Question 1

is it normal for skin to peel while treating paronychia infection in thumb? does it mean it is healing? i'm on bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) . thumb still little redswollen

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Course paronychia: Best to have very close follow up with the treating doctor, daily if indicated.

Question 2

red bumps, fever, swollen lymph nodes?

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Not enough info: Where, when, how long? Submit more information to get a sensible answer. Good luck.

Question 3

red spots around ankles swelling?

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Related to RBCs: Red spots around the ankles when accompanied by swelling is commonly due to the break down of red blood cells trapped in the tissue... Commonly called hemosiderin... When these breakdown products group together they form something called stasis dermatitis...However, little red spots could also be a sign of low platelets, or petechiae...Always best to check with your doctor!

Question 4

ihave swollen ankles, swollencalves swollen thighs and a swollen abdominal arew alon with swollen cheeks?

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Needs Attention: There can be a number of things that may be causing these symptoms.  Some causes could be serious and should be checked out by a physician for further evaluation.

Question 5

red swollen tip of nose is feverish when touched. painful swollen nostril?

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Swelling & erythema: And calor are signs of infection.  Could be several things including but not limited to: insect bite (spider while sleeping), folliculitis, or comedo.  Apply heat and see your pcp if worsens, enlarges or lingers.

Question 6

sore throat  white puss spot on tongue swollen gkands?

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Strep throat?: Sounds like strep throat.  See your physician for a definitive diagnosis.

Question 7

why are my toes swollen, itchy, red, and bruised?

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Tinea Pedis...: Or athletes foot is most likely. Keep the feet dry and out of shoes as much as you can and apply an otc anti fungal for 4 weeks. If it gets worse, see a podiatrist

Question 8

rash feel on vulva red swollen?

Accepted Answer

Please see a doctor: It sounds like you have an infection. Please see a doctor.

Question 9

swollen red spots under the eyes, treatment?

Accepted Answer

Blepharitis-Rosacea?: Careful exam to achieve correct diagnosis ; direct therapy. Swelling ; redness usually symptoms of low grade infection-inflammation. Gentle cleansing with mild soap ; otc polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) ointment can be helpful. Seek care if persists or fails to respond.

Question 10

got itching and swollen red testicles.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Can't tell you what it, but can tell you that you need to see your doctor soon. Don't risk damage to your friends.

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Is it normal for skin to peel while treating paronychia infection in thumb? does it mean it is healing? i'm on bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) . thumb still little redswollen

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Red bumps, fever, swollen lymph nodes?

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Red spots around ankles swelling?

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Ihave swollen ankles, swollencalves swollen thighs and a swollen abdominal arew alon with swollen cheeks?

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Red swollen tip of nose is feverish when touched. painful swollen nostril?

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Sore throat white puss spot on tongue swollen gkands?

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Why are my toes swollen, itchy, red, and bruised?

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Rash feel on vulva red swollen?

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Swollen red spots under the eyes, treatment?

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Got itching and swollen red testicles.

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