I'm dealing with this really annoying itchiness on my skin and there's these small boils and every time I scratch, my skin turns black. It's so frustrating because the urge to scratch is constant. Can you recommend an ointment or something that might help?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about sun exposure and I'm wondering if using Dr. Reddy's Venusia moisturizer during the day will cause my skin to tan if I go outside. Does this moisturizer have any sun protection properties, or should I be layering it with sunscreen to prevent tanning?

Yes Dr Reddy Venusia moisturiser is advised to the patient

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I'm wondering if doxy 1 capsules are actually effective for treating acne? I'm a bit worried because I've been taking them for 12 days now as my dermatologist prescribed, but I'm not seeing any improvement. Should I keep taking these for the full month as advised? How long does this medication typically take to show results?

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I've had warts on my feet for over a month now. The doctor recommended Watnil solution but it hasn't helped at all. My friends say it might need to be cut out with minor surgery, which really scares me. Are there any other medicines that can cure warts without surgery?

Its a very minor surgical procedure. Its done by electrocautery or by radiofrequency ablation. Its done under local anaesthesia. Treatment cost varies in different clinics. Lotion takes long time to act and it should be applied properly.

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