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Understanding the Effectiveness of Cryotherapy for Genital Warts

Confusion Regarding Cryotherapy for Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) Hello Dr. Wu, I have a cauliflower-like growth near my anus that has been present for 5 weeks. I have undergone cryotherapy 4 times, with one week skipped, but there hasn't been much change in the growth...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The number of cryotherapy sessions required depends on the size and number of lesions. There is no need to change the treatment method.

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Affordable Alternatives to Treating Warts Beyond Aldara

Medications for viral warts? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if there are any effective and more affordable wart treatment creams or solutions besides Aldara. I have recently started purchasing Aldara, but I cannot continuously afford its high cost. I have been undergoing cryo...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
You may consider using a wart treatment solution, but it is recommended to have a physician evaluate it first.

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Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment and Care Tips

Viral warts issue A viral wart has appeared on my left cheek; it is dark and very hard. I have already undergone one cryotherapy session. How many sessions will it typically take for it to fall off? Can I apply breathable tape on it? Would applying salicylic acid help it to fall ...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
To assess the size, there is no need to apply tape, and salicylic acid is not recommended for the face.

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Managing Toenail Fungus and Corns: Pain Relief and Treatment Options

Corn. Nail fungus? 1. Is it necessary to treat nail fungus if it is not painful or itchy? I've heard that the nails need to be thinned before applying medication. Is this condition also caused by pressure from tight shoes? 2. The cryotherapy for corns is extremely painful;...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1. For information regarding onychomycosis (fungal nail infection), you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=1102. For differential diagnosis of plantar warts and treatment methods using wart so...

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Is My Plantar Wart Fully Healed After Scab Falls Off?

After the scab of the wart falls off, the surface..? Hello Doctor: My plantar wart has finally fallen off after multiple cryotherapy sessions. It appears that the surface pattern has grown back when examined under strong light, but there are still some slight red spots on the sur...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Medical regulations state that "a physician must personally examine a patient before administering treatment or prescribing medication," and therefore, online diagnosis is not permissible. If there are any concerns, you should discuss them with your primary physician.

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Managing Cauliflower Warts: Treatment Options and Post-Care Concerns

Cauliflower treatment and related questions about using the restroom? Hello doctor, recently due to an irregular lifestyle, I noticed that there seems to be a cauliflower-like growth around my anus. I originally planned to undergo electrocautery at the hospital, but due to schedu...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Cryotherapy and electrocautery are both effective. Cryotherapy requires multiple sessions, but the wounds are easier to care for. Electrocautery does not require as many sessions, but there are concerns regarding wound care.

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Understanding Cryotherapy for Warts: Common Questions Answered

Questions about freezing cauliflower? Hello Dr. Lee, I have developed a cauliflower-like growth around my anus. I visited the doctor for the first time this morning, and the doctor performed cryotherapy. I would like to ask some related questions: Q1: Will this treatment cause ...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154. A1. Generally, cryotherapy does not cause the surrounding area to develop wart...

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Understanding Wart Recurrence: Tips for Prevention and Care

Recurrence of warts Hello~~~ The warts on my fingers have recurred in different locations. Initially, I had them on my right thumb and palm, and after cryotherapy, they cleared up for about a month before appearing on my left index finger. After that cleared up, they reappeared o...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Any new cases should be actively treated to reduce the chances of transmission.

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Managing Mucous Cysts on Lips: Treatment and Recovery Tips

A mucous cyst has developed on the lip? Hello, doctor. Recently, I suddenly developed a mucous cyst on my lip. I visited a dermatologist who treated it with cryotherapy. It has been about three days since the treatment, and my lip is still quite swollen. Is this normal? The swell...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I'm not sure, as I don't understand your specific situation. Please discuss it with your original physician.

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Understanding Wart Cryotherapy: What to Expect After Treatment

Cryotherapy for warts Hello doctor, I have developed warts on the sole of my foot. I underwent cryotherapy at the clinic twice, and the doctor said it was fine. After my second treatment, the area around the wound was very itchy, and when I scratched it, I felt some swelling near...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the condition. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. You should consult the physician who is examining you.

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Understanding Crab Lice Scars: Impact of Activity on Healing After Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy for keloids at the joint site? Doctor, I have a hypertrophic scar located on the outer side of my elbow. A few days ago, I underwent cryotherapy, and now blisters have started to form. The doctor advised me to wait for them to crust over and fall off on their own. I w...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It's possible.

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Understanding the Effectiveness of Cryotherapy for Plantar Warts

After cryotherapy? Hello, I recently discovered several plantar warts on the soles of my feet. I visited a dermatologist and underwent cryotherapy. After two or three days, I checked again, and there was hardly any change; the warts looked the same. The only difference is that th...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The treatment of warts requires patience; it cannot be resolved in just one session.

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Managing Viral Warts on Lips: Treatment Options and Expert Advice

There are 4-5 viral warts on the lips? I have white bumps in the coronal sulcus of my penis. Previously, I visited the urology department at Cathay General Hospital, where I was prescribed tetracycline to apply. The doctor mentioned it resembles warts, and if it doesn't go a...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the introduction of genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the articles on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154 and the article by Dr. Tsai Cheng-Fang from National Taiwan University Hospital...

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Understanding Wart Treatment: Freezing vs. Over-the-Counter Solutions

Cryotherapy + self-purchased wart removal solution? Hello, doctor. I currently have warts on the soles of my feet and at the edges of my fingers. I want to recover quickly, so I asked the doctor if I could use topical medication in addition to cryotherapy. I received Betasalic oi...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. Betasalic ointment [http://www.cbcpharma.com.tw/goods.php?id=24], which contains salicylic acid, c...

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Can You Swim After Developing Blisters from Wart Treatment?

Can I go swimming after developing blisters post-treatment? Hello Doctor: I am currently being treated for a viral wart on my hand. After undergoing cryotherapy, I developed a blister. Is it advisable for me to swim in a pool? I am concerned that prolonged exposure to water while...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Not recommended, avoid infection.

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Can Cryotherapy for Warts Lead to Respiratory Infections?

Warts after freezing? Hello doctor, I underwent cryotherapy for a viral wart last weekend. Sometimes I find myself curiously looking closely at it (not touching it, just observing from a distance). I suddenly wondered if being so close to the lesion while breathing could potentia...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The chances are very slim.

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Understanding HPV: Concerns, Vaccination, and Safe Practices

My test results confirm that there is something, but I am very worried that nothing will actually develop? Recently, my boyfriend and I noticed something resembling warts near his foreskin. For about two months, we didn't pay much attention to it, thinking it wasn't ser...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Having a sexual partner or multiple sexual partners places individuals in a high-risk group. 2. It is not recommended to engage in excessive sexual activity during treatment. 3. Vaccination provides some level of protection.

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Understanding Warts: Common Questions and Concerns Explained

It seems to be a wart? 1. Can warts develop in areas where there are no fingerprints? 2. If a wart has been ignored for a long time and hasn't enlarged like those in other pictures online (mine is just flat), is that considered serious? What constitutes a serious condition...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. It is recommended that if your skin abnormalities persist or worsen, you should consult a nearby d...

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Understanding Skin Indentations After Cryotherapy: Causes and Solutions

The next day after freezing, it became "cracked" and "dented." Hello, doctor. After my previous cryotherapy sessions, I usually developed blisters, but this morning I noticed that the area treated last night has formed a depression, a small indentation. I'...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Based solely on the textual description, it is not possible to accurately diagnose a skin condition. It is uncertain whether the scab falling off is related to the previously treated viral wart. I recommend that you return for follow-up treatment. Thank you!

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Understanding Viral Warts on Your Thumb: Treatment and Concerns

A viral wart has developed on the thumb? 1. Recently, I developed a growth on my hand (which is not painful) and visited a clinic. The doctor said it was a viral wart and emphasized that it was fine not to treat it, as it is not related to overall health. He also mentioned that e...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1 & 4. Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=522. There are many types of human papillomavirus (HPV), and the cervical cancer vaccine ...

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