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Sir I have severe itching on both of my lower legs below knee since last one month , I have tried moisturiser thinking dryness as reason and then also tried betnovate cream but no relief , please advice

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Send pictures for better management, consult me online for it. Its difficult to diagnose only on this ...  Read More

Hi, having itching in my lower legs (lower knee area) from last 1 month. Have applied some itching cream twice or thrice but no full relief.

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This may be eczema. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I HAD BEEN FACING SEVERE ITCHING AND INFECTION IN MY LEGS FOR THE PAST ONE MONTH. IT IRRITATES A LOT. I HAVE ALSO INCLUDED A PHOTO OF THE INFECTION.

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You are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing itching.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by dire ...  Read More

Severe itching from last 3 days . Its getting worse and worse daily. Its getting red sports on my legs.

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It may be Eczema which is common on the legs. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

Hi, my brother was suffering from viral fever.doctor has done blood test and says it’s negative for dengue, malaria and typhoid..however he having a severe pain in lower leg and he bangs the leg very hardly while in half sleep. I am worried what should be done

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Body pains are common during and after viral illness. But if the pain so severe, sdo take him to an orthopedic doctor for a checkup ...  Read More

Facing severe pain in the muscles of my lower legs, Sugar Fasting 100 And PP 144. Please help and reply as soon as possible.Thank You

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Can't tell u anything like this plz show uer self to orthopaedic surgeon ...  Read More

I have severe itching on my legs since last 7-8 months and it's area is growing. Feeling is so strong that while itching I scratch so hard that blood comes out. Pls help.

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You may be having of eczema over the legs. Please don't use soap over the affected areas. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advic ...  Read More

I have severe itching on my legs since last 8-9 months and intensity is so high that sometimes blood comes out while scratching or itching. Feeling is totally uncontrollable. Pls help

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You have developed eczema. And due to scratching it has become infected also. Please call me or contact me through online consult option for proper prescription of medicine. It can be treated easily. ...  Read More

I had a ligament injury at right leg knee, with the time, It recovers with the help of medicines, and now I am having pain at lower part of right leg and on the left leg and sometimes at both knew too, that pain sometimes so severe that I can't control, even m having pain at foot a lot at night and it's happening from the last 2-3 months. Even befo

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This could be a form fo sciatica. Needs evaluation to confirm . ...  Read More

Hi, I have this severe itch between the legs. Sometimes it cannot be controlled and I end up itching/rubbing. This keeps recurring. I'm also a diabetic

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CANDID B CREAM apply twice daily on affected areas for 3 weeks ...  Read More

Severe compression. Pain and numbness in legs. Age 81 years. Heart patient witu 2 stents. MRI attached.

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Patient is having a cervical compressive myelopathy at multiple levels. He should be examined and taken a call on the manegement. Advise you to consult a neurosurgeon regarding the manegement. ...  Read More

I am getting severe itching on my fingers , mostly legs after two hours of eating. I'm not diabetic. My sugar levels are normal. However, the itching, most of the time subsides immediately after taking food. This problem persists since February 2025. I have seen couple of gastro specialists as I have gall bladder stones for 15 years and the itchin

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Hi sir. Need more info on your disease before giving a proper advice Are there any lesions around the area of itching? How frequent is it? What did the gastro doctors advice? Any family history of fo ...  Read More

I am having infection, itching and color change in leg and finger area. It has been there in leg for a long time but it recently developed in the finger also. There is heavy itching and it itches often. I have allergy issues and I consume Fexofenadine tablets for allergy what exactly is this? How to get rid of it? Is it something serious? I have a

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Need a thorough evaluation of this via proper history along with sign and symptoms...kindly contact ...  Read More

I am having itching and infection in leg and finger area . I have been having this for a long time in the legs but it started recently in the fingers. There is a lot of uncomfortable itching in the area but the itching suddenly stops and then returns again. I also have allergy issues and I consume Fexofenadine tablets for it. I have attached pictur

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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

My mother is 57 years old and has diabetes. She has severe scalp itching with heavy dandruff/flaky skin. Due to constant scratching, sometimes blood and clear fluid come out. The itching is worse at night and affects her sleep. She was diagnosed with scalp eczema, but multiple medications have not provided significant relief. Please re-evaluate her

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

Hi Docs, I have too much itching near my toes and leg. It's been like that for some time, please suggest some medicine. Thank you

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ...  Read More

Lower legs and foot pain while sitting and walking Weakness in body. Sleep is not good. History of IBS

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Need some more history from your side to give you better treatment plan and advice on your case Kindly do connect and consult with me via PRACTO. App ...  Read More

The lower back starts hurting and with that the pain starts travelling from butt to full left leg and i am unable to bend keeping left leg straight

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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

Age 34 i having multiple lymph on leg. It appear more during walk or when i stand. Having pain in lower leg while walking also. Plz help me

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

I was on my periods and on the third day it started itching down there, but it wasn't severe however it escalated and I felt severe itching and discomfort on 5th day ! I consulted a doctor she gave me some probiotics and itching medicine which I m taking for 3 days but there's no improvement in my condition whatsoever.

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I would suggest you to get examined by a gynaecologist to check the type of discharge if any , take a swab from vagina to check if there is infection and then start the treatment ...  Read More

Dear Doctor, Please find attached images as my husband is suffering from severe itching, redness on both the legs. Pls suggest any medicine or ointment for faster cure.

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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

Some months ago , My Mother started having itching on both of her Legs below knee area and that created dark spots after itching.But from the last month or two , Her itching increased and Legs become black coloured like bruising and it extended towards thighs and stomach.She sometimes experience itching and hives in her upper back as well.Pls help.

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it needs proper evaulation please consult dermatologist ...  Read More

Pain at lower legs and whole hands from top to bottom Myself diabetic patient Knees and elbows are paning

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Diabetic since when , controlled or not , on medication or not ? Could be due to Diabetic neuropathy & if so you will be benefited with methyl cobalamine tabs Go for NCV / EMG of Peripheral nerv ...  Read More

Severe itching in vulvar region and discharge since 6 months and I noticed small pimples on inner lips of vulva today .. there are small and many .. what's my condition and how to treat it ... Is it severe ?

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Incomplete details here. If sexually active, then need different investigations, and if not, then need different tests. Also need a physical check up to make a confirmed diagnosis ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, For the past 4_5 weeks I have been experiencing severe itching all over my body. It persists almost throughout the day and is very disturbing at night after having ladt meal of the day. I’ve noticed that the itching often starts after eating food, but I’m unable to identify any specific food item that triggers it. My rec

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You are suffering from chronic urticaria kindly consult a dermatologist for treatment ...  Read More

I have severe labia itching on and off since a week. Applying Candid V gel is only makes it worse . No vaginal discharge it's quite dry. Uncontrollable itching continues once you start to itch. More than inside outside is more itchy. No burning sensation on urine passing. Very dry vagina with no discharge since a week . No swelling or boils .

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Hi, I am 33 year old healthy male. 2 days ago, I suddenly started feeling severe hips and lower back pain in all the positions. It is painful even while sleeping or taking turns while sleeping. It is even getting difficult for me to get up from sitting or sleeping position. I have to take a lot of pauses to get up from my sleeping position. It's v

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Sudden severe hip and lower back pain in a young, healthy person is most often caused by muscle strain, ligament sprain, overuse, or sometimes minor injury—even if there was no obvious trauma. Less of ...  Read More

Pain running down to both legs from lower back while walking for a few minutes. Not able to sit on the floor cross legged for long. Suffering from scoleosis/deformity of the spine since childhood.

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Hello!! 🙂 Your condition appears to be due to Vata aggravation affecting the spine and nerves (similar to Gridhrasi / Katigraha). Because of scoliosis since childhood, the imbalance has increa ...  Read More

My legs always itchy and inflammed especially during night time after heavy scratch leg become black blood coming out what condition is this need support?

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Certain underlying conditions need to be ruled out for effective treatment Need proper consultation ...  Read More

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