Blisters, Dermatology FAQ

After three days of using antiviral medication for shingles, there are still blisters present? Hello, I have shingles and had not developed blisters when I visited the dermatologist. The doctor prescribed antiviral medication for three days. The day after my appointment, I develo...

Side effects of wart removal ointment include erythema, erosion, skin breakdown, and blisters? Hello Dr. Wu: The use of the wart treatment cream has been discontinued for 10 days, but the side effects (skin erythema, erosion, broken skin, blisters) have not completely resolved! I...

Allergies or insect bites Hello doctor, I often wake up at night due to itching, which has been ongoing for several months. At first, I thought it was mosquito bites, as the lesions are quite separated, about 1 cm in size, and are itchy. Sometimes they appear as hives, and other ...

Elderly individuals with red blisters on their skin? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about the issue of red blisters appearing on the skin of an elderly person who has been bedridden for a long time. Recently, some red blisters have appeared on the inner side of their arm. ...

Molluscum contagiosum I would like to ask, after seeing the doctor, the doctor confirmed that I have molluscum contagiosum. After cryotherapy, I was prescribed a topical medication called imiquimod. Should I apply this cream immediately after returning home? And for how many days...

Shingles Hello, Doctor: I noticed blisters on my back on May 19, and then on May 21, I discovered that blisters had also appeared on my chest. I visited a doctor that day and was diagnosed with "herpes zoster" (shingles). I was prescribed medication for seven days (Virl...

Shingles My back was very itchy, and after scratching, it became red and swollen. Later, the swelling subsided, but a small cluster of blisters appeared. After a doctor's diagnosis, it was identified as shingles. I took antiviral medication for 5 days, but the doctor did not...

Treatment for athlete's foot? Hello doctor, I have been dealing with athlete's foot for a long time. I easily get blisters when wearing shoes, and the skin around my toenails often peels and becomes irritated. If I scratch it, it breaks. Recently, I started using an ant...

Itchy heels? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing occasional itching in my left heel that feels similar to the itchiness of dyshidrotic eczema, but there is no broken skin, peeling, or blisters. What could be the issue? Could it be due to tight or non-breathable sho...

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...

Herpes issues? Hello, six months ago I had an outbreak of herpes simplex virus (cold sores), and this time when I noticed redness and slight swelling on my lips along with some unclear blisters, I immediately consulted a dermatologist. After examination, the doctor diagnosed it a...

Toe wound issues? Hello, Doctor: I am a diabetes patient, and I have been troubled by a question lately: should I see a doctor? (I have been on long-term medication and regular check-ups.) My job requires me to be on my feet all day, so it's normal for me to develop blisters...

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...

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 ...

Tattoo removal blister Hello Dr. Wu, thank you for your response. I would like to ask if it is possible to apply a bandage over a blister after tattoo removal, and then apply a second skin? The doctor mentioned that just applying the second skin would be sufficient, but I am conc...

Issues with wound healing from insect bites? Hello: I tend to have a significant swelling and blisters when bitten by mosquitoes. Recently, the blister burst and the swelling went down, but the wound has not been healing and continues to ooze. Although it forms a scab, it starts ...

Tattoo blister removal Hello Dr. Wu, I developed a blister while removing my tattoo, and I accidentally tore it while changing the artificial skin. The wound is a bit large, and I am currently covering it with gauze and applying ointment. Are there any other precautions I should ...

Vaccine side effects issues? Hello, I received the second dose of the HPV vaccine last Saturday night (I only experienced shoulder soreness after the first dose, with no other symptoms). Starting Monday, I began to feel dizzy and have palpitations, and then blisters and rashes ap...

Hello, Dr. Wu. Recently, during the Mid-Autumn Festival barbecue, I got splattered with oil? It's not a very large wound, located on the back of my hand, approximately 0.3 to 0.5 mm in size. At the time, I was sprayed and rinsed it with cold water for about 10 minutes. Short...

Blister on the dorsum of the foot? Hello doctor, I recently discovered that my family member has multiple blisters on the right foot, including the dorsum and sole. There are two very large blisters on the dorsum that have burst and turned bright red, and new blisters are continu...