Diagnosing Painless Erosion on Female Genitals Q: Hi! I have a pimple like ulcer with pus on top. It is below the side of labia. No pain or discharge. Thank you. – By Mel Reply: A painless ulcer on or near the labia could be a sign of STD. However, there are other causes too. […]
How to Wash the Feminine Genital Area? Q: I am a 17 year old female. I get pimple on the exterior of my genitals or on the outside of the inner lip, after my menstrual cycle. Also, what should us girls use to clean ourselves down there? Reply: These pimples are likely to be clogged […]
Managing Lesion of Adnexa Q: I am a 34 year old female. I went to the ER with severe abdominal pain localized above my naval. Blood work showed increased white blood cell count. CT scan, pelvic and abdominal ultrasounds showed a rt adnexal lesion and free fluid in the pelvis. I will have a follow […]
Thyroid Disorders May Present as Menstrual Irregularities Q: My throat swells at the end of every month. The doctor put me on the pill to stop my periods. So it calmed down a bit, but now it’s getting worse. – By Lisa Lock, female, age 47. Reply: Your problem appears to be related to your […]
What Causes Thick Sticky Saliva in Throat and How to Manage It? It is not normal to get a thick saliva. This suggests some inflammation in the upper respiratory tract, sinuses or the oral cavity. A careful examination is required to investigate the cause. Normal Saliva Saliva is an essential secretion produced by the salivary […]
Causes of Itchy Skin With Bumpy Patches Q: I am having itchy patches on my bums. Please help me. I am a girl and I am 17 years old. – By Juhi Reply: It would be difficult to comment without actually seeing those patches (If possible, send a picture of those lesions). The commonest cause […]
Causes of Trichomonas Vaginalis Infection and Its Management Q: I am a 37 yrs old man. I have never cheated on my wife. But she just found out she had trichomoniasis. We recently have been trying anal intercourse. Is it possible that she could have gotten this STD from this mode? -By Dre Reply: The […]
Rule Out Sepsis in Infection Involving Whole Body Q: My cousin is 26 year old male, and is having few red nodules in armpits with fever. They are tender to touch and is having abdominal cramps and loose stools. Meanwhile, his cholesterol levels are high and USG suggested swelling in liver and kidneys? What could […]
Simple Remedies for Vaginal Lips Acne Q: I have a few red bumps, some with white tips in my vaginal flaps. I know they’re not STDs because I am a virgin. Should I wait till they go away? I don’t want to go to a doctor since it is embarrassing. Is there any home remedy? […]
Can Plain Creams Treat Skin Infections? Q: Is it OK to put petroleum jelly or cream for antifungal or anti-inflammatory. Particularly econazole nitrate triamcinolone. I am female and 24 yrs old. -By Carla Reply: This would depend entirely on the type of lesion you want to treat. If it is some fungal infection, you have […]
