Overcoming Acne Scars: Regaining Confidence in Your Skin
Lack of confidence..? Hello doctor: During my puberty, I developed acne and blackheads on my face, and I often squeezed them with my hands. As a result, I have many shallow scars and small red lines on my face (which look like a cluster of broken capillaries). Additionally, I hav...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Acne scars can be classified into "true scars" (atrophic or hypertrophic scars) and "false scars" (erythema or hyperpigmentation). True scars, particularly atrophic scars, can be treated with dermabrasion; currently, most procedures use laser resurfacing, whic...[Read More] Overcoming Acne Scars: Regaining Confidence in Your Skin
Understanding HPV: My Experience with Warts and Cervical Cancer
Troubled me? Six months ago, I developed some small white spots on the skin of my penis, about four or five in total. After a diagnosis by a physician, they were identified as viral warts. Following cryotherapy treatment by the doctor, they have healed. I advised my girlfriend to...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, sir: 1. There are several dozen types of human papillomavirus (HPV), and the types that can cause genital warts in males include types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, and 35. The potential causes of cervical cancer in females are quite numerous, including the frequency of sexual ...[Read More] Understanding HPV: My Experience with Warts and Cervical Cancer
Understanding Corns: Causes, Treatment, and When to Seek Surgery
Corn My friend developed a corn while serving in the military. Initially, it wasn't painful, but after discharge, it not only worsened but also multiplied and became painful, all on the same foot. Will wearing comfortable shoes alone help heal it without surgery? How long mi...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, Miss: If there is a growth on the sole of the foot, it is commonly referred to as a corn, but it may also be a plantar wart. 1. If it is a plantar wart, treatment options include cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen, laser therapy, or surgical intervention, all of which can le...[Read More] Understanding Corns: Causes, Treatment, and When to Seek Surgery
Understanding Excessive Body Hair and Skin Growth Issues in Women
Excessive body hair 1. I have developed black hair measuring 2-2.5 cm on my areola (I have my period every month), and my calves have also grown longer black hair that rivals that of men. Is this phenomenon different from other girls, as typically, girls do not have hair growth o...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
1. Endocrine disorders can indeed cause hirsutism, but not all cases of hirsutism are due to endocrine abnormalities, as there are many different causes for excessive hair growth. If this has become a concern for you, you might consider shaving or plucking the hair. However, sinc...[Read More] Understanding Excessive Body Hair and Skin Growth Issues in Women
Understanding Adult Acne vs. Teen Acne: Tips for Fading Scars
I'm sorry What are the differences between adult acne and adolescent acne? How can acne scars be lightened?
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
What you refer to as adult acne is likely "late-onset acne." This term is used to avoid the common misconception that acne, often referred to as "teenage acne," only affects adolescents. In reality, acne is not exclusive to teenagers. The main causes of late-o...[Read More] Understanding Adult Acne vs. Teen Acne: Tips for Fading Scars
Effective Scar Removal for Acne Marks: Student-Friendly Solutions
Scar removal What are the most effective methods for removing acne scars caused by squeezing, and which options are suitable for students?
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Acne scars can be classified into "true scars" (atrophic or hypertrophic scars) and "false scars" (erythema or hyperpigmentation). True scars, particularly atrophic scars, can be treated with dermabrasion; currently, most procedures utilize laser resurfacing, ...[Read More] Effective Scar Removal for Acne Marks: Student-Friendly Solutions
Effective Treatments for Keloids: Long-Term Solutions and Risks of Steroid Injections
Keloid Hello, I have a keloid on my chest that measures approximately 10 cm in length, 3 cm in width, and 0.5 cm in thickness. It often feels itchy, and when it itches, the area of the keloid expands, becoming red and swollen. I have previously visited a dermatologist for steroid...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
The formation of keloids is related to individual constitution and various external factors. External factors such as infections, burn scars, and foreign bodies can easily lead to the development of hypertrophic scars. Due to the involvement of individual constitution, there is c...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Keloids: Long-Term Solutions and Risks of Steroid Injections
Understanding Eccrine Poroma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Eccrine poroma Hello, Doctor: What are the causes and symptoms of hidradenoma? Does it have any adverse effects on the body? Why does it continue to grow and expand, and to what extent can it grow? (Initially localized, but it has progressively expanded to the entire upper body.)...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, Miss: Eccrine poroma is caused by the benign proliferation of the "eccrine duct," which is the channel through which sweat is excreted from the skin. Its common locations are primarily near the eyelids, but in some cases, it can occur over a larger area, such as ...[Read More] Understanding Eccrine Poroma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Crusted Scabies: Causes, Prevention, and Scar Treatment
Crusted scabies My face tends to be oily, and I have always suspected that I have acne. I often get raised bumps on my face that seem to have something inside. When I try to squeeze them, they feel like a mix of blackheads and flesh, and they are difficult to heal without extract...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, sir: What you may be referring to is "nodular prurigo." The formation of nodular prurigo is quite complex and is associated with several factors: 1. A more sensitive constitution, 2. Sensitive skin, and 3. Exposure to allergens, which may include seasonal factors...[Read More] Understanding Crusted Scabies: Causes, Prevention, and Scar Treatment
Understanding Moist Warts and Sebaceous Gland Infections: Treatment Insights
Seborrheic dermatitis and Malassezia yeast? The doctor said that I have genital warts (condyloma) and an infection with sebaceous bacteria on my penis. I have been taking medication for about three weeks, and I have also undergone a urinalysis and electrosurgery (to remove the wa...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, sir: Condyloma acuminatum (genital warts) is a viral infection caused by a filterable virus. There are several treatment options: 1. Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen: treatment is performed once every one to two weeks and requires multiple sessions. 2. Electrosurgery. 3. C...[Read More] Understanding Moist Warts and Sebaceous Gland Infections: Treatment Insights
Is This a Sarcoma? Understanding Skin Growths and Their Implications
Is this a sarcoma? I have some growths on my neck, small flesh-colored bumps that don't hurt when I pinch them, but I can't remove them. Sometimes I notice that they fall off on their own, turning red for a bit, and then they disappear within a few days. However, new on...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
It could possibly be "warts" or "soft fibromas." Warts are caused by a viral infection, which can lead to an increase in their number. If the body's immune response is strong enough, they may resolve on their own, typically taking about six months or even...[Read More] Is This a Sarcoma? Understanding Skin Growths and Their Implications
Effective Treatments for Sun Spots on the Back of Your Hands
Sunspots How can a physician remove sunspots from the back of the hand?
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Sunspots on the arms can be removed using cryotherapy, electrosurgery, or laser treatment. It's important to develop a habit of sun protection to prevent new spots from forming![Read More] Effective Treatments for Sun Spots on the Back of Your Hands
Will Cryotherapy Leave Scars on My Face? Prevention Tips Inside
Will cryotherapy leave scars? I have developed many flat warts on my face, and I would like to know if using cryotherapy will leave scars on my face and how to prevent this?
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Dr. Jin Lian-chun from Pingtung Hospital's Dermatology Department responded: After cryotherapy, there may be a phenomenon of melanin deposition, which will disappear after some time; generally, it will not leave scars. Flat warts are caused by a viral infection, so they are ...[Read More] Will Cryotherapy Leave Scars on My Face? Prevention Tips Inside
Understanding Dermabrasion: Process, Costs, and Recovery Time
The process and cost of dermabrasion surgery? Hello, doctor~~~ I have been experiencing acne since the sixth grade, and naturally, this has left scars over time. Now at the age of twenty-two, which is a time when girls are particularly concerned about their appearance, I often fe...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Acne scars can be classified into "true scars" (atrophic or hypertrophic scars) and "false scars" (erythema or hyperpigmentation). True scars, particularly atrophic scars, can be treated with dermabrasion, with most procedures now utilizing laser resurfacing. ...[Read More] Understanding Dermabrasion: Process, Costs, and Recovery Time
Understanding Warts: Effective Treatments and Dietary Tips for Prevention
Wart It initially appeared on the right thumb, then two more developed on the index finger, followed by two on the right elbow, one on the left foot sole, and now one has appeared on the neck. The one on the thumb has been present for about a year, and I have been undergoing cryo...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Dr. Jin Lian-Chun from Pingtung Hospital's Dermatology Department responds: Hello little girl, warts are caused by a viral infection from a filterable virus. However, susceptibility to this virus is related to the patient's weaker immune response. To effectively treat w...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Effective Treatments and Dietary Tips for Prevention
Understanding White Flesh Warts Under Eyes and Nose: Causes and Treatments
White flesh-colored warts located on the wings of the nose and beneath the eyes? I have been experiencing small, painless, and itchy white flesh-colored growths under my eye bags and around my nostrils for a long time. I previously visited a dermatologist who advised me to reduce...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Dr. Jin Lian-Chun from Pingtung Hospital's Dermatology Department responds: Hello, Miss. Based on your description, there are several possible diagnoses: 1. Eccrine poroma: This is a benign proliferation of sweat gland ducts related to genetics, which can be treated with las...[Read More] Understanding White Flesh Warts Under Eyes and Nose: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Flat Warts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Flat warts? I am a 33-year-old unmarried male with no history of inappropriate sexual behavior. Several years ago, I developed a flat wart the size of a fish scale on my scrotum. Although it has not noticeably enlarged, it often itches. What kind of skin condition is this? How sh...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Dr. Jin Lian-Chun from Pingtung Hospital's Dermatology Department responds: Hello Mr. Li, based on your description, there are several possible diagnoses: (1) Common warts: These are caused by a viral infection and can be treated with cryotherapy using liquid nitrogen or car...[Read More] Understanding Flat Warts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options