I'm noticing some minor redness and dry skin on my penis foreskin, and I'm a bit worried about it. Do you think applying Vaseline or paraffin wax could help, or should I try something else?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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1+ Yrs

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No ,better not to put.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been getting a lot of skin warts on my face, hands, and other parts of my body, and now my wife and kids are getting them too. Could this be contagious from me? What are some good home remedies to try, and if it gets worse, would surgery be an option?

Laser removal best option

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I'm wondering if Mederma could actually help with some scars and old burn marks I've got on my thighs. They've been there a while, and I've just got these persistent spots that won't seem to go away. Do you think this cream would work for something like that?

Yes.

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I'm really worried because I have this red and painful lump between my buttock cheeks. I've been using Mupirocin and Azifast on it, but I'm not sure if that's enough or if I should be doing something else. Any idea what this could be or what steps I should take next?

That could be pilonidal sinus or abscess.visit General Surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management

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