I've been dealing with this birthmark on my left cheek and after six rounds of laser treatment, it hasn't really lightened. I'm wondering if there are other ways to lighten birthmarks? Are there any creams or meds you'd recommend?

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So, I recently got a shave at the barber's, and there was a pimple near my moustache. The razor blade nicked it, and I was bleeding a bit. I saw the barber change the blade, so I'm pretty sure it was new, but I'm still worried. Is there any risk of HIV from this? Could you help me figure out if I should be concerned?

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I've been dealing with these fungal infections in my groin for a while now, and they just keep coming back. I've already used about three tubes of COSVATE GM, but now my skin in that area looks all faded with these red patches underneath. I'm worriedwill my skin eventually get back to normal, or is this a lasting issue?

Lulcan cream is advised for 2 weeks once daily for local applicaion.

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I'm really worried about my maid because she's been using this dermikem oc cream for like two years now. She wants to stop using it, but every time she tries, her face gets all rashy and super itchy. What can we do about this?

Dermikem OC cream is a topical corticosteroid cream used to treat various skin conditions, including eczema, dermatitis, and allergies. Long-term use of corticosteroid creams can lead to dependence, and stopping their use abruptly can cause withdrawal symptoms, consult dermatologist he will taper the dose

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