Question 1

I've recently noticed some white patches on my bum, just below the waist area. I'm 21 years old and I'm a bit concerned about what this could be. Is it something I should be worried about? What could be causing this, and should I see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Thrombophobe cream for local application atleast 7-14 days is advised to the patient once daily.

Question 2

I'm getting a hair transplant next week and all my test results are normal including the ECG but the X-ray shows something unusual. Can you take a look at the photo and let me know if it's anything to worry about before the surgery?

Accepted Answer

kindly share x ray

Question 3

Doc, I'm 37 and dealing with oily skin that has pits. I've got my acne under control now, thankfully. I've been applying vitamin C serum for about 21 months, and it's helped a lot with the pits. For nine months now, I've also been using Retino A 0.05 as an anti-aging treatment, and it's been going pretty smoothlyno irritation, redness, or peeling.

Here's my routine: 
- Morning: face wash, Cetaphil, vitamin C serum, and then sunscreen.
- Night: Plum aloe vera face wash, pea-sized Retino A 0.05, Olay serum, and ending with Sebamed Q10 cream.

So, could you tell me if my routine's good as is, or if I should change or add anything else? How safe is it to use tretinoin for extended periods? And I'm looking for a good sunscreen recommendation that works for oily skin. Appreciate your insight!

Accepted Answer

Your routine looks good, but consider these adjustments:

1. _Face wash_: Cetaphil is gentle, but you may benefit from a foaming face wash for oily skin, like Neutrogena Hydrating Facial Cleanser.
2. _Sunscreen_: Switch to a lightweight, oil-free sunscreen (see recommendations below).
3. _Nighttime routine_: Consider replacing Olay serum with a niacinamide serum to enhance skin brightness and reduce inflammation.

*Tretinoin Long-Term Use*

Tretinoin (Retino-A 0.05) can be used long-term, but:

1. _Monitor skin_: Regularly assess your skin for signs of irritation, dryness, or sensitivity.
2. _Adjust frequency_: If you experience irritation, reduce the frequency of application or switch to a lower concentration.
3. _Sun protection_: Continue using sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to prevent UV-induced damage.

*Sunscreen Recommendations for Oily Skin*

1. _Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen_: SPF 50, zinc-based, and non-greasy.
2. _La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Sunscreen Milk_: SPF 60, lightweight, and oil-free.
3. _EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46_: Fragrance-free, oil-free, and suitable for sensitive skin.

I've got a small lump on my cheek that popped up a few hours after I woke up. It's lighter than my normal skin tone, and I can't figure out what it is or how it happened. It's really noticeable and I'm a bit worried. What could this be?

That could be due to insect bite, don't try to squeeze it, visit Ophthalmologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I've recently noticed some white patches on my bum, just below the waist area. I'm 21 years old and I'm a bit concerned about what this could be. Is it something I should be worried about? What could be causing this, and should I see a doctor?

I'm getting a hair transplant next week and all my test results are normal including the ECG but the X-ray shows something unusual. Can you take a look at the photo and let me know if it's anything to worry about before the surgery?

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