Dr. Hong Zhengsheng reply Dermatology Question - Page 3

Thigh acne Hello, doctor: May I ask if it is possible to develop pimples on the upper thigh? Recently, I have noticed two pimple-like lesions on my upper thigh, each about the size of a five-dollar coin, with some pus inside and appearing red and swollen, resembling acne, which m...

Scar issues after electrocautery? Dear Doctor, I had a mole removed through electrosurgery at a regular beauty salon a week ago. I was worried about accidentally touching it and causing the scab to fall off prematurely, so I used artificial skin for protection. However, this back...

Itchy and red rash on the buttocks..? Hello, doctor! I previously had two bumps on my buttocks that looked like acne. Sometimes they are very itchy, and I accidentally scratch them until they bleed. Now they are getting larger. I wonder if it's due to my habit of wearing tig...

A growth on the neck (in the area covered by hair)? I have a bump on my neck (the area covered by hair) that looks like an acne lesion. When I try to squeeze it, a very foul odor is released, and sometimes it becomes swollen. When I squeeze it, a white substance comes out, which ...

A lump in the groin area? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about a concern I have. I often notice a lump about one centimeter in size near my left groin area (inner thigh) when my menstrual period is approaching or during my period. It becomes red and painful, gradually inc...

Increasing number of warts..? Hello, a long time ago I had a wart on my hand. At that time, I didn't realize it was a contagious virus and thought it was just a common growth, so I ignored it. Recently, I discovered that I have many more warts on my limbs, and after visiting...

Red mole Hello, I have been noticing several small red spots appearing on my body. Are these also a type of mole? Could there be any issues with them? I have had a large black mole on my nipple since childhood, but it seems to have gotten smaller as I age. Should I be particularl...

Hair issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. In mid-August, I had a perm, and to maintain the volume of my hair, I followed a method I found online where I blow-dry my hair and then apply localized heat to the top of my head to create volume. Previously, this method ...

Sebaceous adenoma I have been experiencing sebaceous cysts on my buttocks, and I have undergone surgery several times by a surgeon, but they keep recurring. I am wondering if there are any treatment options available, or if I should see a dermatologist.

Discolored patches appear on the face? Dear Doctor, I would like to inquire about a skin issue concerning my friend's father, who is around 50 years old. He has been reluctant to seek medical attention, so I am seeking help online. For about a year, he has developed strange...

Cauliflower Last week, I discovered a recurrence of genital warts (the area seems quite extensive). I self-treated with "Loderm" and felt very uncomfortable. After seeing a gynecologist, I was told I have a tear (making it difficult to sit still). Now, I experience burn...

Red and resembling acne, numerous in number? Hello, Dr. Hong. I would like to ask about the small red spots that have appeared on my chest, neck, and arms. I have seen several doctors, and they all said it was folliculitis, prescribing me topical and oral medications. However, it...

Could you please provide more details regarding the issues related to mole changes? Hello, Doctor! I have a few questions to ask you. 1. I heard from a physician that removing moles does not prevent melanoma. If a mole undergoes changes, simply removing it may not be effective,...

Suddenly developing a large number of acne lesions..? Hello Dr. Hong: I am someone who has not had much acne since puberty, but recently I have been experiencing many small pimples on my back, buttocks, face, and under my ears. They feel like an allergic reaction and are also itc...

Sunburn issues I got a bit of sunburn on my face and knees because I didn't apply sunscreen when I went to the beach last week. I've heard that sunburn will peel and heal naturally, but while my face has peeled and improved somewhat, my knees haven't peeled at all ...

Can herpes appear on pubic hair? In the past, I had redness and swelling at the base of my pubic hair, accompanied by itching. I applied a regular topical ointment, which led to pus formation and then scabbing. Recently, it recurred, so I went to a nearby dermatology clinic (the ...

Hot springs Doctor, I am currently being treated for athlete's foot and also have dyshidrotic eczema. How long will it take to heal? Is there a chance of recurrence? If I go to a hot spring, will it help treat my athlete's foot and dyshidrotic eczema, or could it worsen...

Dyshidrotic eczema How long does it take for dyshidrotic eczema to heal? Is it possible to completely eliminate it?

There are many small white spots under the tip of the nose? Hello, doctor! I have many small white bumps under the skin on the tip of my nose, which I believe are closed comedones. They are not open, and I usually wait for them to grow larger before making a small hole to squeeze...

Genital issues? Hello, I would like to ask about a situation where my genitalia appears normal when not erect, but when I do have an erection, I notice red spots on the glans. Could you please explain what this condition might be? The red spots are only present on the glans, and ...