Chest, Dermatology FAQ

Two lumps appeared on the chest? I'm sorry, but I cannot access external links. However, if you describe the symptoms or characteristics of the rash, I can help provide information on whether it may be related to syphilis or other conditions.

Granules on the chest and abdomen? Hello Dr. Wu, I have been struggling with a persistent skin issue for a long time. I have small, bump-like lesions on my body that resemble sebaceous cysts or comedones, primarily located on my abdomen, chest, and extending to my back (as shown ...

Skin color Hello, doctor. I have noticed that on the lighter areas of my body (the inner sides of my arms and legs, as well as my abdomen and chest), there are very faint red spots (I'm not sure how to describe them accurately). They are much lighter than the lesions seen in...

Skin color Hello, doctor. I have recently noticed that in areas of my body that are generally lighter (the inner sides of my arms and legs, as well as my abdomen and chest), there are very faint reddish spots (I'm not sure how to describe them accurately). They are much ligh...

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...

The skin presents with numerous rashes and acne lesions? Hello Doctor: I was pricked by a safety pin at work, and about two to three weeks later, I developed rashes on my face and body. The rashes then transformed into pimples, and they have been increasing in number. Initially, ...

Atopic dermatitis causes dry, itchy skin, leading to an uncontrollable urge to scratch? Hello, Dr. Li. I had atopic dermatitis as a child, and I experienced runny nose during seasonal changes, but it improved as I grew up. As an adult, I had eczema once about three to four years ...

How many years later do I need to get the shingles vaccine again? Hello Doctor, I had shingles in 2010, which was quite severe (large areas on my left chest, left armpit, and left back). The neuropathic pain has persisted until now. I received the shingles vaccine once in October...

Aloe vera gel The elderly patient experiences itching on the chest, back, and scalp, having consulted multiple doctors (including rheumatology, immunology, hematology, and oncology). They have used various topical medications (such as Atopiclair, Protopic, Pruvit, Cetaphil AD, an...

Itchy skin on the neck? Hello Doctor, over the past year, I have been experiencing recurrent itching in my neck. Unless I scratch it, there is no redness or rash. After scratching, a few very small bumps appear, but they do not turn red; they are just slightly raised. Occasionall...

Am I experiencing heat rash or chickenpox? Our school has started experiencing an outbreak of chickenpox (the vaccine protection is wearing off at our age). Recently, I have developed red rashes, small bumps distributed on the upper arms, chest, abdomen, and throughout my back. T...

Is the phenomenon of urticaria normal? Hello Dr. Wu, Last Saturday night, I suddenly developed a rash. Initially, I thought it was an allergy and applied some medication on my own. However, by early Sunday morning, I noticed that the rash had increased significantly, so I went t...

In the summer, a patch of acne suddenly appeared on my shoulders and chest? Recently, on July 15th, I suddenly developed a patch of pimples on my right shoulder (there are also some on the upper part of my arm, estimated to be over 100). Below the clavicle, there are 2-3 on the l...

Keloid wax hair removal When I was a child, I had acne on my chest, which later developed into multiple keloids. Currently, I manage them with regular injections, but I haven't experienced keloids in other areas. Recently, with the hot weather, I want to get full arm and leg...

Frequent facial flushing? Hello Dr. Li, recently my face often becomes flushed, usually concentrated in the T-zone, on both sides of my cheeks, around my eyes, and sometimes extending to the area around my ears and wrists. It doesn't itch, but it feels red and stinging, and ...

Skin prickling? Hello Doctor, recently I've been experiencing a slight stabbing pain in the skin just below my left chest (the area slightly below the ribs). Previously, I had a bump that resembled a pimple, and since I had a similar issue in my armpit, I consulted a doctor ...

Side effects of Lopinavir? Hello, I have been using a 5% topical minoxidil for women for about a week now. During this time, I often experience palpitations and insomnia. For example, after applying minoxidil in the afternoon, I find it difficult to sleep due to palpitations and ...

Recurrent folliculitis Hello Doctor: I have been struggling with folliculitis for the past six months, and it has been almost continuous during this period (previously, I usually only experienced it in the summer). Upon reflection, this situation began after I received my third v...

Chest protrusion Hello, doctor. Two months ago, I noticed a raised area on the left side of my chest near the center. A week ago, I thought it seemed to have gotten larger (not sure if it's just my perception), so I went to see a dermatologist. The doctor said it was subcuta...

Nodule near the navel? Hello doctor, may I ask what could be the small, pimple-like bumps next to the navel that seem somewhat different? They are slightly red; could this be folliculitis? Also, if there is an excessive amount of fine hair on the abdomen and chest, is there a ris...