I've noticed this lump on my butt cheek and I'm really wondering if it might be a boil or maybe something else entirely. What could this be? It's got me a bit worried and I'd love some insight on what's going on.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've had keloid scars on my chest for over 5 years and cryotherapy didn't work it just came back. I heard surgery isn't permanent either. Is there any treatment that can actually get rid of keloids for good?

no , sx is only option .

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I've got this rough patch of skin on my forearm. It kinda looks like a hickey but it doesn't itch or hurt. It's been there for about a month. Should I be worried about it, or is it something I can just ignore? What could this be?

That could be eczema visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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My grandfather has been dealing with something called agni sappiin in Telugu. I'm really concerned and wondering if there's any treatment or remedy for this. Could you advise on any dietary tips that might help? It would be helpful to know which foods he should eat and what he should avoid.

Diagnosis is Herpes zoster, treatment includes tab Acyclovir 1000mg thrice daily ,orally for 7 days. Foods to eat are garlic,turmeric, green tea,omega fatty acids,lettuce etc... Foods to avoid are high lipis and faty foods, avoid alcohol is advised to the patient.

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