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My mother in law who is 70 years old now, has lot of itching and rashes on her skin. She was washing her clothes yesterday. Can it be because of the soap? What are the causes of itchy rashes on skin? She has ever got this earlier? Can it be hereditary?

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suffering from allergic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation f ...  Read More

Skin Rashes which are causing itching, earlier Dr had said that eosino is 08 which cauing issues so they have given hetrazan 100 Tablet, i have just started to take them but the itching is making me cry

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U r suffering from acute Urticaria..need long term medication.. send photos for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I've been expriencing a dry skin rash on the tip of my penis skin that cause a crack on the tip of my penis, and also causing it to create a white like colour in it, can you please help me. This only happen when this winter starts

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Hi Kindly see a urologist and get examined. It may not be a serious issue but better to get examined. ...  Read More

My mother in law was diagnosed with herpes 2days back. Any amount of research could not reveal the causes for the same. She has it on her chest and shoulders. I would like to know why excatly is herpes caused. We have a pet dog who is allowed everywhere in the house and even on the bed she sleeps. She has blood sugar and hypertension.

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It is reactivation of chicken pox virus. It is very common. If you want help with treatment, you can send request through online consult option. ...  Read More

I had herpes in the past and while the treatment is over, I still have rashes on my face. Can i use Flutivate cream and Revize micro 0.025% for the cure?

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No...contains steroid.. very dangerous... alternate safe cream available...do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ...  Read More

I am using ethiglow face wash for 1 week and now I have to change to normal soap cinthol which I was using regularly before ethiglow.so it may cause any skin problem

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No problem...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Sir I'm having problem near my penis.. the skin on the sides is very sensitive that on just touching it, the skin comes out causing burning and cuts in that area.from past few months I'm facing this issue.. not only the sides but the part under the penis.. all becomes redish causing severe itching and pain.. i cannot even walk comfortably..

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You may be suffering from tinea cruris which is fungal infection of the pubic, groin area. It can be treated by taking four to six weeks of anti fungal treatment which includes tablets along with crea ...  Read More

What is the treatment of balanitis caused by herpes, i have knowledge that it have different medication for the one caused by bacterial and fungal, what about balanitis caused by herpes.

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For herpes infection it is antiviral like acyclovir drug ...  Read More

Applying volini gel has caused skin rashes. Due to which they are itching. It's been two days.Due to which they are itching. It's been two days.

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Allergic rash can occur after volini application but it can be a de nove rash too....for better understanding u can consult online ...  Read More

My son got some kind of rash on his chest. Please see the image attached. Not sure if it's due some allergy or is it some kind of skin condition. He has flaky scalp. He regularly suffers from acne and bacne as well. He sweats alot too. So scalp and skin is sometimes dry after showers and oily other times. What could be reason for rash? Any help wou

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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 ...  Read More

My father has developed a rash/allergy-like skin issue on his leg. I’m attaching a photo for reference. Could you please have a look and let me know what it could be? Does it look more like an insect bite, an allergic reaction, or something else? For history/info: he recently changed his diabetes and BP medications. He is also currently taking anti

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If it is an itchy rash it could be allergy with probable cellulitis Since he’s diabetic better to see a dermatologist for proper examination and assessment of the skin problem .is it in 1 leg or bot ...  Read More

From past 2 years I m getting skin rashes on full body and also some times red colour on skin and also getting like red colour dots

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

Hi Doctor He is suffering from skin rash and boils from today morning. The affected area is warm to touch. The rashes are all over body no other symptoms. Morning we had taken to doctor and Alerid syrup was prescribed upon taking those rashes reduce. However After 5 hours I see they coming back Please advice medicine or helpful tip Thank you in a

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Hi Doctors Please find the attached picture I'm having a skin rash in my left hand very recently. Let me want to know the cause and treatment for it

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It is just a bruise maybe due to some trauma Kindly consult for proper examination and treatment. ...  Read More

What is the roor causes of forming skin tags and what medical test is needed to assess the root cause that i will do.

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have a painful, burning rash on the right side of my upper abdomen, just under my chest. It started a few days ago with a burning sensation, and now there are small blisters. It is only on one side. I also feel pain and discomfort on the left side of my body and in my hand. Could you please tell me what type of skin rash is this?

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It seems like Herpes Zoster, if timely treatment is not done the post herpetic pain persists so Feel free to connect via INSTANT ONLINE CONSULT Much more detailed medical history needs to be assesse ...  Read More

My brother, who is 25 years old, has developed skin rashes on his stomach area. He has had them for a couple of years. Initially, they were painless but itchy. However, with the winter season, his skin has become dry, and the affected area has started to develop darker, more pigmented spots. Could anyone suggest an effective treatment or medicine t

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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 ...  Read More

I am having rashes on my arm hand and also on my shoulder and My skin was itching a lot, and I couldn't stop scratching. I have also taken medicine and got some relief but not a cure. may I know why this causes

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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 ...  Read More

I am having skin rashes. I think it is eczeema. Please help. Also it's itchy and blood comes when I do rub.

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Please consult online with pictures for proper assessment and treatment. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, i am attached a photo, My 5 month old baby suffering from skin rashes on face please suggest treatment

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Greetings u can use T bact oilntment three times a day ...  Read More

I'm getting skin rashes & darkening due to scratching all over my groin, butt & breast sides under my armpit. Please suggest to me what I can do to cure it in 10 days

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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 ...  Read More

I had a skin rash (Black) near my thighs last tear. I thought it was a small rash and ignored it by applying some lotions, but it started increasing gradually and started to spread across the thighs to my stomach and it is like dry skin and have a lot of itching in the nights, and some times white spots on it. It is spreading more these days.

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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 ...  Read More

In previous years iam suffered from mental problem and sleep problems . My muscle mass was decreased belly fat increased and now iam suffering from itching skin and something was moving skin while I get itching i scrach there and it becomes red in colour no hives was forming what I want to do?

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Consultant psychologist ...  Read More

Hello sir my son 2years old now. Since last one week he have skin rash behind knee and rash on upper lip only no rash appear on entire body except knees and lips no other symptoms he is completely healthy. Rash size increase slightly our pediatrics prescribed hicope syrup for 3 days pls what the problem to baby skin pls prescribe cream

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Specific medication is there for treatment of your skin condition.. Plz do direct online consultation for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

There is a rash on the skin. I don't know what it is. Can you help me doctor and I can consult privately.

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It's winter rash ...  Read More

This is the picture of my 1 year niece. Please inform me about the causes of these rashes and how serious is it.

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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 ...  Read More

What is this rash on daughter's skin (3yr old)..........................,,,..........:.............

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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 ...  Read More

My husband is having skin rashes from last 15 days . not itching or pain but still its near shoulder, underarm or below chest . applied cream Terbi oc and had medicine also but not cured

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Don't worry...he is suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this rashes... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detai ...  Read More

I am suffering from herpes zoster. This is the 3rd time i got skin rashes. As i am treated 2 times before i am taking acyclovir tablets 800mg, 5 times a day .Is there any cure or prevention for me for herpes zoster. i m 34 so doctors are not recommending for vaccine. what i can do not for reappearance of zoster again. Help me out.with in a year i g

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Consult with pictures for more treatment options pertaining to your situation. ...  Read More

Skin rashes problem full skin going black and too much itching. It is on my back and on my bumps. Too much itching

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this itchy problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ...  Read More

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