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I am having certain symptoms of diabetic but i didnot checked with doctor. I myslf found that Some of the symptoms. I need to get checkup.

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Get your Fasting and Post meal sugars done. Normally those should be below 100 and 140 respectively. If you wish, you may also check HbA1C which should be less than 6.5%. If any of these are abnormal ...  Read More

Slight red in color in multiple small area of leg including thighs..very dry and thin not leathery at all..history of dry skin and have used steroids after consulting dermatologis Previously. Skin get wrinkle like in that area and very itchy in night..applying some moisturizer give some relief.. After itching skin look mild white like in dry scal

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You may be suffering from fungal infection of the inner thighs groin and buttocks area which we call tinea cruris. this is commonly referred as jock itch. It is easily treatable by taking 4 to 6 weeks ...  Read More

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Hi, I am Having a Skin Condition in my foot since years where skin is getting Darker in Colour,also if I scratch few Dead skin is also coming off the Place. I actually ignore it now I think it's serious. I don't have any other issue with it. But now the area of the Darken skin is getting Bigger And Bigger every day. Need your Opinion on this.

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Fungal infection.. Also called jock itch, when occurs in groin.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May be red or ...  Read More

I am getting big painful pimples on the ass and on the outer layer of anal skin(which is painful when I go to washroom)... Tell me what should I do?

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The success rate of homeopathic treatment for anal fistula or fistula in ano is very good. That is because homeopathic medicines are able to cure the abscess or the infection completely. The body̵ ...  Read More

I've got bad acne and oily skin, it never goes away and it's really affecting me to the point where I don't want to leave the house

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Acne can be treated easily with facewash, tablets and creams. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breakouts, ta ...  Read More

I am having dryness and small acne on my face in 10 days it's getting worsen ,there is inbuilt skin acne and red patches around cheeks plz suggest me

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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment d ...  Read More

Hi, my son is 2year and 7 month. he doesn't have any allergies, not in any medication. his skin in fingers started peeling off, now in palm too. its been month. he doesn't go away. what could be the reason. we r not in winter or heavy summer. he stays home and play. often play in water before bath. using same soap and sampoo since he born. this is

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Hi For better evaluation and treatment kindly consult with skin specialist ...  Read More

Which is the best available skin tightening ointment or cream for face. Also... ointment for reducing dark spots..sunburns on my face I was undergoing a treatment for vitiligo which required me to sit in direct sunlight for an hour daily...which resulted in dark spots and sunburn patches on my face . Plz suggest some remedy for it

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ...  Read More

I have had acidity and burning sensation in my stomach from past 8 months it has resultrd in stress,anxiety and depression have got dry skin and neck and face skin has become more thinner than any other body skin Kindly help have a dark dull color kindly help to get a clear skin

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Acidity does not cause darkness of face. There are many reasons why your skin would turn dark. Sun tan, overweight, pigmentation disorders like acanthosis or melasma, nutritional deficiency etc are so ...  Read More

I have been having several skin issues for 2 years now and I have also tried different medications but no improvement

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You forgot to.mention the problem. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

Hi, Sir/madam My cousin legs skin becoming dry and itchy he is diabetic under medication (Age 39).Please suggest the best lotion for the dry skin.Here I m attaching the legs pics plz have a look.Thank you.

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

Sir/ma'am My grandfather aged 70 is diabetic person Hba1c:7.4 , creatinine 0.8 urea 20. Is suffering from swelling problem in leg from past few days. Swelling come and goes on its own. What is the possible cause and solution kindly guide.

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What is his BP. Blood sugar not in range.its a oedematous condition. Keep watch his water intake. Take pillow below ankle while sleeping .do some testing. ECG,RFT,Diabetes profile, LIPID profile ,LFT ...  Read More

Dear Sir/ Madam, I am type -2 diabetic since 20 years. Since last six months had Started Jan aushadhi medicines. Suddenly there is a shoot up in blood sugar leading to Severe Cramps in my right leg. Pl suggest can I use Jan aushadhi Medicines instead of english medicines and also pl let me know the treatment for severe Cramps and also any home exer

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ...  Read More

My father is a diabetic patient he is having a swelling in his both legs with no pain. And also a skin allergy in both hands and head. Please help.

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Detailed Evaluation needed ...  Read More

Specialists told us that it might be lichen planus. Steroids are given by the dermatologist due to which I got boils on my body and itching in it. My skin condition is getting worse day by day . I need some good and serious advice to get rid of it.

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Need skin biopsy.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

I m having skin problem in both legs since more than 3 months. I am a diabetic patient, taking medicines since last 3 months.

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This may be eczema. It is treatable. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I had an eczema near the ankle but is now more or less cleared but the skin doesn't look normal as of now. What should I apply to have the normal akin condition back?The photo is the recent one after using Moisturex cream and steroid cream. Please suggest a medication for regular skin in that area. Thank you very much

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Don't worry...... specific Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ...  Read More

Sir my father is diabetic patient since 15 years three months back right leg wound operation done and also skin grated. Now on that skin graft wound water coming from leg some inspection happened on that leg. Now what to do please guide us

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Yes. It could be infected. Take suitable antibiotics after consulting your doctor ...  Read More

My dad is having continuous wounds with puss on his leg below knees around ankle. By the time one is gone other comes up. Fresh one starts with pimple type with puss and eventually turns into wound. He is a diabetic but it is in control. Need suggestions to which doctor I should take him. To dermatologist or to a diabetic doctor?

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He is suffering from bacterial folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consu ...  Read More

Hello, Since past 5-6 days I am facing really bad itching skin condition on my butt. Actually I am having this skin issue since 2 months but situation got worse in last 2 days. The same problem arrised 2 years back and I was applying following creams. 1) Ebernet twice daily. 2) Loceryl in the evening And I am wearing 100% cotton clothes and open c

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Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May ...  Read More

Hi My mom has a skin condition on her foot, which is spreading day by day. I am not residing with her and a picture today of her foot. After seeing that picture I was worried and did some online search. Which lead me to think that it's psoriasis, but I am not sure. Please help me to identify the condition and options for best treatment. Please loo

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Fungal infection.. Also called jock itch, when occurs in groin.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May be red or ...  Read More

My mother is diabetic and have swelling in left leg with red colored skin and it also pains alot. Have attached the photo of the leg.

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It's cellulitis..Need immediate antibiotics...Do direct online consultation by sending photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

I m diabetic for 15 years now.normally having hb1c around 7. Problem is that havind redness and itching on penise head since many years.it aggravates after sex.i use fourderm cream but it gives only temporary relief,dont cure it. Plz advice.

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It's genital candidiasis.. Do direct online consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

My mother (Age 48 years) is diabetic and recently she has observed swelling in her legs. She regularly takes insulin and her blood glucose level in under control. Please can you explain the possible causes and remedies that I need to go for?

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Hi, I am diabetic and I have a wound on my right leg which was healed but from last two days there is some kind of pus coming out of it. I sustained this wound 6 months back then I had took medicine and it got healed. What should I do.

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Go to Diabetes specialist get check up like x ray,Haemogram.then take advice from him. ...  Read More

I have flu like conditions for 3 days.started with cough and sore throat on first day.Pain in in whole body and fever on day 2 and now no fever.Cough and pain has also reduced but still CONTINUE . Especially pain in leg and back.Overall Feeling of weakness.

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Drink plenty of water,eat soft foods like cooked cereal, mashed potatoes, soft fruits, yogurt and soft-cooked eggs...give adequate rest to your body..Avoid spicy foods or acidic foods. Gargle with war ...  Read More

Hello, My MOM is diabetic from past 25 years, Currently suffering with skin allergies in her legs and slowly spreading towards thighs region also in hands near elbows Bubbles are growing half cm in redish brown color with puss and few days later it is turned black color with little bulge. She also has irritation in that mentioned areas and also una

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Kindly visit a skin specialist as early as possible. She will need complete physical examination. A skin biopsy might also be needed. Regards, Dr Pinanky Jadhav, Pune ...  Read More

Hi, My mother is a diabetic and from past 5 years she is suffering from skin rashes from which she is suffering a lot. I want to get her treated. I have tried lot of allopathic doctors and till now it has not affected. Please advise. Regards, -- Avinash

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Usually diabetic patients have slow healing process. If diabetes is uncontrolled then problem aggravates. So first take steps to keep sugar within normal limits. Giv details about skin rashes. Which p ...  Read More

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