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I have a small acne like thing on chest. Is it cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I have attached a picture that is on my chest for about two years. It has not given me any problems. Around two years back I had a small acne-like thing on my chest right side and it became like this ever since. The dermatologists I have visited have said it is nothing to worry about, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is there any complaint about it? Do you have any pain or burning sensation or itching? Read Full »
How to get the black line off my nose?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a horizontal black line on my nose from the past seven years. During the time of menses, it looks lighter, but on the other days, it looks darker. I applied everything from lemon juice, potato juice, cucumber, kojic cream, etc. But nothing works. What should I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your concern may be post inflammatory hyper pigmentation or melasma. I suggest you try Lumacip plus (a combination of Fluocinolone topical, Hydroquinone topical and Tretinoin topical) cream. It is a triple combination cream. You can apply the cream on the pigmentatio... Read Full »
I have a brown spot on the head of my penis. Is this worrisome?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a brown spot on the head of my penis and a few six to seven black mole-like spots on the foreskin. I think the brown spot has been there for a couple of years, but I am not sure. Are these a cause for concern? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation mark with penile melanosis. You can get a dermatologist prescription for hyperpigmentation by a telemedicine portal or by direct consultation. I suggest you the following treatment. Apply Candid cream (Clotrimazole 1%) twice ... Read Full »
I have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had erythema multiforme because of drug allergy and currently left with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. How long will it last and how and what should I do or apply to let the pigments fade? I have my liver, biopsy test, and I need someone to explain the results. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your lesions are not only hyperpigmented (which shows the healing phase) but they are still erythematous (which shows the active phase). So, right now you should not worry about the pigme... Read Full »
Please suggest a solution for blackness in the upper lip.
Query: Hello doctor, When I was young I used to lick my lips a lot causing a red line above my lips and under my nose. One day I went out and came back with a permanent blackness above my upper lip (not my skin color). It looks like I have a mustache. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, we would be able to help you the most if you are able to provide us with a clinical photograph of your condition. Based on the brief history you have provided to us, you seem to be suffering from lip-lick cheilitis induced post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I... Read Full »
Why do I have dark spots all over my body?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 31-year-old female with three kids. When I was in my teenage, I developed red bumps which later on turned into acne. Most of the time I scratch them as they are very itchy and the same with insect bites. I have a lot of dark spots now all over my face, buttocks, back of my thighs, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please answer me the following questions to give more accurate treatment. How long has it been there? Is itching still there? Can you mention any exaggerating and relieving factors? Any area spared? How long have you been breastfeeding? Read Full »
I have darkened skin due to steroid use. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have eczema and over the years doctors have provided me a steroid ointment which I have been using. The side effects were darkening of the skin. Wondering if there is a solution since now my skin has become really dark on my face and neck. Also, I have hyper-pigmentation all over my che... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).You seem to have acne along with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from previously healed acne. Acne is a well-known side effect of steroid creams. So perh... Read Full »
I have dark scars around a healed wound under my left eye. What could that be?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 18-year-old male. I have dark scars around a healed wound under my left eye. What could be the reason? Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the history and image provided (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it looks like post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). It appears following a wound that causes inflammation and later heals to form dark spots. It usually fades with time... Read Full »
Why does my face appear worse in direct sunlight?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had mild acne for years and it seems to be under control now with an occasional break out here and there, mainly just trying to fix scarring. I am a 26-year-old male. Currently, I am using the Menscience brand facial wash, Mirco scrub, and rosewater toner. I lie to keep things s... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am glad you asked this. Could you also upload a photo of your face both indoors as well as in natural daylight? I need to have a close-up view to pinpoint the diagnosis and suggest a remedy. I appreciate your concern. Read Full »
What can be done for dark spots due to pimple?
Query: Hello doctor,I had a pimple that was huge and it busted with puss and left a dark spot on my face. What should I do to heal and get rid of the dark spots? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history is suggestive of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. To prevent further darkening, make sure you use good non-comedogenic sunscreen with SPF 50. To improve the dark spot, you can use topical Kojic acid cream, apply to the dark spot at night. Read Full »