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Perianal abscess was drained through a surgery an year ago. No pain or fever. But it hasn't healed. Any suggestions will be very helpful.

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It could have become a Anal Fistula By now... May require surgery. Kindly visit with your previous medical records. ...  Read More

I have an abscess and its not coming to head. Its becoming large day by day. I am on antibiotics and it itches and its becoming hard on the sides but still soft and swollen at the center. Will antibiotics be sufficient for it as i don't want to get surgery.

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis..Need to see the abcess. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area ...  Read More

Recently my peri anal surgery incision was healed. After healing I got medium size boil like structure next to the healed place attaching to that place. It's not like abscess that I went through incision. Like a medium boil and redness. Please suggest me what to do. If that breaks what to do. Or should get incision? Please let me know what ointment

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Plz get trus ...  Read More

Hello, My 5 year son had cavity which after filling led to gum abscess.So we did root canal (placing cap is pending). becoz of gum gum abscess not healing even after 1 week of antibiotics.what to do ?

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Hi, please consult your doctor and get a x-ray done in that area ...  Read More

My girlfriend just underwent marsupialization on a Bartholins glad abscess. She's now home, and healing and her doctor wasn't very specific on when/how/how long to sitz bath. Also, arousal, should I avoid topics that lead to it? I don't want anything to interfere with her healing.

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sitz bath can be given twice daily with luke warm water for 15-20 min ...  Read More

Had abscess on left thigh.. went through I&D on Saturday.. How much time it will take to heal the skin

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hello mam.... The healing time of the I and D site will depend upon the size of the abscess and the treatment u are on.... with average 3-4 cm lesion and proper antibiotic and anti inflammatory covera ...  Read More

For the last 2 days I have been suffering from hair abscess and applying Bernadine ointment.will it heal?

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No..U need antibiotics...Do direct online consultation by sending photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

The abscess is not healing and the pus is under and not outside skin. It smells really bad like rotten blood.

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Thanks for the query. This presentation can be seen with many diseases. This is limited information to make precise recommendations. The best option is to consult a Dermatologist to understand the con ...  Read More

Can I leave the Bartholin abscess untreated and bear the pain waiting for it to heal itself

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. No you cannot leave it like that and let it heal by itself. Consult a gynecologist in person for further evaluation and management. She will be able to ...  Read More

Got anal abscess incision and drainage done exactly a month ago. How do i know if the wound is healed? Also how do i know if there is a fistula?

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You need to get it examined by a surgeon. ...  Read More

My father diagnosed with liver abscess and 14mm kidney stone We did liver abscess drainage treatment recently and tablets dose completed for that 10 days back Dr put Dj stent for stone My concern is can my father eat patharchatta leaves for kidney stone after that liver abscess treatment Is there any side effects please advise

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Dont worry ...  Read More

Recently my father diagnosed with kidney stone and liver abscess We did liver abscess treatment recently now the treatment is over also pus drainage done tablets course also completed We heard that by patharchatta plant (Kalanchoe pinnata) is good for kidney stone So my question is can we eat that plant leaves after liver abscess treatment Pleas

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Sir we can advise on that.but renal size above 10mm is mostly difficult to come out spontaneously or my medication.it may need surgical assistance to remove stone.if pain is unbearable pls consult nea ...  Read More

Non healing ulcer on inner foot above ankle with discoloration to skin around the wound and itching. Shooting pain during rest or standing which goes away when walking

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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

I have consulted dermatlogist,dr prescribed aciclovir 400mg and aciclovir cream.from 3 days i am taking this medicine.attached picture.its getting healed?dr told me to take medicine for one week.how much time it will take.it is safe kidney?.please suggest .

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

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailments before consuming any medicine ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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Hello, Based on the history and the appearance of the lesions in the photograph, it is not possible to confirm a diagnosis with certainty from an image alone. However, the circular, reddish patch wit ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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It is fungal infection. Stop self treatment. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

I am attaching a pic. These rashes have been there across different areas on the body like in the groin area underarms, stomach and chest. It's not healing since 28 days. I have been using itraconazole 200 mg and soap and liloconazole cream along with anti fungal powder as prescribed by the doctor, also I purchased homeopathy medicines but not usin

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Based on the history and the photos provided, the lesions appear more consistent with tinea corporis/tinea cruris than psoriasis or eczema. However, a definitive diagnosis cannot be made from photogra ...  Read More

Accidental shaving cut led to formation of anal abscess. Initially drained but then the slit is not healing properly.

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Please I will suggest to go to general surgeon. There must be something else. ...  Read More

I have a breast abscess. It's been a month. I had 4 aspiration and 1 I and D Please suggest me best breast surgeon. I need online consultation.

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Are you a lactating mother ? ...  Read More

Is this slough or wound healing ,my skin regeneration is very slow in my wound I have deglove injury of 20 cm circumference. How can regeneration skin fast . Current time my dressing is with collogisenese ointment.

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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

I got an upper lobe piercing today, please suggest some saline spray/ ointment and in general advice on how to do the aftercare for a faster healing

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

Hello Doctor , I have been suffering from perianal abscess for a month now ...I don't have strong pain but it's little discomfort and mild ache while I sit I consulted both allopathic and ayurveda and they suggested surgery to me..and I lam opting to go for surgery now.. Hence Is there a better treatment at homeopathy for this ?? And how long this

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Hi Perianal abscess is surgical condition I advise to go for surgery After surgery to prevent further recurrence in future homeopathy will help you Thank you ...  Read More

Wound is not healing but my sugar is in cntrl I am applying neosprin .kindly suggest Can I use debridace .

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Get your sugar tested and also consult a local surgeon for wound toilet and cleaning of debris ...  Read More

My diabetic is under cntrl but my leg wound is not healing from 2 months .kindly suggest what to do ?

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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, kindly pay online consultation fee and feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine zero four four five one one two nine nine for a detailed discuss ...  Read More

My son 6.5years old .His right upper second teeth were extracted in the past 5 months, with spacer . 2 days back his spacer was loose , the doc nearby placed it . Now there is again gum abscess where the tooth is extracted. Y the same teeth are keeping on infected even after removal. Plzz guide what as to be done next

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Even after extraction, an abscess can reappear if there is residual infection, retained root fragment, or chronic infection in the bone or soft tissue. Since a space maintainer was recently adjusted, ...  Read More

Recurring abscess near vagina, already seen once and treated now able to see again at same place. Will it be serious issue

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If the lesion is recurrent the root cause should be dealt with else it is a painful condition .Proper examination with detailed history is required to reach any conclusion ...  Read More

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