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Severe itching on left shin, its making a patch now, this problem has been there for long time now but i thought it was just a regular itching

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You may be having eczema on the legs. Stop using soap and scrubbing that area. Please call me and visit my clinic or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatm ...  Read More

Severe pain in right shin with tingling and right hip. Unable to stand and walk. Suffering from last Sunday 18th June. 5 days of physiotherapy no use.

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It is not possible to tell u what u have without examining you clinically and ptobably getting an x ray and an mri. However since you are getting pain radiating down your leg along with tingling ,it c ...  Read More

Persistent itching on right shin. Sandpaper like eruptions on skin. Itching completely subsides when cold towel is applied to problem area.

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It's Allergic reaction.... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I have been having itching around my knee and shin for more than a month now. The skin turns red after itching. Initially I thought it was dry skin, but ointments, oils have little effect. My blood sugar levels are normal. What are the possible causes? Should I get more tests done?

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Hi. There could be several reasons for itchy shins, commonest being dry skin. However you should see a qualified dermatologist to discuss the same and the line of treatment. If diagnosis is certain, y ...  Read More

I have this recurring problem of flaky, itching redness of scalp, chest and right shin skin. I take medicine and it goes away then after few months, it reoccurs. This time it happened in right shin which is a first.

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Most probably eczema. Apply moisturizing cream regularly and soap free cleansers. Can recur on individual case ...  Read More

My mother is 52 years old. Nowadays she is suffering from severe pain in shin and calf part of right leg. Whenever she sits after some standing work she become unable to straighten her right leg. Once she sits it's too difficult for her to stand. Doctors once recommended her Osteocalcium also. Please suggest

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She may be suffering from osteoporosis and may be osteoarthritis of the knee. Please do X-ray, vitaminD3 and B 12 levels ...  Read More

I have started running last week. There is severe pain in shin. Please suggest me what can I do for this.

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Go gradually and slowly ...  Read More

I have severe pain on my shins after playing football. Also after jogging for a while. What to do????

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ice massage sports tapping rest ...  Read More

Severe pain in shins. Cannot run at all. It hurts a lot Have been doing a lot of stretches and supplements are on track as well.

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shin pain in physically active person is normally caused by overuse of muscles , like jogging , long stanting position , which causes stress at the site of muscle attachment in leg. just need warm fo ...  Read More

This problem started nearly 8 months ago. About my past, i was not a very active person but when i went for boarding school 3 years ago i started playing a lot of sports. But Becky of inactive past i was constantly injured mostly on my ankle. When i came back from boarding school i started playing football on hard ground in my home town with studs.

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You may need MRI of leg to look for any stress fracture If you have flat feet then use of arch support to insert in your sports shoes, use a neoprene sleeve to support leg cold pack your shin to ease ...  Read More

I have been experiencing severe itching and dryness and occasional pain for the past 2-3 days I have been applying lulitec, It got better in the morning but now it's back and it's worse Please suggest something for instant relief that's available at home, please avoid new medication as of now because it's 2 am but please help

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Itching that's getting worse despite treatment needs an in-person look, since we don't know yet if this needs a different medicine altogether. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Please advise on safe topical creams or medications for the following symptoms lasting since few days: Primary Issue: Severe, intense itching and redness on the external private part area. Current Status: The tissue is now slightly painful and tender to the touch due to friction from scratching over clothing. Recent Medications Taken:

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You've already tried several tablets without relief, and the area is now sore from scratching. That combination needs an actual look rather than another product guess. ...  Read More

My private part has been itching for about 4 days. It got worse since yesterday. I usually have a lot of discharge anyway, but it has increased since today. It is very watery. It doesn't have a strong bad smell.

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Four days of itching that keeps getting worse, plus a rise in watery discharge, often points toward a vaginal infection, though a proper exam is needed to know exactly which type. ...  Read More

Hey dr I was on antibiotics And now I'm feeling severe itching around my anal and vaginal area and there is no discharge, redness is also there . What should I do .

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Itching in that area right after a course of antibiotics is often linked to a yeast overgrowth, since antibiotics can disturb your natural bacterial balance. ...  Read More

I am experiencing severe itching in the balls and groin area till butt hole main itching site is balls with redness and after itching buring using ring guard cream no effect and used absorb antifungal dusting powder 2-3 days no effect kindly suggest medicine itching is very much and it is embarrassing scrotum fills bumpy and more folded and near by

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I have severe anal itching that has been going on for more than two years. After pregnancy, I developed piles and took both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines, and the piles are now mostly resolved. However, I sometimes still have pain while passing stool, which feels like a pin-prick, and occasionally mild bleeding. The itching is very severe both

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Chronic itching around Anus can be any of the causes like fissure with residual skin tag, fungal infection, piles which need complete clinical evaluation by a general surgeon or gastroenterologist. ...  Read More

Every night after eating dinner my body itches alot.. and it doesn't settle for 3_4 hours...its been 3 years and sone how i mange but now its going beyond my control... please advise if any blood tests are required to diagnose this itching issue

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

(Ist pregnancy) I'm 29 week pregnant with cervical cerclage done at 23 week.. I have itching in my whole body specially in palms and sole .. i've seen many videos saying it could be a symptom of icp but my doctor only prescribed me a calamine lotion without doing any test .. should i get a second opinion??

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Connect Yes you need to do certain tests ...  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

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

I have itching in and around my vagina and near the anus for the last 2 months. It gets worse at night. Today I noticed curdy white discharge. I used creams and powders but there was no relief

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What creams and powders have you been using? It could be a candidial infection, requires a consultation to confirm and treat accordingly. ...  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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I am experiencing severe itching and burning in my private area. About 1.5 weeks ago I shaved, after that there was only mild skin itching. But after my periods ended 2 days ago, I developed strong itching near the urine opening, inside the vaginal lips (vulva) and slightly inside the vagina. Passing urine causes burning and discomfort. I have also

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

I have severe Anal itch on and off, derm says its candidiasis, no fissure what do i do? Iam fed up

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Visit nearest surgeon.. ...  Read More

About 3 weeks before, when i was sitting on bike , i got hit on shin bone by bike side box..after then there is swelling on my shin bone..right now there is no pain..but swelling is still there..and when i compare my both shin bone, i feel there is some bump/swelling/lump (not sure exactly what) on the leg which got hit that day..now can you please

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Chief Complaint: ocd and allergy to SSRI medications --- 🧠 Mental Health History: I was diagnosed with OCD about 4–5 years ago. After 1.5 years of suffering, I finally got mental relief when a psychiatrist prescribed me Flunil (Fluoxetine). It worked mentally, but after some time, I developed severe itching and skin rashes. Then I con

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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I was earlier prescribed Flunil 20 mg for my mental illness (ocd ) However, I developed severe itching with red rashes all over my body, especially around the thighs and legs. I consulted a psychiatrist who changed my medicine to Fluvoxamine 25 mg, but the same symptoms reappeared — intense itching, red patches on the skin, and

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Hello, it appears you are developing allergic reactions to both Flunil and Fluvoxamine, which belong to the same group of medicines (SSRIs). Such skin rashes and itching should not be ignored. I sugge ...  Read More

Having severe itching...I am 22 weeks pregnant and it's troubling me a lot.. Taking Piriton 4 mg thrice in a day..but no help.. Please suggest alternative other than medicine

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Could be pruritus of pregnancy. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

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