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Genital molluscum
I have been using tretinoin for about a month now as prescribed by nearby dermatologist and i have seen that some bumps have cleared weather some are still there with no improvement how long should i use it and is there any alternative medicine for this that is more effective I don't wanna go for physical removal as it is very sensitive area
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If your diagnosis is Molluscum contagiosum and you don't want any other treatment modalities, you can continue with tretinoin cream, but if there is no response after one more month, kindly consider going for other suggested treatments
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It can be cleared...Undergo laser removal therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Valsad
You can continue tretinoin cream
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For details consult online
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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.
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