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How to cure the allergies present on my face and inner thighs?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 years old. I have got allergies on my inner thighs. I used all the medicines. But there is no relief. Recently, I went for sonography and found with multiple cysts in the ovary. Due to allergy, the skin of inner thighs got darker, and I have reddish marks with itching on my face.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With your descriptions, it seems that you have developed tinea cruris. It requires a minimum of two to three months to have a complete cure. I would suggest you take tablet Itraconazole 100 mg once daily and use 2 % Miconazole gel local application twice daily for one m... Read Full »
How can I prevent a ringworm infection from spreading?
Query: Hi doctor, I started had a ringworm infection on my back and I have been using Canesten cream. But now it is darkening and spreading to my belly and have found one on my forehead today. I have changed my sheets and have been washing my hands after applying creams and it is still not going away. It h... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Fungal infection indeed is very problematic if it becomes recurrent. First of all, you keep these precautions in mind: Do not keep the area wet at all. Use powder frequently to keep it dry Avoid itching and do not scrat... Read Full »
My birth control ring led to yeast infection. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My problem has resolved, but I am still worried. Two years ago, I was on NuvaRing, and I was getting multiple yeast infections. I went to a couple of doctors, and they said it was yeast and also vaginitis. After months of itching and at times white curdy discharge, I was getting a red ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It might be due to an allergy to the ring and had lead to some infection. What you can do at present are two tests called high vaginal swab culture and sensitivity, which is tell us whether any infection is there at present or not. In case if it is there, it will show ... Read Full »
How to cure itching all over the body that occurs mostly at night?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20-year-old male, and I measure 5' 7" tall and weigh 160 pounds. I have recently experienced itching all over my body for roughly three days now. I do not have any allergies before. My skin looks normal, without any rash or bumps. The itching occurs most at night but also occurs ir... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. I would like to know the answers to the following questions in detail to suggest you a proper treatment. Do you have any history of scabies or mite allergies? Are the web spaces of the fingers or toes involve... Read Full »
There is peeling of the skin and red spots on the penis. Kindly suggest some remedies.
Query: Hello doctor, I noticed some infection on my penis two days back. The skin is peeling out, and there are little red spots on the head of the penis. There is no itching or irritation. I am sexually active. I am currently taking tablet Nexito 5 mg. Kindly suggest a solution for the same. Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. A proper evaluation can be done if you share the following information. Did you come in contact with any irritant chemical? Did you use any harsh soap? Do you have a latex allergy? Did you use any scented moisturi... Read Full »
I have been dealing with recurrent ear infections. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,For the past few months, I have been dealing with recurrent ear infections, and it is affecting my quality of life. The pain and discomfort are becoming unbearable, and I need a solution. I am worried about the long-term impact on my hearing and overall ear health. Is there anything mor... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Ear infections are divided into two main parts: 1. Outer ear infections called otitis externa. 2. Middle ear infections called otitis media which again could be acute and chronic. Outer ear infections are characterized by constant excr... Read Full »
What medication is advised for odorless wetness at penis tip?
Query: Hello doctor, I had intercourse with my girlfriend and it slipped. Also, my girl just started her menstrual cycle at about the same time. After about two weeks later, I noted slight wetness at the tip of my penis and had some irritation. I took Azithromycin three tablets. The irritation stopped, bu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The wetness you are experiencing may not be an infection, it could be due to friction-related issue after intercourse causing some inflammation. As you have already run the tests and taken a course of antibiotics, there is not much to worry about. Observe the discha... Read Full »
My mom is suffering from a skin disease. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My mom is suffering from skin disease for the last two months on her palms and bottom part of her legs. She has an itchy feel from inside and usually her hands are getting tight and dry. The upper layer of her palm skin is coming out in patches. Please guide me with the pictures attached. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and the given history of your mother. Most likely she is suffering from tinea manuum (fungal infection of hand) and tinea pedis and the second possibility is hand and foot eczema (dyshidrotic ecze... Read Full »
I have fungal infection in the vulvar and groin region. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24-year-old female. I am not diagnosed with any pre-existing condition. I have been suffering from a fungal infection in my vulvar and groin region for almost two months. Initially, it only affected the vulvar region, but now it spread to the inner thighs and connected buttock are... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send a picture of the affected area if possible. Also, mention if there is any vaginal discharge? Read Full »
What could cause a stingy and sensitive rash on penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a rash on my penis head, it does not hurt much and it does not look severe, but it is uncomfortable and I feel very sensitive now and also it stings when I urinate but not always. Because of Covid-19 I do not want to visit a doctor, so I browsed the internet and I am afraid it i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have used steroid creams and a lot of antibiotics. But I do not know how it started at all? Was it itchy to start? Urine burning or after you urinate, because steroids change every morphology and just cover symptoms and signs. I want to know if there was any dischar... Read Full »