I was diagnosed with tuberculosis last month, and since then, I've noticed that my skin color has turned darker. I used to have fair skin before. I'm really worried if this change will last or if my original complexion will return after I recover. Can you please let me know what to expect?

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I'm noticing some dark brown discoloration around my groin area that's been there for about 4 to 5 years now, but it hasn't been itchy at all. I'm concerned about the causeis it possibly a bacterial or yeast infection, or something else? I'm really hoping for some advice on how to improve the color because it's quite noticeable, and also I'd like to address whatever might be causing it. Could you offer any guidance on this?

That could be due to fungal infection usually,visit your dermatologist for evaluating any active infection and appropriate management,you can use intimate moisturizer.

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I'm really worried about my friend because they keep getting these painful pocks between their chest area. It's been happening quite frequently, and the last one was really big and hurt a lot. This has been going on for the past 23 weeks. Do you have any idea what might be causing this or what we should do about it?

Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

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I've noticed a black spot on the joints of my left hand's starting finger, and it's been getting darker over the past three days. I'm getting a bit worried about what this could be. What should I do about it?

that could be due to various disorders like thyroid issues or any hormonal imbalance,visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

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