I recently cleaned a knee wound with Savlon, but now there's a red spot where I applied it. Could you help me understand why this happened and what I should do next?

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it take time to cure.

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I'm concerned about taking 2 Syntran 200 mg tablets twice daily for a whole week. Is that actually safe? And what side effects should I be aware of with Syntran?

nausea,head-ache,pain vomiting etc.

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Can homeopathy remove xanthelasma without surgery and how long would it take to see results

This condition may require clinical evaluation to determine the exact cause and treatment. Some cases can be managed conservatively, while others may need surgical intervention depending on size, symptoms, and severity. Regular follow-up is important to monitor progress.

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I've been dealing with some itching and redness on my thigh near the scrotum, and I've noticed some pimples in that area too. Despite using an antifungal soap, it hasn't cleared up and now the itching seems to be spreading to my penis. I'm really worried about what's going on. Can you help me figure out what this might be and how I can treat it?

Lymphocyte percentage (43%) is slightly elevated, but not necessarily alarming. Yes fungal medicine continuing.

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