Cryotherapy, Dermatology FAQ

Viral warts issue Hello, doctor. I have developed a viral wart on my left pinky finger and my right middle finger. I consulted a dermatologist who confirmed that they are indeed viral warts. They prescribed a topical wart treatment for me to apply daily. However, I lack the disci...

After the treatment of viral warts, there may be a hard lump in the surrounding skin? Hello Doctor: A few months ago, I had a small pimple on the back of my hand that was persistent and somewhat inflamed. I eventually went to a dermatologist who diagnosed it as a viral infection,...

Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum Doctor, I would like to ask you about my condition. Previously, I was diagnosed with molluscum contagiosum and received cryotherapy, and I was also prescribed imiquimod to apply. After about three weeks, my molluscum lesions started to become ra...

Questions about flat warts? Hello Dr. Wu, I have some flat warts distributed on the dorsal side of my forearms and hands. I would like to ask you the following questions: Q1. I found online that flat warts may have the possibility of natural resolution. Is this statement corr...

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...

Cryotherapy for Molluscum Contagiosum Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask about the situation after cryotherapy. The day after the treatment, I noticed that the scabbed area turned black, but it is located between the two warts rather than directly on the wart itself. Is this norm...

Plantar warts? Hello, Doctor. Last week, I underwent cryotherapy for plantar warts at the clinic. For the first three days, I applied the ointment prescribed by the doctor, and for the following days, I applied the wart treatment solution on the lesion before bed. After taking a ...

Treatment and Medication for Cauliflower (Genital Warts) Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask a question. Recently, I discovered something resembling a flesh-like growth near my anus while taking a shower. After a few months, I decided to seek medical attention. During my first vis...

Viral warts shedding? I have a viral wart on the sole of my foot and have been receiving cryotherapy at the hospital for over a month. After treatment, a callus formed, which became more prominent over time. Eventually, the callus fell off completely, leaving a hole that has some...

Ingrown toenail of the second toe on the left foot? Hello Doctor, on November 6th, while trimming my nails, I accidentally cut too deep, causing the skin on the right side of my thumb nail to be slightly exposed. Later, I began to feel pain, and by November 8th, I noticed that th...

Cryotherapy for warts I recently underwent cryotherapy and am now on my second session, but I've noticed hair loss. Is this normal? How long will the hair loss last? I'm really worried.

Is it appropriate to undergo other surgeries if you have viral warts on your hands? I am currently undergoing cryotherapy for a viral wart on my hand, but I also have hypertrophic scars on the same hand that need laser treatment. Should I wait until the viral wart is healed befor...

Regarding the removal of flat warts? Dear Dr. Wu, I have some flat warts distributed on both my forearms and the backs of my hands, approximately 10 in total. The largest one is about 0.3 cm, while the others are smaller than 0.3 cm. They are not painful or itchy. I have researc...

How long does it take for normal warts to heal after cryotherapy? I have been undergoing cryotherapy for almost three years without interruption. For the first two years, I went for treatment every two weeks, and the procedures were quite deep and painful. Not only did I not see ...

Treatment options for warts on the upper eyelid that are close to the eye? Hello Dr. Li, I have a wart on my upper eyelid that is about 0.2 cm in size (as confirmed by a dermatologist). Since it is very close to my eye, I sometimes feel discomfort as if I am frequently touching m...

Status of plantar warts recovery Hello Doctor: After undergoing cryotherapy, my doctor mentioned at the end of this year's winter break that my plantar warts have been treated sufficiently, and I can monitor them myself without needing weekly follow-ups. After a semester, th...

Can this be cured, or is it a lifelong condition? Initially, in early July, I noticed two areas of discoloration on my foreskin. One area was lighter in color, and the other would become discolored each time I pulled back the foreskin while urinating. The areas that were pulled b...

Plantar wart recovery status? Hello Doctor: After undergoing cryotherapy, my physician mentioned towards the end of this year's winter break that my plantar warts have been treated sufficiently, and I could monitor them myself without needing weekly follow-ups. After a semes...

Use cryotherapy spray to treat viral warts? Hello, doctor. As far as I know, cryotherapy is a treatment that uses liquid nitrogen to freeze and destroy infected skin. Can I use the freezing spray designed to kill cockroaches to spray on viral warts? If it can kill cockroaches, it...

Areola hyperpigmentation Dear Dr. Wu, I previously consulted you regarding some concerns I have. I have 2 to 3 dark spots on my left areola, each approximately 0.3 cm or smaller, oval in shape, and generally brownish-black in color. They are slightly raised above the surface of ...