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I have a skin condition ichthyosis vulgaris in legs and arms.what is the treatment for this condition

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Ichthyosis vulgaris present with increased dryness... most commonly in the forearm and shin areas... because the skin does not form normally.. it is a genetic problem... but it is limited to the skin ...  Read More

Ichthyosis vulgaris I'm troubled this diseases I have lot of treatment I have no relief could you tell me treatment of this disease

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Don't worry. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis an ...  Read More

My son is 4 years old and has got itchthyosis vulgaris skin disease. His skin looks very dry and fish scale like. Is this itchthyosis a curable disease? Hope that there are treatments available and he will not suffer from it life long. What is the best treatment for it, homoeopathy or allopathy?

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Can be well improved..Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ...  Read More

I have mild form of ichthyosis vulgaris. What hair removal method will be good for my skin? Shaving or epilating. ?

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Once u improve the Ichthyosis and the skin is well hydrated then the best option available will b Laser Hair Reduction. Avoid shaving and Epilation as it may further irritate the skin and can lead to ...  Read More

I am suffering from ichthyosis vulgaris and the symptoms becomes worse during winter . my skin look like snake skin

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Apply moisturizing cream regularly and use soap free cleansers ...  Read More

I have ichthyosis vulgaris skin disease, what are the options to get rid of this disease, please suggest.

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I m not sure where you got your diagnosis. please consult a dermatologist for proper assessment and diagnosis. there are multiple treatment facilities to get back smoother supple skin.l ...  Read More

Hi I'm suffering from Ichthyosis vulgaris and my father is also having. My back skin,hands and legs got affected plz anyone can suggest permanent solution for this I have attached the photo of my skin and please do the needful

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Yes you need alternative therapies counseling herbs diet medicines Techniques tricks ETC..... YES you can get all tips and tricks and doubts cleared on the phone or whatsapp or video consultation ASAP ...  Read More

Is there any remedy for Ichthyosis vulgaris in ayurvedic, homeopathic,elopathy or it's impact can be reduced. It is from childhood. Trying to get cure from childhool but no help yet . Please suggest if anything there in ayurvedic, homeopathic. Thanks.

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U r suffering from ichthyosis dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and tr ...  Read More

Does shaving or epilating worsen the ichthyosis vulgaris? I have mild form of it. And my skin is getting darker on the areas where I have extremely dry skin. What affordable hair removal method should I opt for?

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Yes..Undergo laser hair removal therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ...  Read More

I am suffering from dry skin problem even in summer time, if I forget to apply moisturiser to my skin there is the very worst situation for my skin, I consulted some doctors in my area but no differences to me. I searched a lot over internet I noticed my symptoms are getting matched with ichthyosis Vulgaris, I am very tensed with my condition Pleas

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Use cetaphil dam twice daily.... Please send photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult privately for detailed information and prescription. ...  Read More

My husband had full of dandruff and verruca vulgaris on his scalp, Can you please explain why this verruca vulgaris occurs??? It's symptoms and primary home treatment as it takes few days for us to consult a doctor as we are staying in an undeveloped place. Thank you!!

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Kindly share the pic of the scalp for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Hi i am getting treatment for acne vulgaris from last two weeks but from the day my treatment is started acne is worsening. pretty painful actually currently i am using isotretinoin capsule at night. lactobacillus capsule in morning after meal. retin AC gel at night. is this isotretinoin purging? how long will this persist? and how long is

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If it's becoming uncomfortable... alternate safe medicine available... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ...  Read More

How to treat Ichthyosis type of scaly skin in my legs in winter? I use body oil three times a day. Still, there are the marks.

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Treatment will depend on the severity. Sometimes moisturizers will be sufficient but if severe we have to give oral medication. Take personal consultation to get best results ...  Read More

Will exfoliation help in ichthyosis or very dry skin? Or will make it worse? Can I apply coconut oil on the body in ichthyosis?

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Hi You can do mild exfoliation using loofa during bath and apply mositurizer or coconut oil over damp skin to seal the moisture. ...  Read More

I am having this problem from childhood seen many doctors but still this problem is not cured what shall i do

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It is a genetic condition. You can consult online for proper treatment and detailed prescription ...  Read More

Diet for pemphigus vulgaris How to stop getting boosters all over the body How to control pemphigus vulgaris

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It's an auto immune disease..need specific medicine... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

I have ichthyosis on my legs. Due to winter my skin has become extremely dry and scaly. What cream/lotion can be used for it to relieve and improve the health of my skin?

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Hey...various moisturisers are available for extremely dry and itchy skin... kindly share relavent photographs and consult online for detailed discussion and proper management... ...  Read More

How can i remove scales from my legs, skin is thick on my legs with scales. Tried eucerin intense repair lotion and moisturex lotion but didn't worked.

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

I have vitiligo vulgaris since 4 months some patches around the breast and a small one on my thigh I am taking a treatment since 2 months but I saw the patches are increasing

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Hi...a spreading lesion of vitiligo means the disease is unstable. You need to get immunosuppressive therapy to stop the spread. Then the next step would be to go for repigmentation. These have to be ...  Read More

I have acne all over my body and acne scars the doctor say it was keratosis pilaris he is not sure plus I have very dry rough and scaly hands and feet they say its ichthyosis vulgaris.about 1month complete when I started treatment but no improvement in my skin I am very worried about it I want some specialist doctor who cure my problem if anyone co

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These conditions take time. But control is possible with medicines and regular use of moisturizer. Don't worry Consult online with pictures for treatment. ...  Read More

This condition has been with me from many years, I don't know exactly from which age. Recently I became aware of this as I had severe scales and bad and dry skin on my legs, back and hands. It's very odd looking and when I researched over the internet, I came to know this skin problem. I have done a lot of research over this and found that it can n

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Hello dear. Kindly don't self diagnose any condition. Consult me directly via online consultation and share more details and clear pictures of the affected skin ...  Read More

Helo My name is khushi. I am 24 yr old. I m suffering from fish skin on my whole legs, hand and my back. Since childhood.. It looks very wierd.. And also my skin is soo dry.. Plz give me advice for better skin.. I m going to marry ..so that m very worried about it.. Is there any treatment for getting normal skin. Plz help me

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Hi Doctors, I am having very dry and scally skins since my childhood. Mostly lower portion of my body ,scalp and back has very dry a scally skin. I'm using ray dew moisturising lotion from last 1.5years and no change. Attached pic is of my skin after moisturising with a mix of glycerin with lotion. But there's no change at all. I'm quite confused

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Don't worry...you are suffering from eczematous dermatitis causing this dryness and scaling... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation f ...  Read More

I have scales on my lower legs, and very less scales on stomach.. I have tried Moisturex cream and constant scrubbing too but it doesn't work..is there a treatment to remove scales and dead skin from body..?

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Don't worry...you are suffering from psoriasiform dermatitis causing scaling.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed pres ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with Verruca Vulgaris on my left hand's middle finger. Treatment prescribed is Laser Removal. I just want to know are there any alternative effective treatment apart from Laser Removal. Thank you

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Best treatment is co2 laser ...but alternative can given...pls do Private consultation and I will prescribe u treatment. ...  Read More

I have consulted many doctors for scaly, peeling skin which I've had since childhood. I have been told this is Ichthyosis which is a genetic condition without a permanent cure. Is there a thick moisturizer/ointment which helps to reduce the scaling and keep the skin moist? I have tried Cetaphil, Oillatum, Atoderm etc but none of them last more than

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hello good morning ichthyosis is genetic condition unfortunately it has no permanet cure you have to apply moisturizer again and again.( Aveeno Baby Cream ) for more information you can come to clinic ...  Read More

I am having skin problem .. extreme dryness lower back fish like marks in skin Hips legs Stomach I thought its jus a skin dryness because of winters but wen it didnt cure in summers... Doc says its xerosis Or ichthyosis... want to know the treatment best available to cure this in shortest time Suggest soap Moisturiser Oitments to get better

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

My weight is 51kg. I have prescribed by Isotretinoin 10mg per day at night and Azithromycin on alternate three days for one month for acne vulgaris.. Will it work on my skin? I'm skeptical about this treatment. As I have read Isotretinion should be given based on weight of the person, please clarify.

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Not like that..For detailed information do direct online consultation by sending photo ...  Read More

Hi, I am a 31 year old male, facing Acne Vulgaris and seborrehic dermatitis. Do people face these at my age? What could be the effective treatment? Regards

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Yes seborrhoeic dermatitis is very common at this age. Please visit my clinic or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment. It is treatable. ...  Read More

Hi, I am a 31 year old male, facing Acne Vulgaris and seborrehic dermatitis. Do people face these at my age? What could be the effective treatment? Regards

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Not usually but can be. ...  Read More

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