what is acn

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Acne is a skin condition where hair follicles are clogged with oil and dead skin cells presenting as whiteheads, balckheads and pimples.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been experiencing pain on a spot behind my ear on the scalp when I touch it. It's been about a week now, but there's no redness or bumps. It only hurts when I press on it. Could this be something I should be concerned about? What might be causing this pain?

The painful spot behind your ear on the scalp could be a minor issue like a hair follicle irritation, ingrown hair, or a nerve sensitivity,

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I'm 21 and I've been having this issue where I sweat a lot under my arms, and it has a really bad smell. I'm really looking for a way to lower how much I sweat. Can you help me out with this?

Maintain personal hygiene like take bath twice daily,trim your underarm hair regularly and maintain healthy life style.

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I accidentally spilled some hot oil on my fingers yesterday while cooking, and it's on my left hand. What would be a good way to treat it? I'm a bit worried about how to properly take care of it.

Thta needs physical eamination,visit Surgeon for appropriate management,until then you can apply silkal gel for cooling effect

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