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Hormonal acne, hair fall, pigmentation and skin changes worth checking.
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Hormonal acne, hair fall, pigmentation and skin changes worth checking.
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- Periods varradhukku munnadi chin la big painful pimples varudhu, ulla deep ah irukku, squeeze panna mudiyala. Idhuku enna pannalam? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Deep, painful bumps on the chin and jawline that flare before periods are a common pattern of hormonal acne. In the days before a period, hormone changes can make oil glands more active and the skin around pores more inflamed. When the blockage sits deep, it forms a tender lump… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My hands are always dry, cracked and itchy, especially after washing utensils and clothes. Creams give only temporary relief. What can help? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Dry, cracked and itchy hands in someone who does a lot of washing are very commonly due to hand eczema, often called irritant contact dermatitis. Detergents, dishwashing soaps, frequent water exposure and friction strip away the skin's natural oils and protective barrier. Once… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Bachpan se eczema tha, ab 30 ki umar mein phir se ghutne ke peeche aur gardan pe khujli wale rough patches aa gaye. Ye wapas kyun aaya? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Atopic eczema often starts in childhood, improves for years and then returns in adulthood. The tendency to sensitive, dry skin with a weak barrier stays, and certain triggers can bring it back. In adults it commonly affects the backs of knees, inner elbows, neck, hands and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- dandruff not going even after changing shampoo many times itchy scalp Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Persistent flaking with an itchy scalp is very common, and it often does not settle with ordinary or frequently changed shampoos. Most dandruff is linked to seborrhoeic dermatitis, a tendency of the scalp to react to a yeast that normally lives on skin. Medicated anti-dandruff… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Whenever my dandruff is bad I also get small pimples on forehead and back. Are they connected? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person They can be connected. Dandruff is often linked to seborrhoeic dermatitis, which affects oily areas of the body where a skin yeast normally lives. The same yeast can cause small, itchy, uniform bumps on the forehead, chest and back, a condition called pityrosporum or malassezia… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I took a painkiller for headache and within an hour I got itchy red rashes all over. Is it an allergy to the tablet? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It may be. Some painkillers, particularly a group called NSAIDs, are a known trigger for hives in some people. Hives appear as itchy, raised red or pale welts that can come and go and move around the body. A reaction within an hour of taking a medicine suggests the medicine… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Veetla ellarukkum itching padar thamarai maadhiri irukku, oruthar sari aana innoruthar ku varudhu. Eppadi stop panradhu? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person When several people in one home have itchy, ring-shaped rashes, it is often a fungal skin infection spreading within the family. Fungus spreads through shared towels, bedsheets, clothes, combs and close contact, and it thrives in heat and humidity. If only one person is treated… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My hair parting is becoming wider and I can see my scalp under lights. Hair fall is not much, it is just thinning. What could it be? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person A widening parting with scalp more visible on top, without much hair coming out in the comb, is a typical pattern of female pattern hair loss. In this condition, hair follicles on the top of the head gradually produce thinner, shorter hairs over time. It often runs in families… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Along with darkening on my neck I have many small skin tags. Are these two related to anything? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person They often go together. Skin tags are small, soft, harmless skin growths that commonly appear on the neck, underarms, eyelids and under the breasts. Darkened, velvety skin on the neck is often acanthosis nigricans. Both are more common in people with insulin resistance, being… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Wide purple stretch marks are coming on my stomach and arms, I'm not pregnant and my weight increased only a little. Should I be worried? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Stretch marks commonly appear with rapid weight gain, growth spurts or pregnancy, and they are usually harmless. But wide, dark purple stretch marks that appear without pregnancy or major weight gain, especially on the stomach, arms or thighs, should be checked by a doctor. One… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Aankhon ke neeche dark circles itne gehre ho gaye hain ki log poochte hain tabiyat theek hai kya. Iska koi ilaaj hai? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Dark circles are very common, especially in Indian skin, and they have several possible causes. In many people they are partly genetic, with more pigment naturally present around the eyes. Thin skin can make underlying blood vessels look bluish or purple. Hollowness under the… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My nails have become brittle, they split and some are spoon-shaped, curving upwards. Is it a sign of some deficiency? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Brittle, splitting nails are very common and are often caused by frequent water and detergent exposure, which dries the nail plate. But spoon-shaped nails, where the nail becomes thin and curves upward like a spoon, called koilonychia, can be a sign of iron deficiency. This is… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I bought an imported skin whitening cream online with no ingredient list. Someone said such creams can contain mercury. How do I know? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is wise to be cautious. Some skin-lightening creams, especially imported or unlabelled ones sold online or in local markets, have been found to contain mercury. Mercury reduces pigment, but it can be absorbed through the skin and harm the kidneys and nervous system, and cause… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Is laser hair removal safe for brown Indian skin? I'm tired of waxing my upper lip and chin. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Laser hair removal can be used on brown skin, but the type of laser and the settings matter a lot. Lasers target pigment in the hair. In darker skin, the surrounding skin also has more pigment, so the wrong laser or settings can cause burns, blisters, or dark or light patches… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Pimples have reduced but they left dark brown spots all over my cheeks. Will these marks fade by themselves? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The dark spots that stay after pimples heal are usually post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. They are not true scars. Inflammation from the pimple triggers extra pigment in the skin, and in brown Indian skin this pigment response is especially strong. The good news is that these… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My mother started a new BP tablet some weeks ago and today her lips and tongue are swollen. No rash. Is it from the tablet? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It may be, and this needs urgent attention. Some blood pressure medicines, particularly a group called ACE inhibitors, can cause swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat, known as angioedema. It can happen weeks, months or even years after starting the medicine, and often… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- A clinic near my house claims they can permanently remove psoriasis with herbal treatment for a big package fee. Is that possible? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Be cautious. Psoriasis is a long-term immune condition, and there is currently no treatment that removes it permanently. Many people have long periods with clear or nearly clear skin with proper treatment, and psoriasis can also go quiet on its own for a while, which can make… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My lips and eyes suddenly swelled up after eating prawns at a function and my throat feels tight. What should I do? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department now. Sudden swelling of the lips and eyes with a tight throat after eating a food such as prawns can be a severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis. It can affect breathing and blood pressure and can get worse quickly… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Every summer I get a red itchy rash under my breasts that smells. What causes it and how to stop it coming back? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person A red, itchy, sometimes smelly rash under the breasts in hot weather is very common. It usually starts as intertrigo, which is irritation from skin rubbing against skin in a warm, moist area. Sweat and friction break down the skin, and yeast or fungus can then grow, causing more… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- If I wear sunscreen every day, will I become vitamin D deficient? Already my vitamin D is low. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Sunscreen in everyday real-life use is unlikely to be the main reason for low vitamin D. In practice, most people do not apply enough sunscreen to block all the UVB light that the skin uses to make vitamin D, and studies have not shown that regular sunscreen use causes vitamin D… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Do brown-skinned Indian women really need sunscreen? My mother says our skin is naturally protected. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Your mother is partly right: darker skin has more melanin, which gives some natural protection against sunburn and lowers the risk of skin cancer compared with very fair skin. But it does not protect fully. Indian skin is particularly prone to sun-related pigmentation, such as… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Since some weeks I get itchy raised red rashes on body that come and go within hours, mostly at night. No new food also. What is this? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Itchy, raised, red or pale swellings that appear and fade within hours, moving around the body, are typical of hives, also called urticaria. They happen when certain cells in the skin release histamine and other substances, which leak fluid into the skin. Many people expect a… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Madhumakhi ne kaata aur ab poora chehra soojh raha hai, saans lene mein thodi dikkat ho rahi hai. Ghar pe kuch kar sakte hain? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Facial swelling with difficulty breathing after a bee sting can be a severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis, which can quickly affect the airway and blood pressure. This is not something to manage at… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- After colouring my hair with a black dye my scalp, forehead and eyes swelled and itched badly. Was it the dye? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is very likely. Many permanent black hair dyes, and some 'black henna' products, contain a chemical called PPD (para-phenylenediamine), which is one of the most common causes of allergic reactions to hair dye. Reactions often appear a day or two after dyeing and can cause… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
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