I'm looking for advice on how to heal wounds more quickly. Are there any medications or tablets that can help speed up the healing process when used alongside regular dressing? Also, is Betadine an effective ointment for treating small wounds? Any guidance would be appreciated!

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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For healing wounds faster, some tablets that may be prescribed include Sigmoilalm and Ciprofloxacin. Along with these tablets, general dressing and proper wound care are essential for promoting effective wound healing and preventing infection.

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I'm really worried because my lichen planus just isn't improving, and Ive had these dark spots on my hands for nearly two years now. Do you have any advice on how I can treat the lichen planus and get rid of these dark spots?

Kojiglo to continue for 3-6 weeks for better results, in case of reactions consult dermatologist.

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I've got a small lump on my cheek that popped up a few hours after I woke up. It's lighter than my normal skin tone, and I can't figure out what it is or how it happened. It's really noticeable and I'm a bit worried. What could this be?

That could be due to insect bite, don't try to squeeze it, visit Ophthalmologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I'm really worried because I accidentally spilled boiling water and it burned the skin on my penis and caused blisters on my testicles. What kind of treatment would typically be recommended for something like this, and how long might it take to heal?

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