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Boils on skin

2022-08-10 03:13:45
Hello, My father in Law has boils on skin. He doesn't have any itching or burning sensation or skin. It started from leg and slowly gradually spreading on other parts of the body. Please suggest what kind of infection it is? Is it a fungal or bacterial infection or what Thank you! Waiting for the responses Also attached the picture
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Don't worry...you are suffering from herpes zoster  causing this blisters... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

Answered2022-08-10 12:38:35

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2022-08-10 10:04:58

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Consult Dermatologist for further management

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail

Answered2022-08-10 06:16:24

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Looks like blisters. You need to visit a dermat in person asap. May be biopsy and proceed as per his or her advise.

Answered2022-08-10 04:38:30

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Will have to properly check . Please come for consultation or you can book online consultation for same.

Answered2022-08-10 07:07:08

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Seems like viral infection, treatment necessary
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kindly do direct online consultation with photographs for detailed prescription and further management

Answered2022-08-10 04:46:32

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