I've got this dark chickenpox scar on my nose and it's really bothering me. What treatment options are there to help get rid of it? Any advice would be really helpful.

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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You can consider using a topical cream containing hydroquinone, such as Melalite cream. Apply a thin layer on the affected area once daily in the evening. Additionally, using a scar-reducing gel like Contractubex can also help in reducing the appearance of the holes. Make sure to follow the instructions provided with the products for best results.

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Over winter, I've noticed my skin tends to get a darker shade, even though I've usually got a fair skin tone. What do you think might be causing this? Plus, my skin gets pretty dry around this time. Could you recommend a moisturizer that isn't sticky but still brightens up my skin? Would love some advice on how to manage both these issues!

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I'm really worried about my mom. She's been dealing with ringworm on her butt for about two months now, and it's just not getting any better. We visited a skin doctor who gave us a prescription, but that hasn't helped at all. She's getting more and more frustrated with the constant itching, irritation, and those red rashes. What else can we do to help her find relief?

Candid cream for local application is advised for 3 weeks, along with tab flucanozole 150 mg once a week for 2 weeks is advised to the patient.

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I'm really worried about the amount of hair I'm losing after giving birth. It's seriously a lot, and I'm not sure how to handle it. Can you offer any advice or solutions to cope with this extreme hair loss post-delivery?

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