- female
- 40 Years
- 01/04/2021
What is best treatment for Lichen Planus?
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View allI'm dealing with a boil that's started to ooze pus, and I've been using BETADINE to dress it. I'm wondering if there are any antibiotics that might help it heal a bit quicker. Do you have any recommendations or advice on what I should do next?
-For a boil that's emitting pus, antibiotics may help if there's an infection, but it's best to consult a doctor for the right one. If your boil is large or worsening, oral antibiotics like clindamycin or dicloxacillin might be prescribed to help speed he
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I'm using Melanocyl ointment for my vitiligo as prescribed by my doctor, but I've developed a sore and a reddish patch on the area I'm treating. My doctor is currently on leave. What should I do about the sore?
Seems like you may be experiencing a reaction to the Melanocyl ointment. You can try using a mild corticosteroid cream like Hydrocortisone 1% cream on the sore area to reduce inflammation and itching. Apply a thin layer twice a day for a week. Additionally, you can use an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin to prevent infection. Make sure to keep the area clean and dry. If the symptoms persist or worsen, please consult with another healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.
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Is there any medicine or surgery that can completely cure geographic tongue in under 10 days
no med requred.
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