I've been applying Dettol on my face and steaming for 15 minutes. After that, my face turns really red and dark, and it's itching a lot. Is it okay to use Dettol on my face? What might happen because of this?

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Dr Chandra P

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stop taking medication, advised calasoft lotion for local application for 7 days, any side-effects dermat opinion is advised.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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After having my gallbladder removed on August 5th, 2017, I've been struggling with a lot of hair loss for the past couple of months. I'm really worried about this and was wondering if there's a permanent solution you could suggest?

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I recently saw a doctor for a skin infection and was told it's a fungal infection. They prescribed me Candiforce 200. When I looked it up online, it seems to be more for mouth, throat, and lung issues. I'm a bit confused and worriedwill it actually help with my skin infection? I'm thinking of seeing a dermatologist soon but would love some clarity before that.

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