Chickenpox, Dermatology FAQ

Can You Contract HSV Type II from a Partner with HSV Type I?

Type 2 herpes simplex virus (HSV-2) Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if I engage in sexual activity with someone who has herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) but does not have herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), is it possible for me to contract HSV-2? Additionally, is dyshidrot...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. No. 2. Dyshidrotic eczema is not an infectious disease; chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Effective Solutions for Acne Scars: Treatment Options and Costs

How to address acne scars? I previously had chickenpox and now there's a pockmark on my face. How can I remove it, what is the cost, and can a minor undergo this treatment?

Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The treatment methods for pockmarks left by chickenpox are similar to those for acne scars. You can refer to the articles on acne scar treatments available on dermatology expert health websites. Different treatment options and costs may vary between hospitals and clinics. ...

Understanding Shingles: Transmission Risks and Precautions

Herpes Zoster Hello, the doctor recently confirmed that I have shingles. I currently live with a roommate who has never had chickenpox but has previously received the chickenpox vaccine. Am I able to transmit the virus to him, and what precautions should I take? Thank you.

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
To check when the vaccination was administered, as its efficacy may gradually decrease. If there are concerns, it is recommended to self-isolate.

Understanding Shingles Transmission: Prevention and Family Safety Tips

Shingles can be transmitted? I have been diagnosed with shingles (currently under medical care). My family members who have been taking care of me for 3 to 4 days are experiencing a dull, tingling pain in their lower back. Should they take any preventive measures, or could they a...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If shingles is transmitted to someone without immunity, that person will develop chickenpox, not shingles. Avoid contact and isolate.

Understanding Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia: Key Insights and Recovery Tips

Shingles and postherpetic neuralgia? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you some questions. I developed shingles last December, initially mistaking it for back pain and acne. It wasn't until three weeks later that I realized something was wrong and went to see a dermatologis...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. The time interval has no specific correlation. 2. All cases are similar. 3. Generally, recovery occurs within 1-2 weeks, although a minority may develop chronic neuropathic pain, which can persist for several months to years. 4. The itching of the wound typically resolves with...

Shingles in Adults: Safety Tips for Contact with Young Children

Shingles Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if an adult with shingles (located on the lower back and buttocks) should avoid contact with young children (one year old and six months old). Should the clothing of a shingles patient be washed separately, even from other adults' ...

Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the introduction of shingles, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=30. Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, which can be transmitted to others, lea...

Understanding Shingles: Transmission, Care, and Precautions

The body has developed shingles? Recently, a family member developed shingles (herpes zoster) on their lower back. They have seen a doctor, but forgot to ask if it's safe to wash clothes together with theirs. Is the transmission route solely through direct contact? Could I g...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is safe to bathe together. If a family member has had chickenpox or has recently received the chickenpox vaccine, there is no need for concern. However, pregnant women who have not had chickenpox or newborns who have received the chickenpox vaccine should exercise caution.

Persistent Red Scars After Laser Resurfacing: Solutions and Insights

Red scars that do not fade after laser resurfacing? I went to a dermatologist for laser resurfacing to treat chickenpox scars that have been present for over 10 years. However, after a year post-laser treatment, the red laser scars have not faded. The treatment area is next to th...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without seeing the actual situation, I cannot provide advice. You should consult the physician who performed your laser treatment.

Understanding Chickenpox Immunity and Risks of Shingles After Infection

About Chickenpox (2) Hello Dr. Wu: Thank you for your previous response. Regarding chickenpox, you mentioned that it is a matter of probability; the more exposure and the longer the duration, the greater the risk. However, I would like to ask further, as I inquired with my family...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Once a person has had chickenpox, they have lifelong immunity. 2. Shingles occurs when an individual's immune system is weakened, leading to the reactivation of the latent virus, and is not related to exposure to the virus.

Understanding Chickenpox: Risks of Infection and Prevention Tips

About Chickenpox Hello Dr. Wu: Today, when I was at a convenience store, I noticed a child nearby (around 10 years old) who had numerous noticeable pockmarked scars on his hands and feet, which seemed to be from chickenpox. I was about five steps away from him. I did some online ...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is possible; infection is a matter of probability. The greater the amount of exposure and the longer the duration, the higher the likelihood of infection.

Can You Get Shingles Vaccine If You're Unsure About Chickenpox?

Shingles vaccine Hello, doctor: I previously read online that if someone has had chickenpox, it is best to receive the shingles vaccine. However, if I don't remember having chickenpox, can I still get vaccinated? Could getting the vaccine cause harm?

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
No, the Ministry of Health and Welfare recommends vaccination only for those aged 50 and above.

Can Someone Who Never Had Chickenpox Care for Shingles Patients?

Shingles Is it safe for someone who has never had chickenpox to care for a patient with shingles? Is there a risk of infection? Thank you!

Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: After a varicella virus infection, it remains dormant in the body. When immunity decreases, the varicella virus can reactivate and cause shingles. Therefore, it is not recommended for individuals who have never had chickenpox to care for patients with shingles, as they may...

Dealing with Acne Scars: Solutions for Post-Chickenpox Skin

I have acne on my body! Hello, doctor. I had chickenpox when I was in sixth grade, and now I'm in the second year of junior high, but I still have some scars left on my body. What should I do about this?

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Chickenpox scars are typically atrophic scars. Treatments such as carbon dioxide laser, erbium:YAG laser resurfacing, or fractional laser can be utilized, but they do not guarantee complete removal; they can only provide varying degrees of improvement.

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...

Understanding Chickenpox and Its Connection to Herpes Zoster

Chickenpox issues After recovering from chickenpox, if my immune system is low, am I more likely to develop herpes zoster (shingles)? Since my mother recently had herpes zoster (the varicella-zoster virus), did I catch chickenpox from her? Is herpes zoster (the varicella-zoster v...

Dr. Yang Zhiya Reply:
1. After recovering from chickenpox, when immunity decreases, it may reactivate from the nerves, resulting in shingles. 2. Shingles and chickenpox are caused by the same virus. Individuals who have never had chickenpox can become infected with chickenpox if they come into contact...

Understanding Shingles: Transmission Risks and Family Concerns

Disease (Forwarded from the Director's mailbox) Hello, I would like to ask a question, but I'm not sure where to find your public service mailbox, so I'm coming to you directly. A family member has developed shingles—herpes zoster. I have researched a lot of inform...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: The contagiousness of shingles is very low because its transmission occurs when a person who has never had chickenpox directly touches the fluid from the shingles blisters and then touches their own mouth or nose. If Family Member A has shingles and Family Member B develop...

Managing Inflammation and Scarring After Chickenpox on the Face

Inflammation of chickenpox on the face? At the end of July, I had a severe case of chickenpox for the first time. Recently, the scars on my body have gradually fallen off, but the scabs on my face were accidentally removed when I cleaned my face with cotton balls soaked in saline...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: Please go to a dermatology outpatient clinic (not the emergency room) as soon as possible for a more accurate assessment. You can choose either a hospital or a clinic. Wishing you the best.

Effective Treatments and Prevention for Eyelid Herpes Outbreaks

Herpes around the eyelids? Hello, I previously had an outbreak and visited a dermatology department at a major hospital, where it was confirmed to be herpes. The doctor prescribed an expensive medication, which worked immediately, and I was completely healed in about a week. Rece...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Generally, herpes is not likely to recur in the short term unless there is a decline in immune function. If blisters appear again in the same area and the symptoms are similar, the possibility of herpes recurrence should be considered. We often compare herpes to a "co...

Understanding Cold Symptoms: When to Worry About Rashes and Contagion

The virus causing the common cold leads to various symptoms? Dr. Tsai: My younger brother is in the sixth grade. Yesterday, after school, he came home and said he might have a cold, with symptoms of a sore throat and a slight fever! Last night, when he was sleeping, we noticed th...

Dr. Cai Changlin Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described in your letter could be attributed to a variety of conditions, and it is not possible to make a diagnosis based solely on text. However, it is essential to rule out chickenpox, as it is contagious and pregnant women should avoid close contact. I ...

Effective Remedies for Chickenpox Scars and Healing Tips

Chickenpox (Varicella) Hello~ I had chickenpox at the beginning of March, and about a week later, the lesions scabbed over. However, some of the larger ones are still scabbing. Recently, the color of the other chickenpox scars has been getting darker, almost black, and some of th...

Dr. Jiang Yujiao Reply:
Dear A-mei: The areas where the chickenpox scabs have not yet fallen off are generally more prone to leaving indented scars, as the varicella virus penetrates deeper into the skin. You can apply a scar repair ointment immediately, and later, laser resurfacing can also be used to ...

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