I've heard that you can get crabs from having head lice. Is that true? I'm worried about getting pubic lice because of head lice. Can you tell me if that's possible?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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3+ Yrs

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yes , u can use mediker solution for local application for 7 days, if any untoward reactions dermat opinion is advised to the patient.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm dealing with this really annoying itchiness on my skin and there's these small boils and every time I scratch, my skin turns black. It's so frustrating because the urge to scratch is constant. Can you recommend an ointment or something that might help?

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I'm wondering if clovate 0.5mg cream is a good option for treating white spots on my skin. I've heard it might help with conditions like vitiligo. Could you provide some guidance on this?

Yes clovate cream can be used to treat vitiligo.

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I'm really worried because both of my hands have turned black due to macular amyloidosis. I've been seeing a doctor for this, but none of the creams they prescribed have worked. Is there any other treatment option available, like laser, that might help?

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