Having A Skin Infection

Posted on 3 days ago

Question: Having a skin infection

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
More details...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Skin infection is a very broad terminology. Can you describe what type of infection do you have and since how long has it been there?
I would also like to know which part / parts of the skin are affected?
If there are any symptoms and visible signs please explain?
Do you have any know medical condition?

If possible please upload a good quality photos of the affected skin taken in a broad light.

Awaiting your response...

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (1 hour later)

hi sir thanks for your reply. infection appeared couple of days before in my right leg knee area. the infection appears to be round like an eczema. symptoms are itching and appears reddish followed white flakes of skin on top. pls suggest me what medicine to use for the same to get cured. This occured after the rainy days past week. awaiting for your reply sir. Thanks in advance

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (2 minutes later)

there is no option for adding photo image of the same sir..

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Is it behind knee?

Detailed Answer:
Is it over the knee or behind the knee?
Does it burn?
Have you had similar symptoms in the past?

You can upload picture using upload report option available on the page.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 minutes later)

it's over the knee and it's the first time facing this. Yes it burns and itching often

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (1 minute later)

I couldn't find upload report option sir. if u guide it would be helpful

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (24 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Try antifungals...

Detailed Answer:
Without a picture it's a difficult task to evaluate the problem. However based on your description, I'd suggest using antifungal treatment and see if it helps. Candid B cream over the affected area twice daily for 2 weeks.

If the problem worsens or doesn't get better in two weeks, please visit a doctor

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 minutes later)

thanks a lot sir. will make a try. any tablet u could suggest sir ?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (45 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Antifungal cream...

Detailed Answer:
Apologies for the late reply...

Antifungal medications like Candid B cream can be used for a fungal infection. In the absence of a picture, I'd suggest to try Candid B cream and see if you get better.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (2 hours later)

thanks a lot sir..I tried candid b ointment. itching has reduced considerably sir. Thanks ??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (27 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome

Detailed Answer:
Hope you get well soon!!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (5 days later)

Hi sir the irritation is completely gone and redness also gone. Thanks for your prompt reply sir.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you good health!!

Detailed Answer:
I am glad you are alright now.

If your concern is addressed, kindly close the discussion.

Rgards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar