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I have an itchy spot on my leg I have had it for a couple of days now. What can it be

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Fungal infection.. Also called jock itch, when occurs in groin.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May be red or ...  Read More

Last 1year onwards some dark & itchy spots is on my leg Whenever heat is heavy in my body it's getting very itchy Skin also getting dry & hard & turns into black these days When i scrub with my fingers i am feeling happy Which medicine is preferably use ? My gender is male

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You are having eczema and this has nothing to do with body heat or cold. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I have dry and itchy skin with rashes on my legs. How to rectify this? It affects during winter. Need help.

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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

Both the near the foot have lots of spots that are very itchy and it started suddenly and it started in one leg than transferred to other leg

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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment d ...  Read More

I have some raised itchy spots on my leg. The spots are dark colored and prone to dry easily. I am applying normal moisturisers but the problem is not solving.

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

Development of itchy spots on legs in the last few weeks. I suspect this to be caused by a change of water(due to transfer) which I had last month.

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Need more clear photos....... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Got some itchy black spots on my legs ,day by day it becomes itcky and very dark as shown in the pic..can you plz suggest the remedy

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Don't worry...you are suffering from lichen planus causing this itchy spot... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detai ...  Read More

Kindly prescribe an ointment creme or lotion for extremely dry and itchy legs. Dry white sskin on itching

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Hi Could be xerosis. ...  Read More

I have dry skin in my leg. It makes it more itchy. Also rashes have been created due to this. Any remedies?

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

Hi, Sir/madam My cousin legs skin becoming dry and itchy he is diabetic under medication (Age 39).Please suggest the best lotion for the dry skin.Here I m attaching the legs pics plz have a look.Thank you.

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Take..Caladryl lotion for topical application 2-3 times a day gently dab on the affected skin surface and allow it to dry..aplly it for 1 week..and take Tab. Atarax-25mg once daily in the night for 1 ...  Read More

Offlate, I have been experiencing extremely dry mouth n itchy palms. Is it due to my age? Perimenopause or something serious underlying issue? I'm very worried. Kindly help

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

I have been experiencing persistent scalp itching, which becomes worse after sweating and wet hair My scalp feels very dry, and recently my hair has become extremely rough, dry, and lifeless to touch. I am also noticing hair fall and thinning. I recently started using Sebamed shampoo, but the dryness and itching are still there. I don't have visibl

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am pregnant 5 week via ivf, before pregnancy i had dry itchy scalp and dandruff sebhoric dermatitis ,practo doctor give topisal 5 i use and its amazing nothing come this problem, but now i am not use topisal 5 this situation happen ..what should I do now

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Take Gynaecologist doctor opinion ...  Read More

My son 3 yr old has developed itchy red bumps on his legs and hands. It appears around 12.30PM and goes away completely by 6PM. He doesn't have a fever or cold. What could be the reason for these bumps? We have not introduced him to any new food, apply mosquito patch or cream regularly. Checked with his school also, he has not come into contact wit

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

From last few months I am having red itchy patches on inside soft part of arms and upper legs, one or two on lower legs back side. What could be the reason?

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

I have had intense itching around my mouth for the last 5 days, mainly below the lower lip and at the corners of the mouth. It is worst right after waking up and sometimes wakes me from sleep. The affected skin becomes very dry, tight, and flaky, and moisturizer provides only temporary relief. Initially, there were 1–2 pus-filled/acne-like bumps,

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Avoid cosmetic products for now,use only moisturizer,looks like irritant contact dermatitis Avoid lip smacking of any. ...  Read More

Hlo doctor my boy has redness and dryness on elbow and between knees and some deyness on chest he has itching on there from the last 1 month plz tell me

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Kindly share photos History of any allergies? Itching in other family members? ...  Read More

Swelling in legs during morning time while walking and sitting legs down. and and frequent dry cough with little yellow mucus.

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

I started observing small tiny white spots on my legs near to elbows ..too tiny spots in a cluster ..may I know what this condition is this ..there is no itchy aswell

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

I have got few white spots ony legs and a white spot on face.. want to know what can it be. I have started noticing it few months back.. and now I m getting tensed.. can u pls tell what can it be

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It could be lecoderma secondary to any irritant or any topical application of there are multiple leasion could be vitiligo as well proper examination is required and image is not clear ...  Read More

Red spots on legs in the portions below knees. Initially small red spots seen then I scratched them with nails now they have little watery discharge and dried layer after some time and then often starts itching. They did not occur all in one day but in few days time.

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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

My friend has this single brown spot on his lower leg since September. No pain, no change in color or size, does not itch. Should we be worried. Please help.

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hi there... Good to have a friend concerned for another. Off the cuff doesn't appear to be concerning but if it is present since 4-5 months, best to visit a Dermatologist and get a biopsy done. Alt ...  Read More

My 14months okd baby having this type of sopts and patches on all over body and itz itchy also what is it? Kindly suggest what i apply on body to cure faster?

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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

My scrotum areas is very dry and itching.also scrotum skin is very rough and tight ..it is not smooth. Pls recommend some remedies..I use to apply coconut oil on it..and sometimes mustard oil also..even I applied quadriderm sf cream also

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

A bit elevated uric acid around 7.5, B12 - 300, HB1C - 6.1 and Fatty liver. A bit of digestion issues and legs and hands feels a bit numb(less sensation) or feel cold/dryness? Any thing suggested for further diagnosis?

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HbA1C 6.1 comes under pre diabetes, which will need further evaluation. Numbness of hands and feet could be related to elevated sugar levels or uric acid. Vitamin b 12 values are normal. Fatty liver, ...  Read More

Hello Attaching a picture of an itchy dark spot which has occurred a long time back...I have dry skin. Can you see the picture below and suggest any cream or medicine to cure. Thanks & Regards

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Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment. It looks like chronic eczema ...  Read More

Hi I have skin rashes in my both legs it's gets red and itchy then it's leaves black mark on it it's happening since 1 year please tell me what's it

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Specific medication will improve condition. Kindly connect online for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

My toe thumb is extremely dry and itchy and. I don't know what to apply, i tried putting vaseling, earlier it was just dead black skin coming. I tried scrubbing it, it got worse, now it is itchy , painful and extremely dry, what can be the reason. And what should i apply to get a relief.

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Apply moisturiser regularly And further evaluation and pictures are required ...  Read More

There is itchy bumps on skin now purple red in colour .tried many meds ,does not work at all.picture is attached

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Image is not clear. Clear images and detailed history are important for correct diagnosis and proper management. ...  Read More

Since 2-3days I have red spots in my arms and legs it's itching not able to sleep I have attached the photo also

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Take consultation and discuss in detail ...  Read More

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