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My mother has a painful pimple/acne/boil at the tip of her right nipple. She is not able to bear the pain every time she moves. She has bandaged it after applying ointment similar to soframycin. However, 2 days and she is still struggling. Could it be breast cancer? She already has achieved menopause couple of years back so not possible to be pregn

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Needs to get examined once nearby gynecologist or surgeon ...  Read More

I have got a hard pimple on my nipple what it can be only pimple or something else. What should I do and which doctor I should consult

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See a surgeon or surgical oncologists ...  Read More

She has a pimple on her nipple... Can you please suggest what would be reason behind it and what could be done to get rid of it. Thanks

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment ...  Read More

An In growth hair in the area around the nipple has become a pimple. It is painful. How do I get rid of it. Should I visit a doctor? What can I do at home to remove it and to ensure there is no infection.

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This is called Folliculitis. Please contact me using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment. It will get infected. ...  Read More

I am getting painful pimples on my both cheeks and they are not getting away. Even one big on head.

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Hello ma’am. Please do a video consultation for best treatment ...  Read More

2 day from today i have pimples on nipples its pain and i take antibitoic amoxcyllin tablet any tips pliz help is it normal or need medical condition and i am worried

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We need more detailed information and pictures to proceed further.. Kindly consult online for furthur evaluation...take care ...  Read More

Hello, I am breastfeeding my baby since 18 days now..I still have sore and painful nipples. I am using Nipcare ointment but nothing works out. I would like to know what is the remedy and when will this pain go?

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Continue to breast feed as baby saliva also has healing effects...if excessive pain then can surely nipple shield for few days and pain killer.... ...  Read More

I've been having nipple discharge, more than a year. It's fluid is white in colour sometimes painful to touch and is stiff too. I too had headaches and feels dizzy most of the time.

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Consult a doctor that is all I could advice. Difficult to comment without a review ...  Read More

Iam 24 yrs old , unmarried. Painful nipple discharge from right breast .Now I am having periods. Similar complaint2 years back.Relieved by its own.

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I have pimples on nipples it does not have pores to pop it and it is inside swollen with not pores to pop is it normal and i am taking antibiotics amoxicillin tablet for 5 dys but still it is swollen inside pliz help any tips

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Kindly discuss for your concern ...  Read More

My toddler bit my nipples really hard and it is sore and painful. My nipples are broken and there's some discharge but I'm unsure if it's pus. Is this normal? What remedy helps it heal faster? How long does it take to heal?

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Pl connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

Hello Doctor. I have got a ingrown hair pimple underarm. Its painful as well. Been using Mupirocin ointment but its not helping. Please suggest a medication. Attaching picture for your reference. I have also been taking Aldigesic P for some pain relief. Took pictures from both angles for your kind reference. Regards.

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Need oral medicines Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment options ...  Read More

Pimples on face,,,, Sometime it will turn red ,not itching, not painful... Any cream for this?? ...

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Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting that would be very helpful, also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment ...  Read More

I have a boil on left lower hip, on upper buttock region. It is reddish in color, very painful, tender, and it is becoming bigger. And the pimple has head(opening). I got it before 4 days. Few days ago randomly i got the smaller version on groin region but it disappeared quickly. The one which is present is growing, it is hard to sit stand or slee

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am having pus-filled pimples on my face. They are very painful and I am not able to sleep at night due to the pain. Please suggest me any effective cream or treatment and guide me through the right steps for relief.

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Pictures are needed Further evaluation is required ...  Read More

Having painful pimples on forehead And also oily skin issue and sometimes the pimples comes on cheeks also, but it is also painful

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Looking at your age you most likely have adult onset acne which are generally due to hormonal imbalance. You should consult a dermatologist to better manage this situation and not rely on over the cou ...  Read More

I am facing discomfort in breast and one nipple is sore and painful also experiencing pain in breast

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Hello, I noticed yesterday there is a black pimple on the testecle and it is painful while touching. Can you please provide the solution to get rid of it.

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Do consult a dermatologist online and you will be provided with the best treatment ...  Read More

I have felt a pimple like thing towards the end of vagina and before Anus/hip in the front itself half inside and outside When I tried looking at it through a camera, it looked white headed but I'm not sure what it is, it's painful, stinging. Kindly look and please let me know what can be immediately done and is it scary and what it is

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By ur posted pic,it looks like small heat boil... Take antibiotics and painkiller if it is painful Consult me for prescription ...  Read More

While masterbating, I was rubbing my nipples against a hard metal object and after sometime I realised that I peel off the skin of my left nipple due to hard rubbing and now it's hurting soo much, I can't even touch it it's painful... How long will it take to heal completely?

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I have noticed all of a sudden yesterday that I developed a soft lump in the breast below the dark nipple area. While pressing the lump it is painful. It is soft and little dark . Yesterday night when I was pressing it seemed too big but this morning it appeared better but the pain is there though size has reduced a little. I am not getting my peri

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It is always better to show to gynaecologist or surgeon and may require usg breast to decide the treatment ...  Read More

Hi, I've been experiencing red painful pimples on my cheeks for the last month, increased over the last couple of days. Almost always in the same area of my cheeks but none on forehead and chin. I haven't changed my skincare or diet (healthy and no junk). I use standard dermat-recommended skincare products like Cetaphil. Please advise.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Having a Reddish painful small bump on chest skin from last two days .Is it normal?Please check attached pic.

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Nothing to worry about, specific medication is available for your skin condition. Consult online for proper assessment and detailed prescription. ...  Read More

I have a third/supernumerary nipple below my left breast and it is very small and i think it has forever been there. It has always been little painful and I keep checking for rash and lump but I don't find any, but on certain days its more painful and these are not always the days before, during or after my period also sometimes wearing bra causes

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Hi, Doesn’t look like something to be worried about. Please make sure you are wearing a comfortable well fitting bra. However, It is recommended that any unusual pain, lump or discharge be examined ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I had baby on 4th of Nov via C section, I have flat and inverted nipples. Baby is not able to latch to nipples and breast is hard and painful now. What should I do so that baby can latch and can drink milk?

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You can use nippleshield or get a breast pump. It will help with inverted nipples. Breast is hard and painful because of engorgement. You need to frequent pump the milk and empty the breast. Slowly i ...  Read More

I have painful pimples on my hips. Is this normal?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have a persistent pimple right on my chin. It's painful and red. Any advice?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I have a 10 day old baby and I breastfeed him every 2 hours as he has jaundice. My nipples have now become intolerably painful and I'm unable to breastfeed him. Plz tell me how I can relieve my pain.

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can be mastitis ...  Read More

From two days I have painful pimple on my face. Do you think is it due to hiv infection?...nnnnnnnnn

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There are many reasons for occurrence of pimples. Stress, dietary changes, excess oil production which leads to clogging of pores, hormonal changes , excessive sweating, etc are few reasons which lea ...  Read More

I have a 2 month old daughter and she is exclusive breastfeeder. I am having sore and cracked nipples with intense pain. What can I do to relieve the pain ?

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You'll need further evaluation and treatment.. You can use nipple shield while feeding for temporary relief.. ...  Read More

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