Managing Blisters After Cryotherapy for Viral Warts
Management of blisters after cryotherapy? After cryotherapy for viral warts, if a larger blister forms, will it resolve on its own in a few days if not punctured? Can the blister gradually disappear without being punctured? Wishing you peace, health, and happiness, doctor.
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If it is not too large or painful, it is recommended to let it resolve on its own over a few days (approximately 3-7 days, depending on the size).[Read More] Managing Blisters After Cryotherapy for Viral Warts
Understanding Clustered Blisters on Limbs: Causes and Treatments
Multiple clustered vesicles on the extremities? Hello Doctor, The patient is a 33-year-old female with an average build (163 cm, 50 kg) and generally fair health. In mid-June, she noticed a red, small, raised lesion covering half of her buttock. At the end of June, she sought h...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is necessary to consider common eczema, dyshidrotic eczema, or scabies, but a physical examination is required for a definitive diagnosis. As for medication recommendations, it is not possible to suggest them without proper evaluation due to regulatory restrictions.[Read More] Understanding Clustered Blisters on Limbs: Causes and Treatments
Understanding the Use of Fucidin Cream for Skin Infections
Issues with the use of Skin Cleansing Cream? Hello doctor, I originally had athlete's foot, and then the affected area suffered a minor injury which led to a bacterial infection. My doctor prescribed me with Fusidic Acid Cream. I applied it to the surrounding toes as well be...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1. Because the Skin Cleanser Cream is an antibiotic ointment, it should only be applied to the affected area. 2. Athlete's foot or skin allergies can both potentially cause blisters. Thank you![Read More] Understanding the Use of Fucidin Cream for Skin Infections
Managing Skin Allergies: Should You Avoid Swimming?
Skin allergy Hello, I have small, raised bumps on my toes and the sides of my feet that look like blisters. Sometimes the larger ones can be painful. I previously saw a doctor who said it was an allergy and advised me to avoid water as much as possible. Should I avoid swimming in...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Based on your description, I cannot determine what your illness is. If your doctor has advised you to avoid contact with water, it is best to follow their recommendations.[Read More] Managing Skin Allergies: Should You Avoid Swimming?
Care Tips for Managing Burst Blisters After a Burn Injury
After a burn blister has burst, the following care steps should be taken: 1. **Clean the Area**: Gently wash the affected area with mild soap and lukewarm water to remove any dirt or debris. Avoid using harsh soaps or scrubbing the area. 2. **Disinfect** Hello, I would like to ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I'm not quite clear on your description. Is it a depression of 0.3 centimeters? If so, it may form a scar, but whether it will affect joint function needs to be monitored further. Artificial skin may not adhere well to the joint area, but if there is no infection, you could ...[Read More] Care Tips for Managing Burst Blisters After a Burn Injury
Understanding Urticaria: Symptoms, Triggers, and Management Tips
What should I pay attention to in this situation? About a year ago, I suddenly started experiencing itching on my palms and soles for unknown reasons. Shortly after, I began to cough persistently, and then I lost my vision, which returned shortly thereafter. I was taken to the em...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, urticaria is not directly related to nerve compression. Most cases are triggered by allergic reactions to medications or foods, or by exposure to environmental allergens. Based on your description, you experience severe allergic reactions leading to ana...[Read More] Understanding Urticaria: Symptoms, Triggers, and Management Tips
Optimal Timing for Scar Cream Application After Cryotherapy for Keloids
What is the best timing to use scar treatment ointment after cryotherapy for keloids? Hello, Doctor! I have a keloid on my left jaw that is 1.5 cm long, 0.8 cm wide, and 0.2 cm thick, which developed after a knife injury and surgery last year. It looks unsightly and has shown sig...
Dr. Lin Xinpeng Reply:
Hello: Scar removal gels should only be used after the wound has healed, so you must wait until the scab falls off before using them. These gels can help suppress scar inflammation and excessive tissue growth. In addition to cryotherapy, you may also consider appropriate steroid ...[Read More] Optimal Timing for Scar Cream Application After Cryotherapy for Keloids
Understanding Skin Issues: Which Specialist Should You Consult?
What tests should I undergo? Hello Doctor: I am 173 cm tall and weigh 100 kg, which makes me somewhat overweight. Regarding my health, my father has diabetes, and I have Asperger's syndrome with jaundice (I do not have any hepatitis, and I undergo annual check-ups, although ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Of course, you should see a dermatologist. I can't see your image, but I recommend bringing it along to your appointment with the dermatologist.[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: Which Specialist Should You Consult?
Understanding Herpes: Relief with Acyclovir for Skin Irritation
Regarding herpes? Applying Acyclovir has reduced the itching significantly today.
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Please try not to rupture the herpes blisters; allow them to crust and heal. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Herpes: Relief with Acyclovir for Skin Irritation
Is It Cold Sores or Folliculitis? Understanding Your Skin Condition
Herpes labialis or folliculitis? Hello Doctor, at the beginning of October, I experienced some pain at the corner of my mouth (there were no visible abnormalities). I didn't think much of it and applied some ointment. However, after two days, the pain intensified, and it sta...
Dr. Yang Zhiya Reply:
Hello, it's difficult to answer your question without seeing the rash. Thank you![Read More] Is It Cold Sores or Folliculitis? Understanding Your Skin Condition
Understanding Blisters, Keloids, and Eczema: Skin Care Insights
After a blister has burst, the wound may present with a protrusion or keloid, indicating a predisposition to dyshidrotic eczema? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask: Recently, when I wear new shoes, I easily develop blisters on my heels due to friction. Although I usually let them...
Dr. Yang Zhiya Reply:
Hello, regarding your heel issue, it is difficult to make a judgment without seeing the lesion, so I recommend consulting a dermatologist. Hair removal generally does not lead to keloids when the dosage is properly controlled, but I would advise against mole removal. Currently, t...[Read More] Understanding Blisters, Keloids, and Eczema: Skin Care Insights
Understanding Post-Cryotherapy Changes: Is Purple Skin Normal?
Cryotherapy for Warts Last Monday, after undergoing cryotherapy, I developed a blister. The nurse said the blister would absorb on its own. This week, the blister has disappeared, but it has changed from the original white swollen blister to a flat purple area. I would like to kn...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: It is normal for old blisters to have bleeding inside, which can cause them to appear dark purple in color. Thank you. Wishing you peace and happiness.[Read More] Understanding Post-Cryotherapy Changes: Is Purple Skin Normal?
Understanding Mysterious Blisters and Pus in Children: Causes and Care
Blisters appear on the skin without any apparent reason, and then they become infected? The child is currently five years old and often has a small light red spot on the calf that appears inexplicably (similar to a small mosquito bite). After a while, a blister forms on that red ...
Dr. Yang Zhiya Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems you may be experiencing a stronger reaction to a mosquito bite, with blisters appearing in the center of the lesion. However, a definitive diagnosis can only be made by directly examining the lesion. Generally, it is not recommended to r...[Read More] Understanding Mysterious Blisters and Pus in Children: Causes and Care
Understanding Inflammation After Wart Treatment: Causes and Next Steps
Inflammation after applying wart treatment solution for common warts (image) A few days ago, I visited a dermatologist for a common wart that has been present for a long time. I have tried six months of cryotherapy and one laser treatment, but nothing has worked. Just the day bef...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The redness, swelling, and pain are indeed signs of an inflammatory response. Since there is no obvious wound, some individuals may find that the inflammatory reaction gradually subsides after discontinuing the use of the treatment solution for a few days. It is also advis...[Read More] Understanding Inflammation After Wart Treatment: Causes and Next Steps
Post-Cryotherapy Care for Warts: Managing Blisters and Wound Healing
After cryotherapy for a viral wart, the blister has burst, and the area has also come off? Hello Doctor, I have developed viral warts on my hands and feet. I have undergone several cryotherapy sessions since April 30, with the most recent one on June 11. After the cryotherapy, bl...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
1. For wound care, you can use povidone-iodine for disinfection, followed by saline solution for further cleaning, and then apply an antibiotic ointment. Finally, cover the wound with gauze or an adhesive bandage. 2. Using breathable gauze will not hinder wound healing; however...[Read More] Post-Cryotherapy Care for Warts: Managing Blisters and Wound Healing
Could These Symptoms Indicate Shingles? Understanding the Signs
Is it shingles? Hello, a few days ago I experienced a localized "tingling" sensation in my left back. I initially thought it was due to poor sleeping posture. The next day, I noticed that the left side of my scalp was painful to the touch (without any rash). By last nig...
Dr. Yang Zhiya Reply:
Hello, in the early stages without a rash, it is difficult to confirm whether it is shingles. However, I still recommend that you consult an otolaryngologist to check for any other changes or diagnoses in your throat. Thank you![Read More] Could These Symptoms Indicate Shingles? Understanding the Signs
Understanding Skin Bumps: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Acne on the hands, feet, and chest? I have a small blister on my lips, and I also have a similar blister-like lesion on my hands. Additionally, I seem to have small bumps on my chest. I often play basketball and sweat, which may be causing irritation on my chest or feet. Sometime...
Dr. Lin Xinpeng Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you mentioned may not necessarily be related. Blisters on the lips or around the mouth are most likely due to herpes simplex virus infection, which is associated with your immune system. Applying antiviral ointment can lead to improvement within about a week, ...[Read More] Understanding Skin Bumps: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Understanding Scabies: Are There Long-Term Effects and Symptoms?
Does scabies have any long-term effects? Hello: A 1-year-and-4-month-old child has been diagnosed with scabies by a doctor for the past 4 months. The child has been taking sulfur baths daily, applying medication all over the body, soaking clothing in boiling water, and rotating s...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit a medical center to confirm the presence of scabies mites under a microscope. However, sometimes a negative examination does not rule out scabies, as it may depend on the sampled lesions. The mites themselves, their eggs, or their waste can cause...[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Are There Long-Term Effects and Symptoms?
Understanding Warts: Contagion Risks and Treatment Effectiveness
Warts on hands and feet? Is the wart on my left index finger contagious? Can it spread to my scalp while washing my hair? (I have been undergoing cryotherapy.) The wart on my left foot is getting larger; what could be the reason for this? Is it due to ineffective cryotherapy?
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The infectiousness of the virus is not that strong; usually, it only enters through minor skin abrasions or wounds. After cryotherapy, blisters may form under the skin, and once the blisters dry, they will scab and fall off. Sometimes, it may appear that there is no skin i...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Contagion Risks and Treatment Effectiveness
Understanding Shingles: Can You Get It Without Having Chickenpox?
Shingles issues Hello, I recently had shingles. However, I am certain that I have never had chickenpox, as I received the chickenpox vaccine during middle school. Why did I still get shingles?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
First, it is essential to confirm whether the diagnosis of shingles is accurate. If it is confirmed: 1. Shingles is a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, which remains dormant in the body (in the nerve ganglia), so one must have been previously infected with the varicella...[Read More] Understanding Shingles: Can You Get It Without Having Chickenpox?