Is Vaseline good for eczema?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Take precaution to use minimal quantity and only on dry skin

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm concerned about my friend who was advised not to use steroids by the doctor. Would it be okay for him to take Suhagra tablets instead? I'm just worried and want to make sure he's making the right decision.

No he is not supposed to use unless indicated and advised by your doctor.

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I have an abscess that's not coming to a head and keeps getting bigger each day. I'm on antibiotics but it's still itchy, hard around the edges, and soft and swollen in the middle. Will the antibiotics be enough to treat this or will I need surgery?

Large abscess that‚Äôs not draining usually needs incision & drainage.Incision helps antibiotics work;waiting may worsen infection.

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I've been hearing about this anti-acne facial clean up that's typically available at beauty salons, and I'm curious if this kind of treatment is also handled by dermatologists. I feel like it might be safer if a dermatologist did it. Also, I'm wondering about how much it would typically cost.

YOU NEED TO VISIT YOUR NEAR BY DERMATOLOGIST

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