like white soft paraffin plus liquid paraffin frequently over hands after every hand wash. It is a good idea to wear cotton gloves when he is working.Hope this helped,Take care. |
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hi.doctors.my bro working in cyber cafe all time use a compt.but last one year his hand is vary dry,red,cut in hand automatcally.and blinding all so.all medicen use skin treatment but all treatment and medicein are fail pls help us wht we do for him.his work also deratcive.pls any losen.or medicen.sggust [/INST] Hello,Welcome to healthcare magic,From your description I feel that he has contact allergy to something which he touches daily during work. I advise him to apply a thick moisturizing cream like white soft paraffin plus liquid paraffin frequently over hands after every hand wash. It is a good idea to wear cotton gloves when he is working.Hope this helped,Take care. |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | Hi, My name is Jafaru I am 8years old, I have Dry skin problem since birth, I have seen so many skin Doctors and took a lot of tablets and rub alot of creams on my skin, but my hands and feets are always dry. I react to cold weather and pass alot of urine during cold season. Pls can you help me solve my problem? | Dear Jafaru,I can totally understand your situation. From what you describe, you are most likely to be suffering from a condition called as Ichthyosis and often patients get frustrated as there is no permanent treatment for the same; it being a genetically acquired disease. I would like to know more about your condition-1) Is it only on certain areas of your body or all over?2) Is there any foul smell?3) Do you get any blisters?4) Is there anyone in your family who has this same problem? 5) Were your parents related to each other prior to marriage?6) What creams and tablets you have taken so far?Some tips for to take care of your skinBathe with luke-warm water for short period of time only. Avoid bathing for prolonged time especially with hot water. Use syndet soaps like dove or Cetaphil cleansing lotion for bathing. Use liquid paraffin based non fragrant moisturizer immediately after bath on slightly moist skin 2-3 times daily. Do not scrub your skin or pick the scales on the skin at any time. Wear cotton clothes. Regards,Dr Pinanky Adhe |
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Hi, My name is Jafaru I am 8years old, I have Dry skin problem since birth, I have seen so many skin Doctors and took a lot of tablets and rub alot of creams on my skin, but my hands and feets are always dry. I react to cold weather and pass alot of urine during cold season. Pls can you help me solve my problem? [/INST] Dear Jafaru,I can totally understand your situation. From what you describe, you are most likely to be suffering from a condition called as Ichthyosis and often patients get frustrated as there is no permanent treatment for the same; it being a genetically acquired disease. I would like to know more about your condition-1) Is it only on certain areas of your body or all over?2) Is there any foul smell?3) Do you get any blisters?4) Is there anyone in your family who has this same problem? 5) Were your parents related to each other prior to marriage?6) What creams and tablets you have taken so far?Some tips for to take care of your skinBathe with luke-warm water for short period of time only. Avoid bathing for prolonged time especially with hot water. Use syndet soaps like dove or Cetaphil cleansing lotion for bathing. Use liquid paraffin based non fragrant moisturizer immediately after bath on slightly moist skin 2-3 times daily. Do not scrub your skin or pick the scales on the skin at any time. Wear cotton clothes. Regards,Dr Pinanky Adhe |
Why does the skin go dry on the lips? | HiI am not feeling good today about my lips, they are not as normal, flexible and smooth. Since last two days, i was feeling a bit rough on my lips, and yesterday night , i applied white petroleum jelly I.P. on it and slept, today morning, i am not finding them normal and flexible. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such dry lips could be due to allergic condition beside this it may be due to low grade fever some systemic disease may cause this, low hemoglobin also need to be rule out, last but not least is low water intake, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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HiI am not feeling good today about my lips, they are not as normal, flexible and smooth. Since last two days, i was feeling a bit rough on my lips, and yesterday night , i applied white petroleum jelly I.P. on it and slept, today morning, i am not finding them normal and flexible. [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, such dry lips could be due to allergic condition beside this it may be due to low grade fever some systemic disease may cause this, low hemoglobin also need to be rule out, last but not least is low water intake, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
What causes dry patches on skin? | I have an extreme, dry patch of skin on my right ankle that is about 2 inches long. It has recently started to discolor and does not feel anything like skin. It has started to develop on the same spot on the opposite ankle as well. There is not a history of eczema or anything that could result in this... | Hi,I can understand your concern for xerotic patch on right leg. Now the same disease also started on left leg. Most probably it may be xerotic eczema. However you consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. You may be atopic.I would like to recommend as below..- tacrolimus 0.1% oint twice a day- antihistaminics- steroid in tappering dose- avoid soap bathI hope this would help you.Thanks..Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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I have an extreme, dry patch of skin on my right ankle that is about 2 inches long. It has recently started to discolor and does not feel anything like skin. It has started to develop on the same spot on the opposite ankle as well. There is not a history of eczema or anything that could result in this... [/INST] Hi,I can understand your concern for xerotic patch on right leg. Now the same disease also started on left leg. Most probably it may be xerotic eczema. However you consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. You may be atopic.I would like to recommend as below..- tacrolimus 0.1% oint twice a day- antihistaminics- steroid in tappering dose- avoid soap bathI hope this would help you.Thanks..Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest treatment for dry skin | doctor , my skin is very dry type . both my hands and leg looks like that of old people..so many wrinkles and all...i'm have used several body lotions .. but my skin still looks the same. i'm 22 years old, all my friends are making fun of me because of this . what can i do to get rid of this problem | Hi,I can understand your concern for look of your skin of hands and feet. The multiple wrinkles on the skin may be hereditary. So, it may be difficult to get rid off from wrinkled skin. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. To improve the texture of affected skin, you may take vitamin E and A capsules for long time. Vitamin C tab may also be taken. You may apply vitamin E and alovera containing lotion. Avoid soap bath. Protect from excessive sun exposure. Take more vitamin C and A containing food. I hope this would help you.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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doctor , my skin is very dry type . both my hands and leg looks like that of old people..so many wrinkles and all...i'm have used several body lotions .. but my skin still looks the same. i'm 22 years old, all my friends are making fun of me because of this . what can i do to get rid of this problem [/INST] Hi,I can understand your concern for look of your skin of hands and feet. The multiple wrinkles on the skin may be hereditary. So, it may be difficult to get rid off from wrinkled skin. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. To improve the texture of affected skin, you may take vitamin E and A capsules for long time. Vitamin C tab may also be taken. You may apply vitamin E and alovera containing lotion. Avoid soap bath. Protect from excessive sun exposure. Take more vitamin C and A containing food. I hope this would help you.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
What is the treatment for itching? | The sole of my feet are very itchy. It makes me scratch a lot with results in peeling and dry looking skin. I have this condition for years now and nothing works since I always end up scratching them and they look bad again. What is wrong with my feet? | Hi,Most probably you may be having tinea pedis. The skin becomes mild scaly and the feet nails may be affected..But,to confirm the diagnosis, you consult dermatologist personally for firm diagnosis... He would thoroughly examine yor feet and would come to some diagnosis. Allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis,lichen simplex chronicus,palmoplantar pustular psoriasis... ...etc may the differential diagnosis Still, I would suggest as follow.. - antihistaminics to relieve itching- antifungal like ketoconazole for few weeks- antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream- cleanse the feet with dettol liquidI hope this would help you.Thanks..Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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The sole of my feet are very itchy. It makes me scratch a lot with results in peeling and dry looking skin. I have this condition for years now and nothing works since I always end up scratching them and they look bad again. What is wrong with my feet? [/INST] Hi,Most probably you may be having tinea pedis. The skin becomes mild scaly and the feet nails may be affected..But,to confirm the diagnosis, you consult dermatologist personally for firm diagnosis... He would thoroughly examine yor feet and would come to some diagnosis. Allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis,lichen simplex chronicus,palmoplantar pustular psoriasis... ...etc may the differential diagnosis Still, I would suggest as follow.. - antihistaminics to relieve itching- antifungal like ketoconazole for few weeks- antifungal cream like clotrimazole cream- cleanse the feet with dettol liquidI hope this would help you.Thanks..Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
How to treat dead skin at the tip of my fingers and toes? | I am having dead skin at the tip of my fingers and toe. Its not completely dead or scales neither it looks ugly however if i cut a part of it (while cutting nails with nail cutter) I dont feel pain either. I dont have any issue because of it but checking if its a issues that demand medical intervention. NOTE: I am not suffering from any ailment and I am 32 yrs male. Problem persists from childhood. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, this may not be any skin disease, better to try some soothing agent for this and best would be "paraffin" apply this on affected part for few days, no need to worry about this, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
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I am having dead skin at the tip of my fingers and toe. Its not completely dead or scales neither it looks ugly however if i cut a part of it (while cutting nails with nail cutter) I dont feel pain either. I dont have any issue because of it but checking if its a issues that demand medical intervention. NOTE: I am not suffering from any ailment and I am 32 yrs male. Problem persists from childhood. [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, this may not be any skin disease, better to try some soothing agent for this and best would be "paraffin" apply this on affected part for few days, no need to worry about this, hope this information helps, take care and have a nice day. |
What medicine should i take to stop the pregnancy? | this may we sex many times. i dont remember , may 19 we started to have sex and its withrawal method/ it was 5 days before my period we had sex again, and his sperm comes inside me. should i get pregnanT? and help me. what medicine should i take to stop to get pregnant | hello,As per your question you have not mentioned the last date of menstruation and also from your explaination you said you had intercourse 5 days before you got your periods,if after the intercourse you got your periods and after the periods you have not had any sexual contact with your partner then there is no chance that you can be pregnant.If you had intercourse after you got your periods if you mention the date It will be easy to give you details about it.If there is any doubt you have as I dont know exactly you are due on your periods or you already have them.it better to go for a urine pregnancy test,you can do it by yourself.just get the pregnancy test kit and follow the instructions.Even after the doubt persists I would suggest you kindly visit a doctor and get your doubts cleared.Hope this helped. |
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this may we sex many times. i dont remember , may 19 we started to have sex and its withrawal method/ it was 5 days before my period we had sex again, and his sperm comes inside me. should i get pregnanT? and help me. what medicine should i take to stop to get pregnant [/INST] hello,As per your question you have not mentioned the last date of menstruation and also from your explaination you said you had intercourse 5 days before you got your periods,if after the intercourse you got your periods and after the periods you have not had any sexual contact with your partner then there is no chance that you can be pregnant.If you had intercourse after you got your periods if you mention the date It will be easy to give you details about it.If there is any doubt you have as I dont know exactly you are due on your periods or you already have them.it better to go for a urine pregnancy test,you can do it by yourself.just get the pregnancy test kit and follow the instructions.Even after the doubt persists I would suggest you kindly visit a doctor and get your doubts cleared.Hope this helped. |
How to treat dry skin and streaks of thin, linear scabs on legs? | Hi thanks. It is winter and my skin is quite dry and my legs, in particular have streaks of thin, linear scabs all over. They do not dry up and fall off like normal scabs, they just stay the same week after week. Nothing caused the scabs originally. What is the recommended course of treatment? What do I have? | Hi,It may be scales,not scabs. The disease most probably would be psoriasis. Kindly consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. It is very common in dry weather as in winter. Moisturising cream,salicylic acid oint,methotraxate and antihistaminics may be considered as a part of treatment. I hope this would help you...thanksDr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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Hi thanks. It is winter and my skin is quite dry and my legs, in particular have streaks of thin, linear scabs all over. They do not dry up and fall off like normal scabs, they just stay the same week after week. Nothing caused the scabs originally. What is the recommended course of treatment? What do I have? [/INST] Hi,It may be scales,not scabs. The disease most probably would be psoriasis. Kindly consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. It is very common in dry weather as in winter. Moisturising cream,salicylic acid oint,methotraxate and antihistaminics may be considered as a part of treatment. I hope this would help you...thanksDr. Ilyas Patel MD |
What causes extreme dryness on the palm? | Hello Dr, I have got very rough and cracked hands in my palms. I have had this condition for nearly two years. I have used cortizone creams prescribed by GP s for several months and just as the skin start to heal it will then blow up and crack again leaving split skin and cuts which are ver painfull. I have also tried many creams recommended for eczema and a solution with vinegar base which I got from a chinese herbalist. Nothing is working. Can you suggest something as my hands are killing me with pain. Regards Greg | Hello,Hand dermatitis (known as hand eczema) often results from a combination of causes, including genetic , injury (contact with irritants) and allergy. It may affect the palms,the backs of the hands or both sites.Causes of hand dermatitis :-Climatic Conditions-Hot Water-Artificial heating and cooling devices like air conditioners and heaters-Harsh Chemicals-Atopic Dermatitis: Also known as eczema-Over-exposure to Harsh Sun Rays-Thyroid Problems-Psoriasis Treatment:-Avoid wet-work and contact with irritants.-Protect your hands using vinyl gloves but don't wear these for long periods, as sweating will aggravate the dryness.-Use emollients frequently. - Use topical steroids to reduce inflammation. These should only be applied to areas of active dermatitis once or twice daily for several weeks.-If your dermatitis is infected, you should use a topical or oral antibiotic such as flucloxacillin for about a week. Feel free to ask me if u have any other questionKind regards,Dr.Mersi |
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Hello Dr, I have got very rough and cracked hands in my palms. I have had this condition for nearly two years. I have used cortizone creams prescribed by GP s for several months and just as the skin start to heal it will then blow up and crack again leaving split skin and cuts which are ver painfull. I have also tried many creams recommended for eczema and a solution with vinegar base which I got from a chinese herbalist. Nothing is working. Can you suggest something as my hands are killing me with pain. Regards Greg [/INST] Hello,Hand dermatitis (known as hand eczema) often results from a combination of causes, including genetic , injury (contact with irritants) and allergy. It may affect the palms,the backs of the hands or both sites.Causes of hand dermatitis :-Climatic Conditions-Hot Water-Artificial heating and cooling devices like air conditioners and heaters-Harsh Chemicals-Atopic Dermatitis: Also known as eczema-Over-exposure to Harsh Sun Rays-Thyroid Problems-Psoriasis Treatment:-Avoid wet-work and contact with irritants.-Protect your hands using vinyl gloves but don't wear these for long periods, as sweating will aggravate the dryness.-Use emollients frequently. - Use topical steroids to reduce inflammation. These should only be applied to areas of active dermatitis once or twice daily for several weeks.-If your dermatitis is infected, you should use a topical or oral antibiotic such as flucloxacillin for about a week. Feel free to ask me if u have any other questionKind regards,Dr.Mersi |
Suggest remedy for dry dark skin | Hi doctor m a 29 year old house wife I have dry dark skin bevouse of that my husband hates me alote please adwise me which cream,soap,face wash is use full for my skin tone.I just want little bit fair n going skin.please help me.my email I d is- YYYY@YYYY | hello mam just be dont worry,just forget all things, you will have beautiful skin with the use of some advice and medication which is purely homeopathic with no side effect,at first u have to take atlist 3 to 4 litre water in day,take use of salads in your food,1 white rassgulla per day,2 glass of milk per day,for face -apply use of alovera in your face,lastly medicine sepia officinalis-6 5drops 3 times daily for 1month,contact me for furthur treatment.all the best. |
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Hi doctor m a 29 year old house wife I have dry dark skin bevouse of that my husband hates me alote please adwise me which cream,soap,face wash is use full for my skin tone.I just want little bit fair n going skin.please help me.my email I d is- YYYY@YYYY [/INST] hello mam just be dont worry,just forget all things, you will have beautiful skin with the use of some advice and medication which is purely homeopathic with no side effect,at first u have to take atlist 3 to 4 litre water in day,take use of salads in your food,1 white rassgulla per day,2 glass of milk per day,for face -apply use of alovera in your face,lastly medicine sepia officinalis-6 5drops 3 times daily for 1month,contact me for furthur treatment.all the best. |
Suggest treatment for dry and scaly palms and soles | I am four weeks post-op; I had pelvic prolapse. For the past week my palms and soles are extremely dry and scaly. I keep moisturizing but nothing helps. I was wondering what type of treatment would help me. My skin feels and looks terrible. How long does this take and what does it come from> | Hi,You seem to have palmoplanter keratoderma. The skin of palms and sole become thick,dry and fissured. The cause may be unknown. Genetic tendency may be there. Soap,detergent and excessive water contact might exacerbate the disease.I would suggest..- vitamin E cap 400 mg daily- vitamin A cao thrice a day- apply urea containing cream twice a day- cleanse the affected area in dettol containing water- keep palms and soles moist with moisturising creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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I am four weeks post-op; I had pelvic prolapse. For the past week my palms and soles are extremely dry and scaly. I keep moisturizing but nothing helps. I was wondering what type of treatment would help me. My skin feels and looks terrible. How long does this take and what does it come from> [/INST] Hi,You seem to have palmoplanter keratoderma. The skin of palms and sole become thick,dry and fissured. The cause may be unknown. Genetic tendency may be there. Soap,detergent and excessive water contact might exacerbate the disease.I would suggest..- vitamin E cap 400 mg daily- vitamin A cao thrice a day- apply urea containing cream twice a day- cleanse the affected area in dettol containing water- keep palms and soles moist with moisturising creamI hope this would help you..Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dry lips | Hi, My lips seem to be constantly irritated for the past 3 months. I believe it started as an allergic reaction (I had weeping, crusting, swelling) but now its cheilitis. My lips are often dry and peel frequently. They have red blotches on vermillion boarder.. At times the outline of my lips go red then subside. I tried every cream possible... they all have short-lived effectsHELP PLEASE | Hi,You seem to have chronic cheilitis.There may be erythema, dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain, burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not prick the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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Hi, My lips seem to be constantly irritated for the past 3 months. I believe it started as an allergic reaction (I had weeping, crusting, swelling) but now its cheilitis. My lips are often dry and peel frequently. They have red blotches on vermillion boarder.. At times the outline of my lips go red then subside. I tried every cream possible... they all have short-lived effectsHELP PLEASE [/INST] Hi,You seem to have chronic cheilitis.There may be erythema, dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain, burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not prick the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Is there any permanent cure for Ichthyosis vulgaris? | Hai sir,I am sunitha,25 years from Hyderabad.I have ichthyosis since my childhood but i am unable to mingle with the society because of my problem. Can it be cured at least in future days?As of now i came to know there is no permanent solution for this being a by birth problem. Please suggest me how to keep moisture in my body.I get sweat only to my face.Can it be possible to get sweat all over the body by any of the alternatives?Suggest me any creams or solutions. | hello. thank you for writing to us.Ichthyosis literally means 'fish like' and it refers to the type of scaling seen in ichthyosis.ichthyosis can be genetic or acquired.Genetic ichthyosis is due to a gene mutation that impairs the normal function of epidermal barrier.The inheritance of this defective gene mutation may be autosomal dominant or recessive.Icthyosis vulgaris(IV) e.g is caused by autosomal dominant filaggrin gene mutation and X- linked recessive icthyosis(XLRI) by X linked recessive steroid sulphatase mutation.These are the two most common types of ichthyosis.Apart from these other types of ichthyosis like Lamellar ichthyosis(LI), Congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma(CIE), Non bullous ichthyosiform erythroderma(NBIE) are rarer but more severe.Goal of treatment in genetic ichthysosis is to keep the disease severity under control i.e it is palliative. There is no permanent cure for genetic ichthyosis.Treatment includes topical urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid based moisturizers.Oral treatment is with Oral retinoids e.g acitretin for thick keratotic involvement of skin.There is a lot of research particularly gene based research that is going on and it may be possible in future to correct the genetic defect responsible in ichthyosis.regards |
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Hai sir,I am sunitha,25 years from Hyderabad.I have ichthyosis since my childhood but i am unable to mingle with the society because of my problem. Can it be cured at least in future days?As of now i came to know there is no permanent solution for this being a by birth problem. Please suggest me how to keep moisture in my body.I get sweat only to my face.Can it be possible to get sweat all over the body by any of the alternatives?Suggest me any creams or solutions. [/INST] hello. thank you for writing to us.Ichthyosis literally means 'fish like' and it refers to the type of scaling seen in ichthyosis.ichthyosis can be genetic or acquired.Genetic ichthyosis is due to a gene mutation that impairs the normal function of epidermal barrier.The inheritance of this defective gene mutation may be autosomal dominant or recessive.Icthyosis vulgaris(IV) e.g is caused by autosomal dominant filaggrin gene mutation and X- linked recessive icthyosis(XLRI) by X linked recessive steroid sulphatase mutation.These are the two most common types of ichthyosis.Apart from these other types of ichthyosis like Lamellar ichthyosis(LI), Congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma(CIE), Non bullous ichthyosiform erythroderma(NBIE) are rarer but more severe.Goal of treatment in genetic ichthysosis is to keep the disease severity under control i.e it is palliative. There is no permanent cure for genetic ichthyosis.Treatment includes topical urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid based moisturizers.Oral treatment is with Oral retinoids e.g acitretin for thick keratotic involvement of skin.There is a lot of research particularly gene based research that is going on and it may be possible in future to correct the genetic defect responsible in ichthyosis.regards |
Suggest remedy for dry itchy patches on legs | I have circular dry patches on my legs. They are very dry and itchy. Some are as big as a nickel. I've been having these patches on my legs for 3 years now. They don't itch all the time but every so often I get the urge to itch them. Each place that the patches are seemed to be the same areas where a mosquito has bitten me. What could this be and how can I treat it? | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if this is the chronic dermatological condition then this need to be rule out for the psoriasis and for that you need to see the dermatologist there you may be in need of some investigations, till then this can be tried with "Terbinafine cream" because this could be associated with some fungal infection, hope this information helps, take care. |
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I have circular dry patches on my legs. They are very dry and itchy. Some are as big as a nickel. I've been having these patches on my legs for 3 years now. They don't itch all the time but every so often I get the urge to itch them. Each place that the patches are seemed to be the same areas where a mosquito has bitten me. What could this be and how can I treat it? [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if this is the chronic dermatological condition then this need to be rule out for the psoriasis and for that you need to see the dermatologist there you may be in need of some investigations, till then this can be tried with "Terbinafine cream" because this could be associated with some fungal infection, hope this information helps, take care. |
What is the treatment for dermatitis? | i have seborrheic dermatitis and was recently placed on retin-a cream but it causes excessive dryness so i got a moisturizer. However, the retin-a is to be used at nights. Is it okay for me to put on the moisturizer with the retin-a at nights, or should i use it during the day to replenish ma losses | thanks for asking via HCM,Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that mainly affects your scalp. It causes scaly patches, red skin and stubborn dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis can also affect oily areas of the body, such as the face, upper chest and back.NO where in dermatology retino A cream (topical Tretinoin) is prescribed for seborrheic dermatitis.treatments includes -Creams, shampoos or ointments to control inflammation - hydrocortisone, fluocinolone or desonide (Desowen, Desonide) are corticosteroids to apply to the scalp or other affected area. Antifungal shampoo : Ketoconazole shampoo - twice weekly.Medications that affect your immune system. Creams or lotions containing the calcineurin inhibitors tacrolimus and pimecrolimus may be effective and have fewer side effects than corticosteroids do. hope this clears your facts.regards |
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i have seborrheic dermatitis and was recently placed on retin-a cream but it causes excessive dryness so i got a moisturizer. However, the retin-a is to be used at nights. Is it okay for me to put on the moisturizer with the retin-a at nights, or should i use it during the day to replenish ma losses [/INST] thanks for asking via HCM,Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that mainly affects your scalp. It causes scaly patches, red skin and stubborn dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis can also affect oily areas of the body, such as the face, upper chest and back.NO where in dermatology retino A cream (topical Tretinoin) is prescribed for seborrheic dermatitis.treatments includes -Creams, shampoos or ointments to control inflammation - hydrocortisone, fluocinolone or desonide (Desowen, Desonide) are corticosteroids to apply to the scalp or other affected area. Antifungal shampoo : Ketoconazole shampoo - twice weekly.Medications that affect your immune system. Creams or lotions containing the calcineurin inhibitors tacrolimus and pimecrolimus may be effective and have fewer side effects than corticosteroids do. hope this clears your facts.regards |
Suggest treatment for peeling dry skin under eyelids | I have been getting dry skin under my eyelids and now starting to peel and sometimes bleed and it s getting a little puffy and wrinkled. I have been putting a good cream on but doesn t seem to help. It s been about a week to 10 days now and it s not getting better. | Hello. Thank you for writing to usSkin under the eye is sensitive/ delicate and can easily become dry/ irritated to cosmetics that one may be using.Soaps and face washes that are too harsh and drying can also lead to this presentation, specially in those who have inherently dry skin.You may use a bland moisturizer e.g light liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin for face.Specifically for the patch of skin under eye I would suggest you to use an OTC topical steroid e.g cortisone cream, twice daily for 3-5 days.Avoid soaps. Use a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion, twice daily.Regards |
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I have been getting dry skin under my eyelids and now starting to peel and sometimes bleed and it s getting a little puffy and wrinkled. I have been putting a good cream on but doesn t seem to help. It s been about a week to 10 days now and it s not getting better. [/INST] Hello. Thank you for writing to usSkin under the eye is sensitive/ delicate and can easily become dry/ irritated to cosmetics that one may be using.Soaps and face washes that are too harsh and drying can also lead to this presentation, specially in those who have inherently dry skin.You may use a bland moisturizer e.g light liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin for face.Specifically for the patch of skin under eye I would suggest you to use an OTC topical steroid e.g cortisone cream, twice daily for 3-5 days.Avoid soaps. Use a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion, twice daily.Regards |
Suggest medication for a dry sensitive skin & acne | I'm 13, with dry, sensitive skin, but its not too bad. What really bothers me, is the constant pimples on my chin. I heard that dove white beauty bar works, but i also heard that bar soap is really bad for your face. My friend uses it, and she says it works, but I'm still not sure...I also heard Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser works. What should I use? | HIWell come to HCMI would suggest the following treatment and medication for your skin problem 1) Tab Doxycycline 100 mg once in day for 10 day 2) Erythromycin cream for local applicationdrink more water, have leafy vegetable, take care for good hygiene, acne treatment need some more time to come around, hope this information helps, have a nice day. |
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I'm 13, with dry, sensitive skin, but its not too bad. What really bothers me, is the constant pimples on my chin. I heard that dove white beauty bar works, but i also heard that bar soap is really bad for your face. My friend uses it, and she says it works, but I'm still not sure...I also heard Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser works. What should I use? [/INST] HIWell come to HCMI would suggest the following treatment and medication for your skin problem 1) Tab Doxycycline 100 mg once in day for 10 day 2) Erythromycin cream for local applicationdrink more water, have leafy vegetable, take care for good hygiene, acne treatment need some more time to come around, hope this information helps, have a nice day. |
Suggest treatment for irregular periods and conception | hello i m maha from pakistan i m 25 years old i have a problem with my periods that my period are irregular when i take tablet withdrawl bleeding comes and if i don't take tablet the problem id the same i am a married girl and now i want to conceive i had taken too much tablets like progyluton, primolut n and for conception i ate gonadil f and prolifen but my pregnancy doesnot occur am too much worry please answer my query thanks | Hi, I think you should go for evaluation first. Do a thyroid profile and prolactin levels and a ultrasound for your uterus and ovaries. Also do a AMH level. A semen analysis of your husband should be done. If anything is abnormal, you can take treatment for that. Also you can take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. It will increase chances of your pregnancy. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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hello i m maha from pakistan i m 25 years old i have a problem with my periods that my period are irregular when i take tablet withdrawl bleeding comes and if i don't take tablet the problem id the same i am a married girl and now i want to conceive i had taken too much tablets like progyluton, primolut n and for conception i ate gonadil f and prolifen but my pregnancy doesnot occur am too much worry please answer my query thanks [/INST] Hi, I think you should go for evaluation first. Do a thyroid profile and prolactin levels and a ultrasound for your uterus and ovaries. Also do a AMH level. A semen analysis of your husband should be done. If anything is abnormal, you can take treatment for that. Also you can take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. It will increase chances of your pregnancy. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. If it doesn't work then you can go for IUI. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
How can flaky dry patches on the legs be treated? | I have small circular red with white flacky patches on my legs. i figured it was dry skin, but its been some time and they've started multiply going up my legs. They start off real small at first than gradually get bigger and more of these flacky dry red patches moving up my legs. what could these mean? | Hello. thank you for writing to usDry, red, scaly patches on legs suggest an eczematous skin condition. Psoriasis and discoid dermatitis are the most likely possibilities.Psoriatic involvement commonly presents as scaly, red patches on shins.Other body sites like scalp, elbows may also be involved with similar patches in psoriasis and are a clue to diagnosis.Discoid eczema/ dermatitis can also present as an itchy, scaly coin sized patches on legs, more common in those who have underlying dry skin and atopic diathesis.If I was the treating doctor I would have asked you to use a moisturizer twice daily.A potent topical steroid e.g clobetasol propionate 0.05% cream Or halobetasol propionate 0.05% cream can be used specifically for the patches, over and above the moisturizer.These are prescription steroids therefore I suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as for the needful.An OTC oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10 mg once daily will provide you symptomatic relief from itching.Regards |
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I have small circular red with white flacky patches on my legs. i figured it was dry skin, but its been some time and they've started multiply going up my legs. They start off real small at first than gradually get bigger and more of these flacky dry red patches moving up my legs. what could these mean? [/INST] Hello. thank you for writing to usDry, red, scaly patches on legs suggest an eczematous skin condition. Psoriasis and discoid dermatitis are the most likely possibilities.Psoriatic involvement commonly presents as scaly, red patches on shins.Other body sites like scalp, elbows may also be involved with similar patches in psoriasis and are a clue to diagnosis.Discoid eczema/ dermatitis can also present as an itchy, scaly coin sized patches on legs, more common in those who have underlying dry skin and atopic diathesis.If I was the treating doctor I would have asked you to use a moisturizer twice daily.A potent topical steroid e.g clobetasol propionate 0.05% cream Or halobetasol propionate 0.05% cream can be used specifically for the patches, over and above the moisturizer.These are prescription steroids therefore I suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as for the needful.An OTC oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10 mg once daily will provide you symptomatic relief from itching.Regards |
How can dry skin be improved? | Hello I have a lot of lines on my palms. I always have and my mom always tells me that it is because I do not lotion them. My hands feel kind of leathery too. Is it possible that it is just dry skin? My neck back is darker than my throat and is often dry and I have moderate acne problems on my face, neck and back. All of which I have been told could be a result of dry skin. I am a young adult. | Hi,You said..you have thick dry palm skin,hypermelanosis on neck and mild acne lesions. All skin problems are mild and benign. So, avoid anxiety and be free of worries. I would recommend moisturising cream containing urea to apply on palms twice a day, vitamin E and aloe vera containin lotion on neck twice a day and clindamycine gel on acne lesions at night. Orally you may take vitamin A and E capsules. Cleanse the face with cetaphil lotion. Avoid oily food to prevent acne. I hope you got my answer...Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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Hello I have a lot of lines on my palms. I always have and my mom always tells me that it is because I do not lotion them. My hands feel kind of leathery too. Is it possible that it is just dry skin? My neck back is darker than my throat and is often dry and I have moderate acne problems on my face, neck and back. All of which I have been told could be a result of dry skin. I am a young adult. [/INST] Hi,You said..you have thick dry palm skin,hypermelanosis on neck and mild acne lesions. All skin problems are mild and benign. So, avoid anxiety and be free of worries. I would recommend moisturising cream containing urea to apply on palms twice a day, vitamin E and aloe vera containin lotion on neck twice a day and clindamycine gel on acne lesions at night. Orally you may take vitamin A and E capsules. Cleanse the face with cetaphil lotion. Avoid oily food to prevent acne. I hope you got my answer...Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Why is my skin peeling after being exposed to acidic substance? | Hello about 8 months ago my fingertips were exposed to battery acid. I washed them thoroughly but since then my fingers peel when they come in contact with anything acidic. It concerns me because this includes when I am intimate with my wife, and now she is starting to itch down there as well. What should I do? | Hello,I can understand your concern for the problem of peeling of skin after exposure to the acidic material. It is quite common to find such kind of thing after exposure to battery acids. I suggest you to meet an expert for the same to get the earliest relief. It could be possible that you might have touched the genital area of your wife with the same hands which touched the battery acid.In your kind of cases I generally prefer to give a mild steroid cream along with a cream containing moisturizing factors. It is quite important to see the peeling of skin to be vanished after the use of this combination. In case if the peeling is still present, then a course of oral steroid might be required. You can consult a dermatologist for the same.All the best. |
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Hello about 8 months ago my fingertips were exposed to battery acid. I washed them thoroughly but since then my fingers peel when they come in contact with anything acidic. It concerns me because this includes when I am intimate with my wife, and now she is starting to itch down there as well. What should I do? [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for the problem of peeling of skin after exposure to the acidic material. It is quite common to find such kind of thing after exposure to battery acids. I suggest you to meet an expert for the same to get the earliest relief. It could be possible that you might have touched the genital area of your wife with the same hands which touched the battery acid.In your kind of cases I generally prefer to give a mild steroid cream along with a cream containing moisturizing factors. It is quite important to see the peeling of skin to be vanished after the use of this combination. In case if the peeling is still present, then a course of oral steroid might be required. You can consult a dermatologist for the same.All the best. |
Suggest cure for cracks in the leg | my feet are badly cracked and splitting open. i have used cortisone creams, and i slather moisturizing creams on them continually. i always wear shoes and socks to bed. as soon as one heals a bit another split appears. i have even seen a podiatrist who couldn't help. i also gently pumice them but nothing works. i am on my feet all day at work and its really painful | Hi,It seems that most probably you may be having palmoplanter keratoderma.The skin of palms and soles become dry,hyperkeratotic,thick and fissured. You may feel discomfort during walking and working. You avoid frequent washing with water. Keep the affected area dry. Apply moisturising cream containing urea in morning after bath and rub salicylic acid with steroid oint at night on affected parts. Take vitamin E 400 mg daily for long time. You might improve after few weeks treatment.I hope you got my answer.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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my feet are badly cracked and splitting open. i have used cortisone creams, and i slather moisturizing creams on them continually. i always wear shoes and socks to bed. as soon as one heals a bit another split appears. i have even seen a podiatrist who couldn't help. i also gently pumice them but nothing works. i am on my feet all day at work and its really painful [/INST] Hi,It seems that most probably you may be having palmoplanter keratoderma.The skin of palms and soles become dry,hyperkeratotic,thick and fissured. You may feel discomfort during walking and working. You avoid frequent washing with water. Keep the affected area dry. Apply moisturising cream containing urea in morning after bath and rub salicylic acid with steroid oint at night on affected parts. Take vitamin E 400 mg daily for long time. You might improve after few weeks treatment.I hope you got my answer.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dry, flaky & dark skin | skin around my breasts, back of arms and side of stomach to hip is dry,flaky and dark. the skin is flaky but it cannot be scrubbed off like usual dry skin. it begun in small sections around my breasts, but i thought it was flaking off due to mild sun burn as i had been at the coast. it then spread down to my sides (obliques area) and is VERY dry.It is not itchy or painful. I have tried switching soaps and body oils but nothing helped. I was worried i might have gotten an infection from wearing the same bra repeatedly. PLEASE PLEASE HELP it is slowly spreading. | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can reach me directly through the below mentioned link. Hardik Pitroda |
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skin around my breasts, back of arms and side of stomach to hip is dry,flaky and dark. the skin is flaky but it cannot be scrubbed off like usual dry skin. it begun in small sections around my breasts, but i thought it was flaking off due to mild sun burn as i had been at the coast. it then spread down to my sides (obliques area) and is VERY dry.It is not itchy or painful. I have tried switching soaps and body oils but nothing helped. I was worried i might have gotten an infection from wearing the same bra repeatedly. PLEASE PLEASE HELP it is slowly spreading. [/INST] Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can reach me directly through the below mentioned link. Hardik Pitroda |
Suggest remedy for itchy bumps on legs | Hi i just moved to Toronto from Jamaica where its more warm ... i am however currently experiencing the winter here and i realized I have some amount of dry bumps on my legs and balls and backside ... they aren t painful but they hitch ... i had gotten heads from a few guys around town i am not sure how serious this is... please help me | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris and corporis, a kind of fungal infection.I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for proper management of the condition.I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required.Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments.Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.Kindly spare some time to rate my answer and drop your valuable review at the following link: you require any further assistance in future, you can reach me directly through the above mentioned link.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
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Hi i just moved to Toronto from Jamaica where its more warm ... i am however currently experiencing the winter here and i realized I have some amount of dry bumps on my legs and balls and backside ... they aren t painful but they hitch ... i had gotten heads from a few guys around town i am not sure how serious this is... please help me [/INST] Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris and corporis, a kind of fungal infection.I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for proper management of the condition.I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-fungal cream like luliconazole for local application at bedtime. You can additionally use antifungal dusting powder containing sertaconazole during day time and a soap containing ketoconazole for rinsing of affected areas. Take oral antihistaminics for itching as required.Maintain hygiene over those areas and avoid wearing tight undergarments.Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.Kindly spare some time to rate my answer and drop your valuable review at the following link: you require any further assistance in future, you can reach me directly through the above mentioned link.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
Suggest treatment for dry skin and itching on body | My son has continous itching all over his body. He use all various kind of body cream to help with his dry, hard and flaky skin, but nothing helps. Recently a doctor gave him pregnaone and benedryl and still that does not stop the itching. what do you advise. | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It’s very difficult to approach conclusive diagnosis unless for proper physical examination, anyways from your description it seems you are suffering from scabies.Scabies is a contagious disease caused due to mite and it spreads among people who are in close physical contact and by use of common household articles.Treatment is pretty straight foreword. Firstly, i would suggest treatment of your secondary infection (if any) with oral and topical antibiotics.The key to successful treatment of scabies lies in treating everyone simultaneously in the family and others who are in close physical contact. Your doctor would prescribe oral drugs like ivermectin which will kill the parasite. You might also be advised application of permethrin 5% cream and a corticosteroid with fusidic acid cream. Apply the medicated creams exactly as advised by your doctor. Take antihistaminics as advised to relieve itching and irritation. Avoid sharing of clothing and toiletries and launder all you bedding and clothes in warm water.Hope this will take care of your issue.Wish you best of health.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
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My son has continous itching all over his body. He use all various kind of body cream to help with his dry, hard and flaky skin, but nothing helps. Recently a doctor gave him pregnaone and benedryl and still that does not stop the itching. what do you advise. [/INST] Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It’s very difficult to approach conclusive diagnosis unless for proper physical examination, anyways from your description it seems you are suffering from scabies.Scabies is a contagious disease caused due to mite and it spreads among people who are in close physical contact and by use of common household articles.Treatment is pretty straight foreword. Firstly, i would suggest treatment of your secondary infection (if any) with oral and topical antibiotics.The key to successful treatment of scabies lies in treating everyone simultaneously in the family and others who are in close physical contact. Your doctor would prescribe oral drugs like ivermectin which will kill the parasite. You might also be advised application of permethrin 5% cream and a corticosteroid with fusidic acid cream. Apply the medicated creams exactly as advised by your doctor. Take antihistaminics as advised to relieve itching and irritation. Avoid sharing of clothing and toiletries and launder all you bedding and clothes in warm water.Hope this will take care of your issue.Wish you best of health.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda |
Suggest treatment for dry skin | i have a patch of skin on my face that will not go away, it is like little pimples, but its not acne its dry and flakes, when i rub it with the wash cloth to remove the dry skin it bleeds and is painful, i have had for over a month now! what is it? why will it not go away? | Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin over your face. After analyzing your query with best diligence I can get that you might have rosacea or sun damage over the skin of the face. As you have given a history of little pimples as well dry flakes so all these points need to be evaluated.In your kind of cases I suggest to use a gel based sunscreen over the entire face for 3-4 times. It is quite important to do sun protection with best measures. If at all the eruptions are not reducing then you might require a proper dermatological consultation. DO not try to rub the area with cloth as it cause irritation and then pigmentation.All the best. |
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i have a patch of skin on my face that will not go away, it is like little pimples, but its not acne its dry and flakes, when i rub it with the wash cloth to remove the dry skin it bleeds and is painful, i have had for over a month now! what is it? why will it not go away? [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin over your face. After analyzing your query with best diligence I can get that you might have rosacea or sun damage over the skin of the face. As you have given a history of little pimples as well dry flakes so all these points need to be evaluated.In your kind of cases I suggest to use a gel based sunscreen over the entire face for 3-4 times. It is quite important to do sun protection with best measures. If at all the eruptions are not reducing then you might require a proper dermatological consultation. DO not try to rub the area with cloth as it cause irritation and then pigmentation.All the best. |
How can facial dryness and redness be treated? | i have a re occuring problem on my face. no matter what i use on my face, lotion, cleanser, masks, and ect... it is only temporary. i ve had redness and drying around my nose, cheeks, and chin for over a year. oil free lotion hydrates my face but turns it red. my other face products barley relieve the redness but worsens the dryness. help me pleasssssse! | Hello and welcome to HCM.It seems you have got local irritation to the creams or lotions you have used. It called Contact irritant dermatitis.Nothing to worry as your skin will be fine soon.After good quality moisturiser like cetaphil DAM twice a day over full face.Use gentle facewash like Cetaphil cleansing lotion twice a day.Avoid use of any oi-based cosmetics.Avoid direct sun exposure and use water-based sunscreen before stepping out in sun.Hope this was useful.Take care Dr Hardik Pitroda |
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i have a re occuring problem on my face. no matter what i use on my face, lotion, cleanser, masks, and ect... it is only temporary. i ve had redness and drying around my nose, cheeks, and chin for over a year. oil free lotion hydrates my face but turns it red. my other face products barley relieve the redness but worsens the dryness. help me pleasssssse! [/INST] Hello and welcome to HCM.It seems you have got local irritation to the creams or lotions you have used. It called Contact irritant dermatitis.Nothing to worry as your skin will be fine soon.After good quality moisturiser like cetaphil DAM twice a day over full face.Use gentle facewash like Cetaphil cleansing lotion twice a day.Avoid use of any oi-based cosmetics.Avoid direct sun exposure and use water-based sunscreen before stepping out in sun.Hope this was useful.Take care Dr Hardik Pitroda |
Suggest treatment for chronic dry hands | hi i always have a dry sensation in my hands. they are not dry to the touch eg: if i asked someone to touch the surface of my hand they would say they are EXTREMELY SOFT and thats because i cream my hands ALL THE TIME. i always have lotion with me to apply when the dry sensation comes. things that off set it can be touching certain materials that i cannot stand to touch. i am in full time education which means im always doing school work. one of the materials i always have to touch is paper and i cannot stand the touch of paper along with other materials so you can imagine the struggle. running my hands under water also off sets the sensation. when the sensation attacks i have to clench my fist and some short term relief is even to lick my fingers if i dont have lotion. i know its sounds gross but the sensation over comes the idea of how gross it is to lick your fingers. the sensation came in year 4/3rd grade and im 14 and still have it. some people say it is OCD or my hands are overly sensitized but i need a doctor to help as i read these conclusions on online forums please help | Hello,I can understand your concern for dry skin of your hands. After analyzing your query I can get that you have the problem of xerosis of the skin and especially of hands. It is quite a common condition which basically results either as a genetic condition or can be due to simple condition also.In my patients I generally prescribe an emollient cream to be applied over the hands for multiple times a day. A urea based cream is best suites your kind of condition. It is quite important to not to wet the hands repeatedly as can cause more dryness of skin. SO incase if you have any job where there is more wetting of hands is present then should reduce the frequency. You can take further guidance from a dermatologist.All the best. |
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hi i always have a dry sensation in my hands. they are not dry to the touch eg: if i asked someone to touch the surface of my hand they would say they are EXTREMELY SOFT and thats because i cream my hands ALL THE TIME. i always have lotion with me to apply when the dry sensation comes. things that off set it can be touching certain materials that i cannot stand to touch. i am in full time education which means im always doing school work. one of the materials i always have to touch is paper and i cannot stand the touch of paper along with other materials so you can imagine the struggle. running my hands under water also off sets the sensation. when the sensation attacks i have to clench my fist and some short term relief is even to lick my fingers if i dont have lotion. i know its sounds gross but the sensation over comes the idea of how gross it is to lick your fingers. the sensation came in year 4/3rd grade and im 14 and still have it. some people say it is OCD or my hands are overly sensitized but i need a doctor to help as i read these conclusions on online forums please help [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for dry skin of your hands. After analyzing your query I can get that you have the problem of xerosis of the skin and especially of hands. It is quite a common condition which basically results either as a genetic condition or can be due to simple condition also.In my patients I generally prescribe an emollient cream to be applied over the hands for multiple times a day. A urea based cream is best suites your kind of condition. It is quite important to not to wet the hands repeatedly as can cause more dryness of skin. SO incase if you have any job where there is more wetting of hands is present then should reduce the frequency. You can take further guidance from a dermatologist.All the best. |
What precautions should be taken for conception in mid thirties? | Dear Doctor,I am arunjit banerjee from kolkata...i am 34+ and my wife is 34 also. We are planning for her pregnancy by next year May.. We are a little worried as age is slightly on the wrong side as she came to know from her relatives...if that is so what is the precautions that we should take ...and how can we possibly take precautions against risks...thank you | Hi, I think you should go for a first trimester screening which consists of some blood tests. Also do a nuchal translucency scan between 11 to 14 weeks. These can rule out any congenital abnormality in the child. Due to increased age, chances of congenital abnormality increases in the baby. So, also do a second trimester screening and a level 2 scan at 18 to 20 weeks. Check sugar levels and blood pressure at regular intervals during pregnancy. Hope I have answered your question.Regards Dr khushboo |
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Dear Doctor,I am arunjit banerjee from kolkata...i am 34+ and my wife is 34 also. We are planning for her pregnancy by next year May.. We are a little worried as age is slightly on the wrong side as she came to know from her relatives...if that is so what is the precautions that we should take ...and how can we possibly take precautions against risks...thank you [/INST] Hi, I think you should go for a first trimester screening which consists of some blood tests. Also do a nuchal translucency scan between 11 to 14 weeks. These can rule out any congenital abnormality in the child. Due to increased age, chances of congenital abnormality increases in the baby. So, also do a second trimester screening and a level 2 scan at 18 to 20 weeks. Check sugar levels and blood pressure at regular intervals during pregnancy. Hope I have answered your question.Regards Dr khushboo |
Why is the skin breaking down on my lower legs and near the mouth? | My skin is breaking down on my lower legs after I had scratched them absentmindedly. I have had three courses of antibiotics and prednisone but they would only heal to a certain point. The skin at the corner of my mouth is cracking which may indicate low Vit. A. My blood sugar levels are normal, but I have worn trousers for many years and the skin has had little exposure to the sun. I think I need to see a dermatologist. | Hello,I can understand your concern for the skin breaking down on my lower legs and near the mouth. There are two different conditions in your case where th problem over legs appears to be due to eczema like condition. While on mouth it is due to deficiency of vitamin B complex which causes the cracking at the corner of the mouth.In your kind of cases I suggest to take vitamin B complex especially folic acid supplementation to get early relief in cracking at mouth. For the part of lower legs problem you require a supervised treatment by a dermatologist in form of topical steroids and antihistamine such as cetrizine.All the best. |
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My skin is breaking down on my lower legs after I had scratched them absentmindedly. I have had three courses of antibiotics and prednisone but they would only heal to a certain point. The skin at the corner of my mouth is cracking which may indicate low Vit. A. My blood sugar levels are normal, but I have worn trousers for many years and the skin has had little exposure to the sun. I think I need to see a dermatologist. [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for the skin breaking down on my lower legs and near the mouth. There are two different conditions in your case where th problem over legs appears to be due to eczema like condition. While on mouth it is due to deficiency of vitamin B complex which causes the cracking at the corner of the mouth.In your kind of cases I suggest to take vitamin B complex especially folic acid supplementation to get early relief in cracking at mouth. For the part of lower legs problem you require a supervised treatment by a dermatologist in form of topical steroids and antihistamine such as cetrizine.All the best. |
What is the treatment for red,swollen,dry and itchy outlining of lips? | sir in around 4 months, the outlining of my lips is become red,swell,dry and itchy sometime. I thought that it is for weather change or reaction from cosmetics but its first time for doing this. I went to Dermotologist doctor he says and he diagnosis something the name is sebidectomy with sec..... i dont know about his diagnosis. but after taking medicine it become normal lips but when medicine it will be finished then the problem it will grow up. what to do pls. give some suggestions also. | Hello. Thank you for writing to usI suggest a possibility of seborrheic dermatitis.Seborrheic dermatitis can present with red, scaly and itchy lesions at various sites including face.Seborrheic dermatitis is a steroid responsive skin condition and responds remarkably well to them.I would suggest that you apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate 0.05% cream, twice daily for 2 weeks.Seborrheic dermatitis can recur therefore re-treatment may be required. However since topical steroids cannot be used for more than 2 to 4 weeks on face because of the risk side effects that they can cause like skin atrophy, acne etcTherefore for mild recurrences I would suggest a topical immunomodulator e.g pimecrolimus cream twice daily.If your seborrheic dermatitis recurs frequently topical immunomodulators can even be used for maintenance of improvement as they are devoid of steroid related side effects.Regards |
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sir in around 4 months, the outlining of my lips is become red,swell,dry and itchy sometime. I thought that it is for weather change or reaction from cosmetics but its first time for doing this. I went to Dermotologist doctor he says and he diagnosis something the name is sebidectomy with sec..... i dont know about his diagnosis. but after taking medicine it become normal lips but when medicine it will be finished then the problem it will grow up. what to do pls. give some suggestions also. [/INST] Hello. Thank you for writing to usI suggest a possibility of seborrheic dermatitis.Seborrheic dermatitis can present with red, scaly and itchy lesions at various sites including face.Seborrheic dermatitis is a steroid responsive skin condition and responds remarkably well to them.I would suggest that you apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate 0.05% cream, twice daily for 2 weeks.Seborrheic dermatitis can recur therefore re-treatment may be required. However since topical steroids cannot be used for more than 2 to 4 weeks on face because of the risk side effects that they can cause like skin atrophy, acne etcTherefore for mild recurrences I would suggest a topical immunomodulator e.g pimecrolimus cream twice daily.If your seborrheic dermatitis recurs frequently topical immunomodulators can even be used for maintenance of improvement as they are devoid of steroid related side effects.Regards |
What causes itchy dry skin and eyes? | I m afraid to go see my doctor, but I d like to have an idea of why I feel the way I hVe been. Itchy crawly dry skin, yellow/red glossy/itchy eyes. Night sweats also lots thru out the day even in A/C atmosphere.always irritated and ice lost the patience I ve always had with everyone. | Hello,I can understand your concern for itchy skin and dry eyes along with yellow glossy look of eyes. In case if you are on any medications then it is better to get checked with your treating doctor. I suggest my patients to apply a lot of moisturizing creams along with emollients. It is better to apply it just after bath so that the hydrating property of the water can be retained after that. It would be better if it could be applied for multiple times in a day. For the part of dry and yellow glossy look of eyes I suggest you to get yourself examined by a eye specialist.All the best. |
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I m afraid to go see my doctor, but I d like to have an idea of why I feel the way I hVe been. Itchy crawly dry skin, yellow/red glossy/itchy eyes. Night sweats also lots thru out the day even in A/C atmosphere.always irritated and ice lost the patience I ve always had with everyone. [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for itchy skin and dry eyes along with yellow glossy look of eyes. In case if you are on any medications then it is better to get checked with your treating doctor. I suggest my patients to apply a lot of moisturizing creams along with emollients. It is better to apply it just after bath so that the hydrating property of the water can be retained after that. It would be better if it could be applied for multiple times in a day. For the part of dry and yellow glossy look of eyes I suggest you to get yourself examined by a eye specialist.All the best. |
Suggest treatment for a scab | I had mole removal by laser 5 days ago. Its a large scab, about 5mm across. Scab has formed ok, but I noticed clear liquid coming out tonight when I pressed it. I kept it covered for 2days. There were always spots forming on the mole, hence why I wanted it removed. Does it mean it is infected? | Hello. Thank you for writing to usDischarge of fluid does suggest that the wound is infected. Remove all dressing and keep it uncovered.A sterile gauze dipped in betadine solution can be used to clean the area.After cleaning you may apply an OTC topical antibacterial e.g 2% mupirocin ointment, twice daily for a week Or till scab falls off.In addition to this If I was the treating doctor I would have also started you on Oral antibiotics and continued them for a week.My choice of oral antibiotics would be either flucloxacillin Or cephalexin for a week.Oral antibiotics are prescription drugs and therefore you must talk to your doctor for the needful.Regards |
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I had mole removal by laser 5 days ago. Its a large scab, about 5mm across. Scab has formed ok, but I noticed clear liquid coming out tonight when I pressed it. I kept it covered for 2days. There were always spots forming on the mole, hence why I wanted it removed. Does it mean it is infected? [/INST] Hello. Thank you for writing to usDischarge of fluid does suggest that the wound is infected. Remove all dressing and keep it uncovered.A sterile gauze dipped in betadine solution can be used to clean the area.After cleaning you may apply an OTC topical antibacterial e.g 2% mupirocin ointment, twice daily for a week Or till scab falls off.In addition to this If I was the treating doctor I would have also started you on Oral antibiotics and continued them for a week.My choice of oral antibiotics would be either flucloxacillin Or cephalexin for a week.Oral antibiotics are prescription drugs and therefore you must talk to your doctor for the needful.Regards |
How to deal with dry facial skin? | Good Morning DoctorMy daughter age 17.5 has a very dry skin. She is born in Dubai and gets skin allergy when she is moreover exposed to the sun. This rash develops on her upper lip, between her joints.Can you please give me a solution to this. Moreover I am travelling to Mumbai next month and would like to see you as well.Kindly suggestBest regardsGina<+0000 | Hi, welcome to HCM,Most probably your daughter is suffering from atopic dermatatis. ask her to apply emollient twice daily.apply sunscreen with spf 30 or more 3-4 times a day.Mild steroid to be applied once daily.Jope this will help you.Thanks |
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Good Morning DoctorMy daughter age 17.5 has a very dry skin. She is born in Dubai and gets skin allergy when she is moreover exposed to the sun. This rash develops on her upper lip, between her joints.Can you please give me a solution to this. Moreover I am travelling to Mumbai next month and would like to see you as well.Kindly suggestBest regardsGina<+0000 [/INST] Hi, welcome to HCM,Most probably your daughter is suffering from atopic dermatatis. ask her to apply emollient twice daily.apply sunscreen with spf 30 or more 3-4 times a day.Mild steroid to be applied once daily.Jope this will help you.Thanks |
How to treat dry lips? | I have these really tiny bumps all over my bottom and top lip. They want to look like little heat bumps (they have a little fluid in them that comes out if I press my lips together. My lips are also very swollen. This is the second time this has happen in the last month/6weeks. It doesn t hurt, and it really doesn t itch (the first time a month ago it sort of itched). My lips feel really dry and like scales are on them. I have been taking Benadryl for 2 days now, whiles it hasn t gotten any worst, it hasn t cleared up like the pharmacist said it would. Any idea what this is? | You seem to have chronic cheilitis. You develop small vesicular lesions on lower and upper lips. I think it may beome crusted and swollen off and on.There may be erythema, dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain, burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not prick the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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I have these really tiny bumps all over my bottom and top lip. They want to look like little heat bumps (they have a little fluid in them that comes out if I press my lips together. My lips are also very swollen. This is the second time this has happen in the last month/6weeks. It doesn t hurt, and it really doesn t itch (the first time a month ago it sort of itched). My lips feel really dry and like scales are on them. I have been taking Benadryl for 2 days now, whiles it hasn t gotten any worst, it hasn t cleared up like the pharmacist said it would. Any idea what this is? [/INST] You seem to have chronic cheilitis. You develop small vesicular lesions on lower and upper lips. I think it may beome crusted and swollen off and on.There may be erythema, dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain, burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not prick the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
What causes peeling of skin on feet? | My 14 year old daughter's feet are peeling. There are no visible blisters or sores and it doesn't bother her at all. I've asked her if she dries her feet well after showering etc and she said that she does. She plays competitive soccer but removes her shoes and socks immediately following the game .... any ideas? | HelloThanks for the query.Dry skin can be physiological as well as pathological.1. In winters skin loses moisture and air is very is dry, this causes dryness of skin.2. In some cases like hypothyroidism or use of hypo lipidemic drugs there occurs lipid derangement in body leading to dryness.3. Excessive use of soaps also causes dryness.Use the following measures to counter dry skin.1. Get your thyroid function tests done to rule out pathological dry skin.2. Avoid using soaps.3. Use a face wash to wash your face instead of soap.4. Apply good amount of moisturizer immediately after bath.5. Coconut oil is a good substitute to moisturisers.In addition to above take plenty of fluids and take fruits rich in Vitamin A and E.Avoid contact with detergents.You can use hand gloves when washing or doing other household work.Wear full clothes to avoid loss of moisture from skin.Let me know if you have any other doubts.Thank you |
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My 14 year old daughter's feet are peeling. There are no visible blisters or sores and it doesn't bother her at all. I've asked her if she dries her feet well after showering etc and she said that she does. She plays competitive soccer but removes her shoes and socks immediately following the game .... any ideas? [/INST] HelloThanks for the query.Dry skin can be physiological as well as pathological.1. In winters skin loses moisture and air is very is dry, this causes dryness of skin.2. In some cases like hypothyroidism or use of hypo lipidemic drugs there occurs lipid derangement in body leading to dryness.3. Excessive use of soaps also causes dryness.Use the following measures to counter dry skin.1. Get your thyroid function tests done to rule out pathological dry skin.2. Avoid using soaps.3. Use a face wash to wash your face instead of soap.4. Apply good amount of moisturizer immediately after bath.5. Coconut oil is a good substitute to moisturisers.In addition to above take plenty of fluids and take fruits rich in Vitamin A and E.Avoid contact with detergents.You can use hand gloves when washing or doing other household work.Wear full clothes to avoid loss of moisture from skin.Let me know if you have any other doubts.Thank you |
What causes a dry,itchy and crusty spot on the cheek? | I was bit by an insect(spider or ant) last summer which left a brown Mark on my cheek, close to hair line, very similar in looks like a liver spot. Trouble is that it has changed recently. It's gone from flat to raised surface, feels dry and crusty and itchy but burns if I do scratch it. What do you think?? | Hello,I can understand your concern for dry, itchy and crusty spot on the cheek. After analyzing your query it appears that you have got infection over the affected area of the cheek and therefore the resultant dry, itchy and crusty spot on the cheek. In all such kind of cases it is important to maintain a good hygiene and not to touch the area. I prefer to suggest an application of antibiotic cream such as mupirocin for two times a day. In case if it is increasing then I prefer to give oral antibiotics for earliest relief. You can discuss further with a dermatologist.Take care. |
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I was bit by an insect(spider or ant) last summer which left a brown Mark on my cheek, close to hair line, very similar in looks like a liver spot. Trouble is that it has changed recently. It's gone from flat to raised surface, feels dry and crusty and itchy but burns if I do scratch it. What do you think?? [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for dry, itchy and crusty spot on the cheek. After analyzing your query it appears that you have got infection over the affected area of the cheek and therefore the resultant dry, itchy and crusty spot on the cheek. In all such kind of cases it is important to maintain a good hygiene and not to touch the area. I prefer to suggest an application of antibiotic cream such as mupirocin for two times a day. In case if it is increasing then I prefer to give oral antibiotics for earliest relief. You can discuss further with a dermatologist.Take care. |
Suggest remedy for creases and wrinkles on palms and soles, with dry skin | I've always had very pronounced creases and wrinkles on my hands - especially palms, and also on the soles of my feet. My skin is also generally dry, however can be relieved by a good moisturizer. Is there a name, though, for the creased palms/soles? I've had this condition since birth. My sister has it as well. | Hello,The condition is known as hyperlinearity of palms and soles. It is one of the signs of extremely dry skin and is more commonly seen in atopic individuals. Atopic individuals have generally dry skin. The condition arises due to reduced water retentive capacity of skin in atopic as compared to others.Atopy genetically determined, and therefore it is not unusual to have others in the family affected too. The goal is to keep your skin hydrated as much as possible and restrict usage of soaps or detergents which also extract natural skin moisture. A urea or lactic acid-based moisturizer is particularly suitable for extremely dry skin of palms and soles in atopics.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Kakkar |
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I've always had very pronounced creases and wrinkles on my hands - especially palms, and also on the soles of my feet. My skin is also generally dry, however can be relieved by a good moisturizer. Is there a name, though, for the creased palms/soles? I've had this condition since birth. My sister has it as well. [/INST] Hello,The condition is known as hyperlinearity of palms and soles. It is one of the signs of extremely dry skin and is more commonly seen in atopic individuals. Atopic individuals have generally dry skin. The condition arises due to reduced water retentive capacity of skin in atopic as compared to others.Atopy genetically determined, and therefore it is not unusual to have others in the family affected too. The goal is to keep your skin hydrated as much as possible and restrict usage of soaps or detergents which also extract natural skin moisture. A urea or lactic acid-based moisturizer is particularly suitable for extremely dry skin of palms and soles in atopics.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Kakkar |
Suggest treatment for dry skin in the toes | Hi. I am a 22 year old female. Around the beginning of January I noticed between my fourth and fifth toe dry skin. I applied lotion and went about my day. A day or so later I noticed this big piece of dry skin on the pad of my foot under these two toes just hanging. I pulled it off and put triple antibiotic cream on. Then it proceeds to peel. Between the third and fourth toe it starts peeling. Under that forms a few brown blisters. Now. Where the large chunk of dry skin came off it looks/feels like blisters also brown. It used to itch and hurt extremely bad but I've been not wearing socks. I applied tea tree oil. Keeping my feet extra clean and dry. I also have used lamisil on it. What is this? Why is my foot brown? I wish I could show a picture. It seems to be healing. It doesn't itch as much, but there is still some discomfort while standing or walking. | Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin in the toes with brownish discoloration and discomfort on walking. After reviewing your query it appears to be related to the intertrigo or fungal infection of the 4th and 5 th toe space. It is quite common to find such kind of feature in this area due to moistness and closed area by shoes. There is more of tendency to get frequent fungal infections at this area.In my patients I generally prefer to use an antifungal creams such as clotrimazole or ketoconazole at the affected area. Maintaining a good hygiene and reduction of moistness by antifungal dusting powders helps a lot in early resolution of the area. DO not go for any parlor procedures such as pedicure or related things as can cause further proliferation.All the best. |
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Hi. I am a 22 year old female. Around the beginning of January I noticed between my fourth and fifth toe dry skin. I applied lotion and went about my day. A day or so later I noticed this big piece of dry skin on the pad of my foot under these two toes just hanging. I pulled it off and put triple antibiotic cream on. Then it proceeds to peel. Between the third and fourth toe it starts peeling. Under that forms a few brown blisters. Now. Where the large chunk of dry skin came off it looks/feels like blisters also brown. It used to itch and hurt extremely bad but I've been not wearing socks. I applied tea tree oil. Keeping my feet extra clean and dry. I also have used lamisil on it. What is this? Why is my foot brown? I wish I could show a picture. It seems to be healing. It doesn't itch as much, but there is still some discomfort while standing or walking. [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin in the toes with brownish discoloration and discomfort on walking. After reviewing your query it appears to be related to the intertrigo or fungal infection of the 4th and 5 th toe space. It is quite common to find such kind of feature in this area due to moistness and closed area by shoes. There is more of tendency to get frequent fungal infections at this area.In my patients I generally prefer to use an antifungal creams such as clotrimazole or ketoconazole at the affected area. Maintaining a good hygiene and reduction of moistness by antifungal dusting powders helps a lot in early resolution of the area. DO not go for any parlor procedures such as pedicure or related things as can cause further proliferation.All the best. |
What are the chances of getting pregnant with PCOD? | i went through medical check up then they found that i am polysystic ovarian.. i gain weight 40% of my normal weight ang i dont have monthly visit. doctor give me metformin to take 2x a day. is there any posibility i will get pregnant im 28 and just get married. | Hi, you can get pregnant. In pcod patients the problem is with ovulation. So, the periods doesn't come in time. Medicines are available for that . Metformin helps in PCO patients by increasing insulin sensitivity. Whenever you plan pregnancy, consult a gynecologist. You can use some oral contraceptive for now if you don't want pregnancy because it is also a treatment for pcos. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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i went through medical check up then they found that i am polysystic ovarian.. i gain weight 40% of my normal weight ang i dont have monthly visit. doctor give me metformin to take 2x a day. is there any posibility i will get pregnant im 28 and just get married. [/INST] Hi, you can get pregnant. In pcod patients the problem is with ovulation. So, the periods doesn't come in time. Medicines are available for that . Metformin helps in PCO patients by increasing insulin sensitivity. Whenever you plan pregnancy, consult a gynecologist. You can use some oral contraceptive for now if you don't want pregnancy because it is also a treatment for pcos. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
Suggest treatment for dryness of skin | Hi Doctor, Yes I am currently suffering from dryness associate with use of Tretinoin Cream at 0.1%, and am considering purchasing Vaseline as I hear it is excellent at regulating trans epidermal water loss and generally helps skin heal, yet I am hesitant as I hear from various naturopaths and organic activists, you know the kind, who are convinced it holds no benefit? Could you please help me. | Hello. Thank you for writing to us.Tretinoin is known to have stimulate skin turnover and therefore this manifests as skin peeling/ dryness.Therefore skin peeling while you are using tretinoin is a known side effect of tretinoin.This dryness is not actually due to increased trans-epidermal water loss but rather due to skin renewal.Measures to reduce this excessive peeling include using tretinoin either every alternate days Or reducing the time of application e.g using it for just 1 Or 2 hours everyday.Alternatively you may discontinue tretinoin for a few days and then restart with reduced frequency of application, as discussed.Nevertheless, using a moisturizer like vaseline would be fine and is in fact advisable if the patient is experiencing excessive skin peeling.In addition to using a moisturizer you must use a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion.Avoid soaps while you are using tretinoin. Soaps are too drying.Regards |
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Hi Doctor, Yes I am currently suffering from dryness associate with use of Tretinoin Cream at 0.1%, and am considering purchasing Vaseline as I hear it is excellent at regulating trans epidermal water loss and generally helps skin heal, yet I am hesitant as I hear from various naturopaths and organic activists, you know the kind, who are convinced it holds no benefit? Could you please help me. [/INST] Hello. Thank you for writing to us.Tretinoin is known to have stimulate skin turnover and therefore this manifests as skin peeling/ dryness.Therefore skin peeling while you are using tretinoin is a known side effect of tretinoin.This dryness is not actually due to increased trans-epidermal water loss but rather due to skin renewal.Measures to reduce this excessive peeling include using tretinoin either every alternate days Or reducing the time of application e.g using it for just 1 Or 2 hours everyday.Alternatively you may discontinue tretinoin for a few days and then restart with reduced frequency of application, as discussed.Nevertheless, using a moisturizer like vaseline would be fine and is in fact advisable if the patient is experiencing excessive skin peeling.In addition to using a moisturizer you must use a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion.Avoid soaps while you are using tretinoin. Soaps are too drying.Regards |
Suggest treatment for dry and cracked lips | hi wanted to know why my lips keep swelling , looking like i have had bad surgery, when they go down they are left very badly chapped and sore, i woke up again on sunday and they were really swollen has gone down now but very cracked and dry , i have brought so many creams ect but nothing is working. thank you. jane | Hi,You seem to have chronic cheilitis. There may be erythema,dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain,burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not injure the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
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hi wanted to know why my lips keep swelling , looking like i have had bad surgery, when they go down they are left very badly chapped and sore, i woke up again on sunday and they were really swollen has gone down now but very cracked and dry , i have brought so many creams ect but nothing is working. thank you. jane [/INST] Hi,You seem to have chronic cheilitis. There may be erythema,dryness,mild scaling, fissuring and crusting. You might have mild pain,burning and itching. There may be some cause. Lip licking might exacerbate the disease. Sunrays exposure, cosmetics,lipstiks tooth paste, dusts...etc might be resposible. Vitamin B complex deficiencies,anaemia or nutritional inadequacy might cause the disease...You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment of its cause.Have blood tests to rule out any internal disease or vitamin deficiencies.You may take folic acid 5 mg thrice a day with iron tab. Antibiotics may be needed if there is secondary bacterial infection. Apply antibitic cream with mild steroid like mometasone. You avoid soap,cosmetics and lipstik for good and fast result. Avoid bad habit of lip licking,if it is there. Do not injure the lip skin with your nails.You might get good result after few weeks. I hope this would help you in your treatment.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD |
Suggest remedy for dry skin | Hi....I don't know what skin type I have...dry, normal or oily. When I am in India my skin is normal, sometimes sticky. And when I am in Middle East (Qatar) my skin and lips become very dry. I want to know what type of skin I have. Also can i use besan on my skin? when I wash my face with bbesan it becomes more dry. PLS Help | Hi, welcome to HCM,skin type changes with environmental condition. it may be normal or oily in summer may becomes dry in winter. As your skin becomes dry in middle east, stop applying basan. Wash your face with glycolic acid containing face wash. Apply white soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin twice daily. Dont go out in sun. wash your face with normal water 2-3 times a day.Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 every two hours in day time.Hope this will help you.Thanks |
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Hi....I don't know what skin type I have...dry, normal or oily. When I am in India my skin is normal, sometimes sticky. And when I am in Middle East (Qatar) my skin and lips become very dry. I want to know what type of skin I have. Also can i use besan on my skin? when I wash my face with bbesan it becomes more dry. PLS Help [/INST] Hi, welcome to HCM,skin type changes with environmental condition. it may be normal or oily in summer may becomes dry in winter. As your skin becomes dry in middle east, stop applying basan. Wash your face with glycolic acid containing face wash. Apply white soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin twice daily. Dont go out in sun. wash your face with normal water 2-3 times a day.Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 every two hours in day time.Hope this will help you.Thanks |
Can a nasal dry skin with hardness, scabbing and itching be treated? | Hello I have had for the past 2 weeks a hard dry skin area right next to my nose below my eye it looks like a scab . I m starting to think its a fungus can I put econazole nitrate cream??? It itchs like crazy when I put the cream on ... Does that mean it s working? | Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin with hardness, scabbing and itching at the sides of nose. It evident from your query that you have " Dyssebacia” condition which is due to blockage and plugging of the sebaceous glands. It is a condition which is found specifically around the nose. The dry flakes which falls off from the skin are dry and yellowish material and is considered to be part of seborrhoeic dermatitis.I generally prescribe "Fluticasone" cream initially over the area for two times in a very thin layer. Once the improvement is seen then I shift to plane antifungal creams. I suggest you to be in good follow up of a dermatologist to get the earliest improvement.All the best. |
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Hello I have had for the past 2 weeks a hard dry skin area right next to my nose below my eye it looks like a scab . I m starting to think its a fungus can I put econazole nitrate cream??? It itchs like crazy when I put the cream on ... Does that mean it s working? [/INST] Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry skin with hardness, scabbing and itching at the sides of nose. It evident from your query that you have " Dyssebacia” condition which is due to blockage and plugging of the sebaceous glands. It is a condition which is found specifically around the nose. The dry flakes which falls off from the skin are dry and yellowish material and is considered to be part of seborrhoeic dermatitis.I generally prescribe "Fluticasone" cream initially over the area for two times in a very thin layer. Once the improvement is seen then I shift to plane antifungal creams. I suggest you to be in good follow up of a dermatologist to get the earliest improvement.All the best. |
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