Question 1

I've had alopecia universalis for a year and my doctor prescribed decdan 0.5 to take every weekend 5 on Sunday and 5 on Saturday. But I'm getting ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair surgery on my knee next week. Should I keep taking the medicine or stop it before the surgery? I'm a bit worried about how it might affect the procedure or recovery.

Accepted Answer

Dont continue it, have u informed ur doc regarding this,

Question 2

I'm a 25-year-old guy, and I'm having some hair issues that I'm really concerned about. Every time I take a shower, I lose about 10 to 20 strands of hair, sometimes even more. It's been worrying me quite a bit, especially because I have curly hair with mild dandruff. If I skip washing my hair for just one day, my scalp gets super oily, and the dandruff gets worse. And when I shave my head, I notice patchy dandruff along with some red spots on my scalp. Is there something I should be worried about here or some steps I can take to address these?

Accepted Answer

Losing ten to twenty strands is not significant... Maybe the dandruff is causing u to lose hair a little faster than normal... Oil massage at night is good after adding a little  lemon... Don't oil in the day as it attracts dust... Do it for some time.. it will definitely improve

Question 3

I'm having trouble finding Dipsalic F ointment at medical stores since they said it's not being made anymore. I've been using it for an allergic reaction, and nothing else I've tried is as effective. Can you suggest the best substitute for this ointment? I'm really concerned about finding something that works as well.

Accepted Answer

Since Dipsalic F ointment is unavailable, I'll suggest some alternatives with similar ingredients:

*Alternatives with Salicylic Acid and Urea*

1. *Ursal 10% Ointment*: Contains urea (10%) and salicylic acid (3%).
2. *Keralyt 5% Gel*: Has salicylic acid (5%) and urea (10%).
3. *Salex 6% Cream*: Contains salicylic acid (6%) and might be suitable for allergic areas.

*Other Options*

1. *CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser*: A gentle cleanser with salicylic acid (2%) and hyaluronic acid.
2. *Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream*: A rich moisturizer with urea (10%) and ceramides

I'm wondering if I can use Indulekha oil along with another oil because I have a headache problem and need to use oil every day. I know Indulekha is supposed to be a remedy and not for daily use, so would it be okay to mix it with something else?

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