I've been dealing with keloid scars on my chest for the past 8 years and they're really bothering me. They don't look great and it's affecting my confidence. Can you recommend something to help with this?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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One option is to use silicone gel sheets, such as Mepiform, applied directly to the keloid. Another option is to use corticosteroid injections, such as Kenalog, directly into the keloid to help reduce its size. In some cases, topical treatments like Mederma can also be beneficial. It is important to consult with a dermatologist to determine the best treatment plan for your specific situation.

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I've been hearing about Zincofer tablets and was wondering what exactly they're used for. I'm particularly curious about whether they can actually help with hair growth. How effective are they for that? Would love some insight on this!

Hair fall, u can continue the medication for atlest 3 months.

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I'm really worried because my wife has this dark area right between her nose and mouth. It doesn't seem normal, and I'm not sure what it means or how to get rid of it. Could you help us understand what might be going on and what steps we should take to reduce or remove the darkness?

That could be Fungal infection or Vitamin Deficiency,visit Dermatologist for evaluationa and appropriate management

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I'm 20 and having a hard time with beard and mustache growth. I started seeing some hair on my chin about four years ago, but it never spread out over my whole face. It's been frustrating not seeing much progress since then. Could you suggest some treatments or medicines that might help with full beard growth?

refer to dermatologist

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