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Suffering from boil sometimes on back , around abdomen , sometimes on shoulder So painful , can't sleep properly . suffering from this problem for half a year.

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It can be treated easily. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I am getting small dark boils it looks dry.they are not painful but they have come in four places in my body.the thing which worries me is it has been there for about almost a month and they are not going.is it a serious issue and should I take any treatment.

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Warm water compresses and local anti septic cream,to b applied,twice daily.If not fully cured,then u should opt for a course of Antibiotics.It is not serious. ...  Read More

Have a persistent boil near ankle which does not seem to go away for last 6-9 months drys up and sometimes swells. Attached picture. Can you advise if this is a serious issue.

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This is not a boil. It's some apendageal or vascular growth. It should be excised. Please visit me for treatment. ...  Read More

It's been more than 3 years when I felt for the first time that are some boils on my testes.. but I ignored then thinking it would be because of hairs detached from there due to itching, but now it's been more than 3 years now and they never went back and are still there rather than that they have grown in size and number basically from o

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Hi there...I can understand your concern. From your description it looks like you could be suffering from steatocystoma multiplex. These are just calcified sebaceous cyst. They usually won't harm you. ...  Read More

I am having numerous boils on scalp. When on medication, the boils disappears and immediately after stopping the medicine, these appear all over scalp. What is the permanent solution to this. I have seen too many dermatologist with regards to this problem but of no use. Please suggest me the solution to this.

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This is called recurrent Folliculitis. There is a regimen that I use for this. Please contact me using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ...  Read More

I have been getting boils under my arm for like two years. Sometimes they hurt and sometimes its just there. If the boil no longer hurst could it be something else?

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Hi Boils is a sign of infection,which can be treated by antibiotics. Please see a general physician or you can consult me directly via practo for further management. In case of further doubts please f ...  Read More

What is the reason for boil in our body I'm getting boils all over my body It takes bit longer to heal

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It's multiple folliculitis.... Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

Boils from shoulder to back with no pain and no pus. From long time. Even my brother also has same type of boil. Please help

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You are suffering from what Dermatologist call tropical acne. In this condition, pimples erupt on the back and shoulder area which then subside after few days with pigmentation. The treatment is not v ...  Read More

How long does it typically take for a gum boil to heal?

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It heals better if you take a treatment for it. Otherwise there are chances that you might loose a tooth related to a gum boil. It's the infection that destroys the bone surrounding your tooth and res ...  Read More

I am facing boils problem in my legs from last one year. One boil is going to well then other boil problem I am facing.

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You are suffering from bacterial infection causing boil.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct ...  Read More

Have a boil inside my vagina which is very painful . Can fuicidine ointment be applied

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My son 12 years old having boil on private part since 10 days, as per his doctor recommendation , applying betadin 3 times along with tbact. Any other suggestion would be appriceated

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Consult nearby skin doctor ...  Read More

Hi, I have swelling and boil in my underarms on my left hand. I got this type of boil in my other hand few weeks ago which got away when I took antibiotics like cipmox 500. Now again it happened in my other underarms. Is it something to worry about if it's occuring again.

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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 have a boil in my butthole since last 10 days I have applied t-bact but I didn't help much now I am applying fudic and having augmentin 625 since 2 days.should I see a doctor or wait for few days the size has reduced but pus is not coming out .

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Share the pic pls if it's possible. May be more medicines are required. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96 for proper guidance and treatment. ...  Read More

Having multiple skin boils particularly in back for last 10 days which reduces with medication and new ones develops

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there are many causes of multiple boils need proper history and clear photos for further management ...  Read More

I noticed a boil on top of my breast 2-3 days ago. I do have body acne, so thought it's the same. But this is different. It is more painful and now a red ring is appearing around it. There is pus inside. Approx 1inch in diameter. Is this a dermatology concern or gynaecologist concern? Please can someone point out what is this exactly?

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Please connect for further information nd treatment ...  Read More

Hello, currently I am on my periods.Today is 8th day of my menstrual cycle and still I am bleeding. Usually I have periods for 4-5 days but this time it is longer. But there is no worrying symptoms, daily routine is normal. Would like to know if it is normal to have periods longer than 7 days? When to see a doctor?

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Hi Thnxs for your question I think u should do ultrasound of plevis to evaluate your uterus and ovaries and send me report so I can help you For further guidance on it and medicine Use my online consu ...  Read More

Hi , I got a single boil on my jaw line and after 3-4 days now it seems to be spreading fast and gone to three in count. Pls suggest medicine for the same.

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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

Hi All, Getting small red boils with little itchy started coming in last 3-4 days only and it's in both leg attached snip for reference could someone guide on this

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We will need proper evaluation and history ...  Read More

There is a boil on thighs . What should i do? There are few small dark patches also on skin in different areas

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Hello there, u can use antibiotic like fusidic acid cream or mupirocin ointment along with if there are multiple u can have systemic antibiotic also ; however why is it occurring , proper history need ...  Read More

Have a heat boil on the left side of the private part.. it's been hurting from yesterday.. Please suggest the proper medication

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Recurrent boil on penis, 3 in 4 months. Right now have one. Had resolved on its own in 7-14 days previously. But these are irritating, Phisically and Psychologically. How to prevent them and treat them.

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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 got heat boil or pimple in my right butt and thigh. It's tiny with white pus and painful. Nearby area got red.it started from 2 days.can someone please help me.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hi I got sudden patches and boils all over my body since yesterday and it's all over body and it's itchy top attaching photos Let me know what can it be I have applied caladryl lotion too but not much of relief

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I advise you to consult a dermatologist online or in person, share clear pictures, and get a personalized treatment plan. Only after proper evaluation can the right medicines (creams/tablets) be presc ...  Read More

I do have piles since long time but since past one year it is causing overactive bladder. My urine output have became less and also get sudden urge to pee whenever I walk or sit suddenly. I always pee while passing the stool and also feel burning sensation in urinary track. Someone tell me that is that because of piles

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This is not a mere condition for telemedicine. You need to be examined. Consult a surgeon as early. ...  Read More

My 8 year old daughter feels whole body itching.. some days more some days less.. also most of the days boils erupt on her legs and stomach specially.. i want homeopathic safe treatment for her. Please suggest.

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I have got a small red boil with white tip on my breast. It's been a week..applying fusidic acid cream once a day. But now the nearby area has also gone reddish. I have diabetes. Please suggest ointment/ medicine/home remedy for this boil.

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Hi. I get constant boils around my genital area, mostly on the inner thighs. They are pus filled and later leave marks. Due to which the area has several marks. I want to get rid of these painful boils as well as the marks they leave behind. Looking for expert diagnosis and treatment. Thanks.

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Take homoeopathic medicine. Silica 200. Night before sleep ...  Read More

Hello, I get this boil which pain little n when pressed or while movement pains more..ita like red boil containing something inside the boil msg..is this piles or something else. N i get it sometimes n then it goes away bcoz it doesn't pain after few days n boil is gone.kindly advise

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Abscess. Needs to be evaluated. Do consult ...  Read More

Hello, I have tiny boil like marks on my penis . I've had them for a while now and there is actually no pain.. Recently got it checked from a general physician he recommended few tests.. so getting a second opinion

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