I have a mole on my forehead that I've had since birth and I'm thinking about getting it removed. How much does the surgery usually cost and will there be a scar after? If it does leave a mark, how long until it fades? Are there any safe ways to remove it at home or is surgery the only option?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Mole removal costs ‚Çπ3,000‚Äì‚Çπ10,000; mild scar may remain and fade in months‚Äîhome removal isn‚Äôt safe.

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My sister stays in a hostel, and she's caught a really bad case of head lice from the other girls there. We did some Googling and found treatment centers, but they all seem to be for kids. Can she get treated at your clinic? We're really concerned because head lice can seriously affect a person's health, and we've tried all sorts of home remedies, but nothing's working anymore.

IVREA shampoo and perlice cream is advissed to the patient ,Avised after head bath with with shampoo ,cream is applied over a dry scalp for atleast 3 weeks.

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I've been dealing with these fine lines that almost look like hives, and they get really itchy. I've already tried taking Ivered and teczine 10, and they seemed to help for a while. But now, after finishing the medication, the problem is coming back. Do you have any idea why this is happening or what else I can try?

The recurrence might be due to lack of personal hygiene,maintain personal hygiene and follow your doctors advice

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