Dermatology Q&A - Page 10

Peeling skin gradually after treatment for a fungal infection? Hello, I visited a doctor for treatment of facial acne, and the doctor diagnosed it as a fungal infection. I was prescribed topical ointments and oral medications, including Denosin, Icomein, Ketosone, CHYNDACIN GEL, ...

Seborrheic dermatitis Hello, Doctor: On January 25th, I visited a dermatologist due to redness, itching, and peeling around my nostrils and cheeks. The doctor diagnosed me with seborrheic dermatitis and prescribed oral medication along with a topical cream (Fucidin). After taking...

Nail leukonychia Hello doctor, I would like to ask about the white spots on my toenails. What could this condition be? The white spots vary in size on all my toes except for my big toe and two to three small toes. They have been getting larger over the past month, and this issue ...

Genital issues / Mole removal / Melanoma Hello doctor, last year I discovered a flat, round black mole about 0.4 centimeters in size on my labia. It is quite noticeable and dark, but it hasn't changed in size over the past year, so it seems like a typical mole. I find it str...

Is laser hair removal suitable for skin with multiple moles? Hello Dr. Wu: I have some moles on my torso (mostly concentrated in the abdomen and lower back), and I have previously undergone mole removal surgery for the larger ones, with all biopsy results showing dysplastic nevi....

Skin-colored lesions Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about something I noticed a few days ago while showering. I found a flat, oval-shaped skin-colored bump at the site where my underwear was pressing, approximately 2mm in diameter. Unfortunately, I accidentally picked it off, ...

Seborrheic dermatitis and issues related to retinoids? Hello Doctor: I have issues with acne and pimples, so I visited a dermatologist who prescribed me with clindamycin ointment and a cleanser. Additionally, my nasal wings were very dry, and the doctor prescribed me with ADE oin...

Skin rash and pus? Hello, Doctor. I have circular red rashes of varying sizes on my thigh. The larger rashes have pus in the center and are painful when pressed, while the smaller ones do not have pus. I have seen a doctor who suspects a Staphylococcus aureus infection, but after...

The palms and soles may experience unexplained redness, swelling, and pain? My father previously visited a dermatologist, but he was reluctant to undergo a biopsy when it was suggested. Currently, the dermatologist has not provided a diagnosis for his condition. I kindly ask for ...

I applied the hydrocortisone ointment prescribed by the doctor, and my face has developed redness and an allergic reaction? Due to having sunspots and liver spots on my face, I visited a dermatologist and applied the medication Hydroquinone as prescribed before bed. Today, I noti...

How long should one stop taking oral isotretinoin before undergoing surgery? Hello doctor, how long should I stop taking oral isotretinoin before undergoing surgery, and how long after the surgery can I start taking oral isotretinoin again?

Recurrence of sebaceous cyst? Hello doctor, I have a pilar cyst located between my private area and anus. I have undergone surgery twice in the same area, and now there is a lump about one centimeter in size that keeps becoming inflamed, enlarging, then rupturing, and discharging...

Scalp psoriasis What type of shampoo is suitable for psoriasis?

Are multiple skin symptoms indicative of an immune system disorder? Hello, doctor. Over the past month, I have been experiencing various health issues. Two months ago, I was bitten by mosquitoes, and the wounds have not yet healed. Two weeks ago, I developed two ring-shaped rashe...

Male pattern baldness genetic issue? I noticed that I had male pattern baldness around the age of 20. I would like to ask whether this condition is more influenced by my mother's genes or my father's genes.

White dead skin on the penis? It seems that there is white dead skin on the penis due to a previous tear, which is visible on both the glans and the shaft after the wound has healed. Doctor, is there a way to remove this?

Urticaria at the joints Hello doctor, I have developed hives over the past few days, particularly around my limbs and joints, although there are also sporadic rashes in other areas. I visited a clinic, and the doctor said it was due to changes in the weather and prescribed me med...

Butt acne and skin issues? If you have developed bumps on the buttocks on both sides of the gluteal cleft (without any lesions in the cleft itself) that are itchy, red, and swollen but not painful, it is uncertain whether it is a bacterial or fungal infection. If you decide to go...

Nail melanonychia Hello doctor, my mother recently mentioned that there is a black line on her big toe nail, which has been present for over a year. Today, she visited a dermatology clinic, and the doctor measured the width to be about 0.1 centimeters. Should she go to a larger h...

The contagiousness and survival of viral warts? Hello, doctor. I am an anxiety patient and have searched many articles online but have not found reassuring answers. I have been taking medication under the supervision of my doctor and have improved a lot, but I still have some dou...