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Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing a skin issue in my thigh and groin areas for the past 15 days, which initially presented as a small discharging boil. During the treatment, I took an antifungal medication. However, after some time, I noticed that the affected areas turned completely black, and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I have examined your pictures (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), and it appears that you have tinea cruris, a fungal infection in the groin area. For treatment, I suggest you take the following medica... Read Full »
I have itchiness, rashes and redness in penis after balanitis treatment. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Two weeks ago I consulted for candida balantis, and took Fluconazole, Levocetirizine and Candid cream, for a week. It was fine but as the dose got over, my itchiness in penis came back and now I have got cut and rashes and redness in my foreskin and penis. I have uncircumcised penis. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern for your symptoms. It looks like balanitis (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It can be due to injury, dry sex, forceful masturbation. Infection- unprotected sex, unhygienic sex practice. Diabetes- can be checked by blood su... Read Full »
How to cure the appearance of a pigmented line in my fourth toenail?
Query: Hi doctor, I have got a pigmented line in my fourth toenail. It started as a freckle that was tan in color quite quickly over four or five months it has turned darker. It is not growing out but spreading in width. The bottom left part of my skin and cuticle area is very itchy at times and it feels t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have examined the submitted details (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and will do my best to help you overcome the problem. Close examination shows the dark band appearance that is often seen in individuals who get an infection due to a fungus. T... Read Full »
My lesion turned black after application of cider vinegar. What to do now?
Query: Hi doctor, I have ringworm on my arm. I used Daktarin and that did not work. Then I used cider vinegar and it has turned black. Should I be worried? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query in detail and do understand your concern. Also I have viewed the attached pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is irritant dermatitis which has developed due to the use of vinegar. It is very less probable that the funga... Read Full »
What can be done for itching near sensitive area leading to color change?
Query: Hello doctor, I have itching near sensitive area, skin color changed nearby, due to itching. There are rashes which are painful at times. Kindly suggest an immediate cure. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is due to fungal infection. Follow the mentioned treatment: Local application of antifungal dusting powder Clocip (Clotrimazole) during daytime near an inner region of the thigh. At night time, apply Clocip-B ointment in the inner area of the thigh. Maintain personal... Read Full »
I have a small rash on my belt line. Please suggest a treatment.
Query: Hello doctor,I have a small rash on my belt line that has been there for a number of weeks. It is red, inflamed, and bumpy. It tends to itch a lot. It is not ring-shaped, more like a razor burn. I take Roaccutane, Aropax, and Valtrex. Please find the image. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the file (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is a common site for fungal infection and frictional dermatitis. I suggest you take tablet Levocetirizine 5 mg orally at bedtime to reduce the itching. Consult your specialist doctor, discu... Read Full »
I have a fungal infection in my right hand. How to treat it?
Query: Hello doctor,I have one red spot on my right hand, which is a fungal infection. Sometimes, it will grow in other body parts like stomach or legs, but then automatically disappears in 2 to 3 days. I am so worried. What to do? What is the treatment for this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Have you applied any creams? Do you have a history of diabetes or hypertension? In the case of a fungal infection, you can try using Onabet (Sertaconazole) cream or Episert (Sertaconazole) cream or DK gel (Miconazole), twice a day. But if there is a recurrence, then ora... Read Full »
Why do I experience foul or rotten vaginal odors?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old female. I am 5 feet 4 inches tall and weigh 105 pounds. I am experiencing foul or rotten odors coming from my vagina, and I cannot figure out what it is or what I am doing wrong. This has been happening inconsistently for about 2 years. I have a history of taking ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, We welcome you to icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. I am truly sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. Regarding your symptoms, you have developed pelvic inflammatory disease caused by bacteria... Read Full »
Can Lulifin lotion harm my eyes if dropped accidentally?
Query: Hi doctor, My mom accidentally dropped the Lulifin lotion into my eyes. Is there any first aid treatment or should I contact the doctor? Please tell me. I am scared. Read Full »
Dr. Sheikh Zubair Abdul Razzak
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Lulifin is an antifungal lotion. You should immediately do an eye wash with clean water, and continue this for at least 20 to 30 minutes. You can get some antibiotics steroid eye drops and apply for three times a day for four to five days. Please remember that if your v... Read Full »
I have pain during sex and urination. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I went to a doctor because I had symptoms of vaginal thrush, itchiness, and sometimes white discharge. My fiance also had an itchy dick so I thought he had thrush as well. I got prescribed Fluconazole for it and he used a cream for it. Both our symptoms went away so we had sex four da... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A single Fluconazole pill does not treat the thrush completely. As you had painful sex and blood thereafter accompanied with painful urine, indicates that you have developed thrush associated vaginitis, which needs to be treated with both antifungals and antibiotics ... Read Full »