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After latrine when we wash our anus . Do I need to clean little bit inside anal canal inserting index finger 2-3 cm or only need to clean just peri anal area not not inside anal canal ???

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Hello welcome No need to introduce finger inside the anus. Enough washing in and around anus well ...  Read More

Need cleaning and pasting fr teeth in between gap... ... ...needs Peper cleaning... Need doctor To clean tht

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Yes u can do that from ur dentist with a procedure called scaling. ...  Read More

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Cleaning the ears for children are good or bad . It is good to clean the wax in the ear.

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I can feel something painful while cleaning my anus Please suggest what it is attached the pic is it a bump or cyst please advise

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It’s not clearly visible ...  Read More

Hello respected doctors, how to clean ear wax? can i clean with ear buds or any drops available to clean ear wax... please mention drops name for cleaning ears 🙂

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Plz use soliwax ear drops - 4 drops thrice daily for 5 days and do visit the ENT clinic for proper cleaning... ...  Read More

How do I clean my penis. How do I deeply clean it. Please mention all the exact care for cleaning it.

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Use plane water daily and remove hair regularly ...  Read More

How to clean the wound after fissure surgery. Can I use a wet wipe to clean inside anus before applying ointment or is there some other method to keep the wound clean. Please suggest.

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Can use ...  Read More

I need to get my teeth cleaned. What kinda dentist should i book for it??? Pl. Tell me as soon as possible

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Hello For teeth cleaning you can visit any dentist no specialisation required if any other gum problems visit a periodontist ...  Read More

Hi. I just got my teeth cleaned a month ago. Now my dentist told me that there's still calculus left and to get cleaning done again. Is it safe to get the cleaning done again ? I did it just one month ago.

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If calculus is there ,u need to get cleaning done. Change your brushing habits . Ask your dentist about proper brushing technique. ...  Read More

I want to clean my teeths .... and i need treatment in one day only ... kindly reply with quote ... perferd today appointment

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A dental clean up or oral prophylaxis can sometimes be completed in a single sitting. Although sometimes dentists prefer multiple sittings to ensure thorough cleaning. The cost varies from clinic to ...  Read More

I am having itchy white skin and a small lump also whitish just at the opening of the anus. I am having problems while sitting down with a burning sensation around anus. Is it dangerous or will it be resolved on its own?

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These symptoms and signs could be suggestive of two possibilities 1. ANAL FISSURE WITH SENTINEL PILE 2. FISTULA IN ANO WITH ABSCESS Needs clinical examination by a specialist. ...  Read More

Having a small lump near the anus under the skin for the last 2 weeks. Soft and movable, but I get a feel for it while I am touching, a little bit of swelling in the morning near the anus.

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Hello This is probably something known as a sentinel tag seen in fissure of the anus Start Sitz bath 2 times a day for 20 mins each High fiber diet And plenty of oral fluids ...  Read More

Hii I got some swallow side to anus which resulting in lot of pain to right side of butt , is this thing to worry do I need to consultant doctor for this and what medication I need to take

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It may be fissure, external haemorrhoids or abscess ...  Read More

From my childhood when I eat more sweets after few days I used to get itch in anus like something is moving inside anus .. is it any worms ..? Can vayu vidanga be used to cure it or any other plz tell peromant solutions doctors 😭

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Take albendazole tablet twice a year ...  Read More

How to clean my dry earwax as it is making me uncomfortable..it is dirty and itching .so what should I do

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Use Dewax ear drops 3 drops 4 times daily for a week. You can consult ent doctor for syringing. ...  Read More

Can I have a routine dental cleaning after 4 weeks of laparoscopic myomectomy. Do I need any antibiotics before or after dental cleaning

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Postpone your dental appointment after 3months. Any unnecessary introduction of microbes might be harmful ...  Read More

Sir, I have had diabetes since last 10 years, my side two teeth are missing due to decay, I need to know can I do the tooth implants also cleaning I need to do. i am avoiding the same as my sugar level is avg 190mg/dl. pls advise me

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Hello You can plan for implant once your sugar level are normal. You can take a consent from physician before surgery ...  Read More

Hello I am 15 year old boy today in the morning I was doing toilet blood was coming out from my anus please tell if anything serious please tell about causes and treatment

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Need more details in your case...what the color of bleeding...it only happen 1st time... Do usg whole abdomen Consult for better and further evaluation ...  Read More

I am 41 year old female. I feel a lump at by back passage (anus) which is painful when touched and bit stretched when sitting on ground squatting. What this could be?

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This lump can be :- 1) skin tag {if you had a history of fissure}, 2) External Hemorrhoids/Piles, 3) Prolapsed internal piles. You need to visit a General surgeon to get it examined for the correct di ...  Read More

Hello for the last 3 days I have had small Pimple near the starting side of anus between the scrotum and anus starting. The pimple is not causing any pain or discomfort while sitting but while touching it is feeling hard and is paining slightly. I am applying an antibacterial ointment muprocin. Is it helpful. Do I need some other treatment. Will it

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The pimple what u mentioned looks like perianal abscess due to folliculitis , can b sometimes be due to hygienic issues.. I can suggest to get it examined in clinic, if it proves to be infected n smal ...  Read More

My son is 2 years old. I noticed some yellowishness on his teeth and a bit of oral smell, despite brushing 2 times a day. He is using non-fluoride Colgate toothpaste suitable for 0-2 year olds. 1)What can I do to reduce yellowness on his teeth and oral smell. 2) Is it safe to introduce fluoride based. He is using non-fluoride Colgate toothpaste cu

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Hi! Thank you for sharing your concern — it’s completely understandable to feel worried when you notice something unusual in your little one’s mouth. Mild yellowing and slight oral s ...  Read More

Hello doctor I'm having pain in anus while standing and walking, when i seated or lying down pain is not there, i had a too much spicy chutney before two days, pls tell me what should I do, I'm feeling scared

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How is the consistency of stools..if it is hard stools ..then is definitely Fissure-in-ano..you should do SITZ Bath for 15-20 mins daily with local application of Ointmnt Anorelief.. Avoid having oily ...  Read More

I have got my dental cleaning done a week ago. I still feel sensitivity in my teeth and a Lil jaw pain. Also I have ulcers in my mouth post the cleaning procedure Been using Rexidin gel and Vantej toothpaste as told by the doctor. How long would the sensitivity persist? Any other tablets or gels to be used? Awaiting response.

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Hello ma'am , if the sensitivity is persisting post scaling what you can do is apply the toothpaste ( vantej ) or use a de-sensitizing toothpaste( thermokind kf ) on all the teeth for a couple of minu ...  Read More

Filling pain in anus . No any abnormality seen in MRI done on 02-09-2025. Even in 2024 also. Also feeling heat both in anus and feet. And pain leg also. When I apply oil in anus at pain area, I feel like nerve is pumping at that area

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Dear doctor, I had right side ear surgery on July 2023 now it's earwax in my ear How to clean wax please give me any suggestions And left side ear is paining due to cold please give me any suggestions

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Put soliwax and visit doctor after 3-4 days later he will clean it ...  Read More

Which cotton buds are good for ear cleaning. I am getting wax issues, if I go to the doctor they scratch my ear while wax removal and it happens every 2 months.So, what can I do at my home?

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Have been experiencing Red Itchy part around Anus and it has turned red now. What would be the correct way to handle 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

I have swollen skin around my anus ,from few weeks. It hurts some times while sitting and i can feel it while cleaning anus after passing bowl.

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Needs Per rectal examination and proctoscopy for correct diagnosis. ...  Read More

This is for my niece who is 3 yrs old is suffering from this infection I guess around anus it is painful as she cries and poop leaking always...

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Greetings looks like an infection kindly consult doctor as soon as possible ...  Read More

Having itching in anus. After having these medicines except 2 medicine which are marked in circle. Please suggest

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May be due to antibiotics..no specific effect of medicine ...  Read More

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