I got bitten by a little leech a few weeks back and it bled for a short while, but then it stopped. Now I've got this small red bump there, and it's quite itchy. Any idea what I can do to fix this?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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Clopivate cream for local application is advise for 7 days, if any side -effects dermatologist opinion is advised .

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried because I accidentally spilled boiling milk on my right palm and fingers. Ive been in so much pain despite keeping it in cold water for 30 minutes. I even used some silverex silver nitrate gel, but the burning just isn't going away. There aren't any blisters or peeling skin, but it seems to be swollen. Can you help me figure out what to do next?

This needs evaluation visit Plastic surgeon for the same and appropriate management

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I'm dealing with ringworm and demodectic scabies for the past month. I've tried a bunch of different ointments and creams meant for these issues, but they haven't really helped. Things seem to get a bit better for about a week, but then the symptoms come back. What should I do?

That is Fungal Infection and needs oral and topical antifungal medicines visit Dermatologist for the same and maintain Personal Hygiene .

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I noticed a hard, movable lump on my left cheek near my nose today. It's small but I'm really concerned about it. Could you help me understand what this might be? I'm feeling a bit anxious.

it may due to infection consult generwl surgeon

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