Effective Treatments for Long-Lasting Tinea on the Forehead
Tinea There is a white patch near the hairline on my forehead, about the size of a one-dollar coin. It is flat, not raised, and does not cause any sensation. It has been there for over 10 years without any changes. However, because it is on my forehead and contrasts significantly...
Dr. Jiang Zheen reply Dermatology
Hello, Xiao Qi: There are many types of conditions that can cause skin to become lighter, including the following: Tinea Versicolor: Also known as pityriasis versicolor, it is a fungal infection where most lesions tend to spread and are accompanied by flaking. Therefore, your s...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Long-Lasting Tinea on the Forehead
Seeking Dermatology Advice: Treatment Options for Facial Indentations
Hello, how can I assist you today? Hello Doctor, I have two small indentations on my face that have been present for about ten years. I have heard that current treatments such as laser therapy or microdermabrasion have good healing effects and require a short recovery time, whi...
Dr. Jiang Zheen reply Dermatology
Hello, if the shallow indentations on your face can be treated with microdermabrasion, it may require 5-6 sessions to see results. For deeper indentations, laser resurfacing is more effective and may only require 1-2 sessions. The cost of laser treatment may be higher, but since ...[Read More] Seeking Dermatology Advice: Treatment Options for Facial Indentations
Understanding Acne: Treatment Options and Concerns for Teens
About acne? I am 17 years old and have developed many acne and small pockmarks on my face (about the size of a grain of rice). I also have enlarged pores, but I rarely get cystic acne. I started experiencing this in the fifth grade. I have seen a dermatologist, who said it is not...
Dr. Jiang Zheen reply Dermatology
Regarding acne treatment, dermatologists have many tools at their disposal, and chemical peels with alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are one of them. AHA peels are a relatively safe treatment option, but they are not a cure-all; the choice of treatment should be based on the specific c...[Read More] Understanding Acne: Treatment Options and Concerns for Teens
Understanding Vascular Tumors: Pulsating Lump on the Palm Explained
Hemangioma There is a mass in the blood vessels of the left palm, with a pulsating diameter of approximately one centimeter.
Dr. Jiang Zheen reply Dermatology
It is likely that the blood vessels may be a spider angioma or a benign hemangioma originating from small arteries. It is best to consult a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Vascular Tumors: Pulsating Lump on the Palm Explained
Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Treatment Options and Management
Neurofibroma Hello Doctor: I am a patient with neurofibromatosis and would like to ask if there is a way to completely cure neurofibromatosis. Thank you!
Dr. Jiang Zheen reply Dermatology
I answered you a few days ago, thank you.[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Treatment Options and Management