I've got this weird situation where after a nipples been sucked, there's this crack that developed. And a few days later, it's like theres some pus forming. I'm just not sure what to do about it. Any advice on how to take care of this?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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Patient is advised tab metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily,orally for 5 days, tab aceclofenac 100mg twice daily,tab pantocid 40 mg ,orally once daily for 7 days.If still symptoms persists surgeon opinion is advised to the patient

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Consult a Dermatologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm dealing with a dressing issue and could really use some advice. I have a wound dressing made using cotton dipped in povidone iodine solution, and it's stuck pretty firmly to the wound. It's been tough trying to remove it without causing any harm or pain. Do you have any suggestions on how I can safely take it off? I'm really worried about this and want to make sure I don't aggravate my wound further.

yes u can use it, visit ur physician for apprpropriate managent

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I've had these red rashes on my scrotum for the past few days, and they're not itchy but feel like a needle prick whenever anything touches them, especially when I walk. I'm using ONABET dusting powder, but it's not doing anything. What's going on? How can I make this stop?

Lulican cream for application is advised for 2 weeks ,once daily and tab levocetrizine 10 mg ,oraly bedtime for 5 days is advised to the patient.Any allergic reactions pls consult dermatologist.

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I'm dealing with acne and my doctor recommended I use Sebum Clear N Gel. But now my skin, especially my hands, are getting darker. Could you suggest something that might help improve my skin tone without any side effects?

Visit your doctor for alternate treatment plan

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