Question 1

Hi doc, Ive heard that drinking beetroot and carrot juice every morning can help brighten the skin. Is this really true? Im curious if it actually makes a difference or if its just a myth.

Accepted Answer

Drinking beetroot and carrot juice daily may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for skin health, but the claim of "skin brightening" is exaggerated and not entirely accurate.

Question 2

I have an itching sensation and small scars on my buttocks. What could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Kozicare cream is advised.Also tab levocetrizine 10 mg at bedtime, orally is advised for 7 days, Side-effects include itching and hypersensitivity reactions.

Question 3

My husband have been heaving fungal infection... take different types of medicines but it occurs again...  kindly share medicine which can totally removes it

Accepted Answer

I recommend trying Fluconazole (brand name Diflucan) at a dosage of 150mg once a week for 4-6 weeks. Additionally, applying Clotrimazole cream (brand name Lotrimin) twice daily to the affected area can help in faster resolution of the infection. Remember to consult a doctor before starting any new medication.

Question 4

Im a 26-year-old guy living in Mumbai. Ive always been fair, but over the last couple of decades with all the sun exposure and not taking proper care of my skin, my face, hands, and neck have gotten noticeably darker. If I stay indoors for a few days...

Accepted Answer

To help regain your lost complexion and lighten your skin tone, you can consider using topical creams containing hydroquinone, kojic acid, or azelaic acid. These can help lighten dark spots and even out skin tone. Additionally, using a daily sunscreen with high SPF can prevent further darkening of the skin due to sun exposure. As for oral medications, glutathione is a popular choice for skin lightening. It is generally considered safe when taken in appropriate doses.

Question 5

Ive been dealing with severe itching around my tailbone and the upper buttock creases for the past 10 days. I tried using Calamine lotion, which provided some relief but didnt help much. Could this be a fungal infection? If so, is it okay to use an a...

Accepted Answer

Itching in the tailbone and upper buttock crevices can indeed be a sign of a fungal infection, especially if it has not improved with calamine lotion. You can try using an antifungal cream like Livafin (Terbinafine) twice a day for about 2 weeks. Make sure to keep the area clean and dry, and wear loose-fitting clothing to help with the healing process.

Question 6

I got few black dots on skin(Very tiny). They are not painful. Just wanted to know are those dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Kozicure cream for local application is advised for 3-6 weeks , at bedtime ,if any side-effects dermat opinion is advised .

Hi doc, Ive heard that drinking beetroot and carrot juice every morning can help brighten the skin. Is this really true? Im curious if it actually makes a difference or if its just a myth.

Hi doc, Ive heard that drinking beetroot and carrot juice every morning can help brighten the skin. Is this really true? Im curious if it actually makes a difference or if its just a myth.

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