I've had these white bumps on my skin and hands for months, and now they're showing up on my face too. No matter what I do, they just don't go away. Even if I scratch them off with my nails, they seem to always come back. What's going on, and how can I get rid of them for good?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Could be a sign of a skin condition called Molluscum Contagiosum. This is a viral infection that can spread through direct skin contact. I recommend using a topical treatment like Retin-A (tretinoin) cream to help treat the bumps. Apply a thin layer of Retin-A cream on the affected areas once daily at bedtime. It may take a few weeks to see improvement, so be patient with the treatment. Additionally, avoid scratching or picking at the bumps to prevent further spread of the infection. Keep the affected areas clean and dry to promote healing. If the condition persists or worsens, consult a dermatologist for further evaluation and management.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been using this face cream that didn't suit my skin, and now my face has become darker. It's really bothering me. How can I get rid of these effects?

dermat opinion.

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I've been dealing with hair fall ever since I turned 20 and I've tried relying on stuff like minoxidil and procepia. They seem to work only as long as I use them, and stopping them makes the hair fall start up again. But once I got to college, I noticed that after I quit masturbating, my hair seemed to stop falling out. It's been three months since I last did, and my hairs actually looking better. So, I'm kind of curious, does masturbation really cause hair fall?

Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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I've just started taking Morr F 5 for my ADA, and my hair fall's actually gotten worse since day one. Is this normal? Why is it happening, and when can I expect it to calm down and see some hair regrowth?

Hairfall will contine for a 3 months and regrowth will start after 3-6 month of use.

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