Question 1

I'm a bit unsure about something regarding my daughter's skincare routine. You mentioned on Saturday that she should use Dermadew cream or Fairlite in the morning. But she was also told to use Clindac gel for her pimples in the morning. Should she still keep using the gel, or is it just one of the creams now? How should we be using these together?

Accepted Answer

when ever she has active acne then she can use clindac gel during bedtime,rest of the days she can contine those creams,donot use both the crames at a time.

Question 2

I'm trying to figure out if the Adapalene and Clindamycin cream I've been using for my acne has any steroids in it. Specifically, I'm curious about Deriva CMS gel. Can you let me know if it's considered a steroid cream?

Accepted Answer

Deriva CMS is not a steroid cream.

Question 3

I'm noticing my skin tone is getting darker since I moved to Chennai, and I'm really concerned about it. I'm also breaking out with pimple-like wounds all over my body, which I think might be due to the heat. I usually walk to the office around 8:45 am, and my skin is exposed to the sun for just about 10 minutes. I use VLCC sunblock with SPF 30PA and even cover my face with a scarf, but the darkening is happening all over, including on areas like my legs, stomach, and back, which are covered. I'm not sure if it's just the sun causing this. Can you help me figure out how to lighten my skin tone?

Accepted Answer

Negative HIV test after 2 years, but symptoms persist:
 
 *Interpretation:*
 
 1. HIV-negative status confirmed.
 2. CD4 count (1197) is normal.
 3. RNA PCR (viral load) undetectable.
 4. Antibodyantigen serology negative.
 
 *Symptoms may indicate:*
 
 1. Immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS)
 2. Opportunistic infections (e.g., oral thrush)
 3. Allergic reactions
 4. Other health conditions (e.g., autoimmune disorders)
 
 *Recommendations:*
 
 1. Consult an infectious disease specialist or immunologist.
 2. Rule out other infections (e.g., fungal, bacterial).
 3. Consider:
 - Antifungal treatment for oral thrush.
 - Topical creams for lip itching and rashes.
 - Pain management for tongue pain.
 4. Monitor lymph nodes and repeat testing if necessary.
 5. Address anxiety and stress through counseling or support groups.
 
 *Late seroconversion unlikely:*
 
 Given your negative HIV tests and undetectable viral load, late seroconversion is unlikely.

I'm dealing with a pretty stubborn rash on my inner thigh that I think might be a ringworm. I've tried using Itchguard and Candid B cream, but they don't seem to be helping much. Is there a different antifungal cream or medicine you could recommend for better results?

Lulican cream for local application for atleast 2 weeks is advised to the patient.

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