- Male
- 23 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm 23 and I've been dealing with this issue since I was 12; the skin on my buttocks and lower back is noticeably darker. It's embarrassing and I'm not sure why it happened, so I'm really looking for some advice or treatment options that could help me with this. What could be causing this and are there any treatments you'd recommend?
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I've been dealing with this rash that keeps showing up, and it's got these clear fluid-filled blisters or small bumps. There's itching that comes and goes, and I can't figure out what's causing it. Could you help me understand what might be going on and how I might be able to treat it?
This could be pemphigus or Zooster or Herpes,do not squeeze them or scratch them, visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate treatment.
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I noticed a light black-brown vertical line on my left thumb today. I don't recall injuring it, but I'm pretty certain it wasn't there before. There's no pain or anything. Could this be something serious?
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