Dermatology Q&A - Page 13

Steroid side effects Hello doctor, may I ask if taking oral prednisolone 5 mg, two tablets a day for a total of five days, will cause steroid withdrawal symptoms or other side effects?

Is Spironolactone helpful for male pattern baldness? Hello Doctor, I have "central serous chorioretinopathy" and I am currently taking Spironolactone. Unfortunately, I was recently diagnosed with male pattern baldness. Typically, treatments for male pattern baldness inv...

Mole Removal Report Inquiry Hello, Doctor: Recently, I had a mole removed from the back of my right hand, and a chromosomal examination was performed. During my follow-up visit, the doctor only mentioned that everything was fine, but I saw in my health report the finding: "T...

Vascular tumor issues? Doctor, last month I discovered a red mole on the outer side of my foreskin. Normally, it is a darker red color, but it turns bright red when it is rubbed or stimulated. I visited a clinic, and the doctor said it is a hemangioma. Can you tell me if the colo...

Duration and frequency of use for hair growth lotion? 1. After confirmation by a physician, the hair loss was diagnosed as androgenetic alopecia. I have been using Minoxidil 2% out of pocket for over two months, and there has been gradual improvement. I would like to ask if, afte...

Separation of the thumbnail? Hello, part of my thumb nail is detached (the left half). Can I go surfing like this, or how much should it grow back before I can expose it to seawater?

Bruising caused by heavy objects? Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask about an incident where I accidentally dropped a heavy object on my foot, causing bruising on the skin behind my toenail. I have the following questions: 1. If I do not address the bruise, will it heal on its ow...

Is there a misdiagnosis of lupus erythematosus? Recently, I went to the hospital for urine and blood tests. The doctor indicated that the urine protein levels were elevated. After the first blood test, the doctor suspected systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and recommended furthe...

Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) Five years ago, I had genital warts on my penis, and after undergoing electrosurgery, I returned for a follow-up six months later with no recurrence. It has not reappeared since. Is there still a possibility of recurrence? I read information fr...

Diabetic wounds take a long time to heal? Doctor, I have diabetes, and my fingers and feet originally had blisters that have burst and turned into larger ulcers. I have been applying artificial skin and changing it diligently every day, but it hasn't healed. One day, I came ...

Gentamicin cream medication issues? Hello, I have developed a pimple inside my left ear that hurts when pressed. After a consultation, the doctor prescribed Gentamicin cream, stating that it can also be applied to pimples on my chin (as I usually have a tendency for persistent ch...

Ear piercing infection? Hello, doctor. Two months ago, I got my ears pierced at the cartilage area, using medical-grade stainless steel earrings. I clean it daily with saline solution. There has been slight swelling and discharge, and recently, the front of the piercing has been ...

Oral isotretinoin / Medical consultation, issues with the consultation process? Hello, doctor. Last week, I visited a dermatologist for my acne issue. Before the consultation, the clinic provided a simple questionnaire with the following content: Any chronic diseases: None; Sever...

Eczema or folliculitis? During my university years in Yilan, I remember that I started developing some red, raised lesions on my thighs, buttocks, and arms, which would leave scars. As someone who really cares about my appearance and loves to dress up, I became very self-consciou...

Can angular cheilitis be treated with an oral ointment? Cracking at the corners of the mouth seems to be angular cheilitis. Can I use [Shu Kou Yan] oral ointment? Is the yellowish fluid resembling tissue fluid a sign of infection?

Ear piercing infection? Hello, doctor. I got my ear pierced on the cartilage two months ago, using medical-grade stainless steel earrings. I clean it daily with saline solution. There has been slight swelling and discharge, and recently, the front of the piercing has been a bit i...

Eczema or folliculitis? During my university years in Yilan, I remember that I started to develop some red, raised spots on my thighs, buttocks, and arms, which would leave scars. As someone who really loves to look good and dress up, I became very self-conscious about it. Later,...

Treatment and Medication for Cauliflower (Genital Warts) Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask a question. Recently, I discovered something resembling a flesh-like growth near my anus while taking a shower. After a few months, I decided to seek medical attention. During my first vis...

Viral warts shedding? I have a viral wart on the sole of my foot and have been receiving cryotherapy at the hospital for over a month. After treatment, a callus formed, which became more prominent over time. Eventually, the callus fell off completely, leaving a hole that has some...

Seborrheic dermatitis with scaling and erythema? I am 16 years old and currently in the second year of high school. After a short period in my first year, I began to experience mild flaking and redness on my skin. At that time, I started to control my diet, gradually losing weigh...