I'm really concerned because two days ago, something, probably an insect, bit me on my upper stomach. It's super itchy and feels really hard to the touch. Could you recommend any ointment or treatment that might give me some relief?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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Try with desosoft lotion by applying twice a day,visit Dermatologist for appropriate managemnet

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been losing a lot of hair recently and even noticed some bald spots. My doctor, Nimesh Shah, prescribed me MBSON SL 1500mg to take every morning for the past 15 days. I'm really hoping this will help with the hair fall. Can you tell if this will actually work for me?

This medicine MBSON-SL 1500mg is a combination of biotin, selenium, and zinc which are known to promote hair growth and reduce hair fall. The dosage of 1500mg is appropriate for daily use. It may help in improving your hair condition and reducing hair fall. It is important to continue taking the medication as prescribed

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I've got this small lump on my forehead that I think might be a lipoma. I'm really curious if there's any ayurvedic treatment that could help with it. Could you give me some advice on this?

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I'm dealing with a pretty uncomfortable fungal infection on my inner thighs. It's been itching a lot, and the skin feels all rough now. This has been going on for about a month. Could you give me some advice on how to handle this?

Maintain personal hygiene like take bath twice daily and wear clean clothes etc., visit Dermatologist for appropriate treatment which includes oral and topical antifungals.

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