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I am experiencing hallmarks of rosacea. Please suggest.
Query: Hi doctor, I have thick skin pads on my cheeks, and the symptoms have all the hallmarks of rosacea, redness, itchiness, pain in sunlight, blushing, etc. I was becoming very self-conscious of my face and wondered if I could do anything to reduce the symptoms. It started almost 10 to 15 years ago, but... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it seems to be a manifestation of rosacea. Please send good quality photographs taken in natural light to confirm the diagnosis and to provide you the proper treatment. Read Full »
I have burning sensation and redness in scrotum. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old male. I am having a burning sensation and redness in my scrotum. I consulted two doctors from the same hospital. The doctor diagnosed it as scrotal dermatitis. The first doctor prescribed the following: Motimesh cream (to be applied at night) for 10 days, Abzorb dust... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaints and reviewed the attached photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems to be red scrotum syndrome. It is a chronic disease characterized by redness and burning on the scrotum. If I was your treating doctor, I wo... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I suffer from vaginal discomfort, including itchiness and discharge that is runny and smells bad. Itches in the vagina are very worse at night. Levonorgestrel was discontinued two months ago to try to get conceived. However, I took a recent prenatal blood test, human immunodeficiency vir... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send me your complete history. When have you taken sexually transmitted infection tests? You can have treatment if you only had a high vaginal swab recently. I suggest you take a tablet of Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily and a Metronidazole 400 mg eight hours f... Read Full »
Why do I have pain on the left side of penis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a slight pain on the left side of my penis near the base and a little on the left side of my testicles as well since last Thursday. Everything else is fine. It is just a strange pain. My fiancee was a little rough with me on Wednesday night and I thought maybe it was because of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. From your description, there is a possibility of epididymo-orchitis. I suggest taking a one-week course of an antibiotic such as Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily and a pain killer like Diclofenac 50 mg as and when needed, if there is a pain. If... Read Full »
Why do I get a lump on my penis, rashes, and fever after sex?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a lump on my penis, accompanied by rashes on the folds of my arms and buttocks, three weeks ago. I remember having a slight fever and sweating in my groin area. I cannot recall if I had night sweats as well. I feared it was syphilis because I had unprotected sex before then. I start... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thanks for reaching out to iCliniq. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry, I am here to take care of you. Regarding your symptoms, I believe you have developed a sexually transmitted disease caused by bacteria, fungi, or viral infection. You can do a urine culture for an MC... Read Full »
Can I get bald spots with Doxycycline?
Query: Hello doctor, I was taking Doxycycline for three months. After I got a haircut in the third month, I noticed that I had two bald patches (it is not actually bald, they were just super thin with a little bit of hair). I got a haircut again today, and the same problem occurred. I am almost positive th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Doxycycline is Tetracycline antibiotic that can cause photosensitivity and photo-onycolysis (nail dystrophy) but alopecia areata is not linked with this medication. On the other hand, nail problems are common with alopecia areata. Read Full »
I have been having chronic skin problems. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have been having chronic skin problems, and after doing some study, Cutibacterium acnes may be the cause. I am a 35-years-old, and I have noticed that my face is red and that I have frequent breakouts. Could you elaborate on Cutibacterium acnes and how it affects various skin conditions... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.I suggest using Clindamycin ointment for local application and tablet Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily for 10 days.Laser or Light Therapy: This treatment works best with other acne treatments.Corticosteroid Injection: A dermatologist can inject it wi... Read Full »
What genital symptoms should I be mindful of at 32?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 32-year-old gay man, and I have come across information about Doxycycline for managing sexually transmitted infections. While I am not an expert, I believe it is important to prioritize my health. Can you provide information on the symptoms that might indicate a potential issue i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Doxycycline is an antibiotic known for its efficacy against bacterial infections, particularly syphilis and chlamydia. However, it is essential to note that there are various types of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that may not ... Read Full »
I have been suffering from urethritis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had urethritis going on for almost two months. I have been tested for all major STDs and have come back negative. My current symptoms are burning sensation in the penis, inflamed meatus, a burning and itchy sensation around the meatus, on and off aching of urethra, no obvious di... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. How is your urine flow? Are you sexually active? If yes, then it is possible that you may be getting repeated infections from your partner. Continue with Doxiclat (Doxycycline) at present and complete the course. There is no need for Moxifloxacin. Another possibility t... Read Full »
How can I identify Rocky Mountain spotted fever?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old woman. I have been experiencing some symptoms that seem really concerning, and I feel that it might be Rocky Mountain spotted fever. For the past three days, I have had a sudden onset of fever, headaches, and muscle aches, and I am not sure if I have been exposed to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concerns. Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii (R. rickettsii), which is carried by ticks. The bacteria are spread to humans. It presents as a petechial rash beginnin... Read Full »