I've recently had a bout with scabies, and the infection spread all over my stomach and back. The good news is the infection's cleared up, but now I'm left with these dark black spots everywhere. What can I do to make them go away?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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This could be fungal infection u need to evaluate with your Dermatologist and get appropriate treatment with oral antifungal medications and topical lotions,once the infection is resolved your hair fall would come down,I suggest you not to use minoxidil with active fungal infection,above this your personal hygiene care is more important.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got several lipomas on my body, especially on my hand and back. Two lipomas on my back have merged into one big lump, and it sometimes hurts when I sit on a chair. Is there any way to get rid of them without surgery?

excision of the lipoma,sx opinion is also advised.

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I'm really stressed out about these acne and small bumps that have been popping up on my face for the past two months. I've tried everything, but nothing seems to work. There's also some pigmentation near my chin, which is adding to my worries. With my wedding coming up soon, I desperately need a solution. Can you please help me figure out how to get rid of these acne and pimples?

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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I've got this lump on my butt cheek, maybe about an inch or so in diameter. Sometimes it swells up, I think because of the heat or something. It's really hard not to try to pop it a bit because it sort of tears when I sit, then it releases some pus and eventually calms down. My English isn't great, but I hope you get what I'm saying. Could you help me understand what's going on here?

couldbe pustule be causitious and try not to pop it and use antibiotic creams to prevent its speard

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