Dry skin, Dermatology FAQ

Skin itching and flaking? Last July, I visited a doctor due to skin itching, and I was diagnosed with dry skin itchiness, which I had never experienced before. The doctor mentioned it was due to a change in my constitution. I took medication and applied topical treatments, which ...

Is it possible for atopic dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis to occur simultaneously? Hello, doctor. I have had atopic dermatitis since childhood. Although I have been using lotions and creams for moisturizing recently, and I stick to the brands that are commonly recommended by...

Skin itching and metabolic issues related to the use of creams? Hello, doctor! I am a chronic kidney disease patient and have recently started experiencing skin itching. I found a recommendation for "Mentholatum AD Cream" in a Facebook group. However, since I have not y...

Skin experiences heat and stinging upon contact with water / Skin becomes unbearably itchy at night? Hello, doctor! I would like to inquire about two skin issues that have started occurring in the past week or two. The first issue is that my skin feels hot and stings when it come...

Infant skin issues Hello Dr. Wu, I have a history of allergies, and my baby may also have an allergic predisposition. My baby is almost five months old and has red, flaky, and dry skin, especially on the back. The areas that are usually scratched are the head and occasionally the...

Dry skin, blanket allergy? Hello Doctor: My skin on my limbs, chest, and abdomen appears a bit dry according to the dermatologist I visited. They advised me to apply lotion four times a day and prescribed a topical corticosteroid ointment. I have been using QV Intensive Repair Cr...

Skin peeling Hello, doctor. I have dry skin, especially in winter, and I notice a lot of white flakes all over my body, but there is no redness, just occasional itching. I apply lotion or oil after every shower, but I still have many white flakes on my skin. Particularly, after a...

Is it necessary to continue taking oral medication for widespread eczema, or is it sufficient to use topical ointments to relieve itching? Initially, the back of my hand was very dry, which led to peeling and hardening of the skin, followed by a mild allergic reaction in a small ...

Atopic dermatitis transformation in adulthood? Hello, doctor. Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I had atopic dermatitis when I was younger, and my doctor said it was hereditary. He mentioned that it would improve in adulthood and that my dry skin might not lea...

The back of the right hand and wrist are dry and itchy? Hello Doctor, my right hand and wrist start to itch and become dry and cracked every winter (when the temperature drops). I have a history of allergies and have been taking antihistamines for over 15 years. The main symptoms...

Can alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) eliminate acne scars? About a year ago, I developed some acne that left behind some pitted scars. They have faded a bit since then, but are still noticeable. Occasionally, I still get small pimples. I would like to know if using a 30% combination of...

Question: After applying four doses of acaricide, how long will it take for the mites to return? Hello, Doctor. I previously had a problem with rosacea and was prescribed Clindamycin and Sulfacetamide. After using them, my entire face broke out in papules (very densely, like smal...

Issues related to the use of retinoic acid? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a few questions. I have been using tretinoin as a skincare product daily for about a year and a half. My skin type is mainly combination, and I tend to get acne. During the mid-phase of using it, m...

After applying tretinoin, my skin has become dry, but my acne is increasing? Hello doctor, in March I visited a dermatologist because I was experiencing a lot of acne. The doctor prescribed me a topical medication called Lactic Acid and Tretinoin, but my skin became increasingly ...

Recently, I've been experiencing intense itching and small rashes on my chest? Hello Doctor, I have recently been experiencing itching in my chest, neck, back, and also in my scrotum. The itching is primarily on the surface of the skin and has lasted for about a week. I have...

Chronic anal itching? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing itching around the anal area for several months, usually occurring at night while I sleep. I often unconsciously scratch the area. I previously underwent a colonoscopy, which ruled out pinworm issues. Initially, the doc...

Skin itching issues? Frequent itching of the eyebrows and forehead, despite daily cleansing with a gentle facial cleanser, could be caused by several factors. Possible reasons include allergic reactions to skincare products, environmental irritants, dry skin, or conditions such a...

Facial eczema Hello doctor, due to my previous skincare mistakes, I over-cleansed my face, which led to redness and itching of my facial skin. When exposed to sunlight or when the environmental temperature rises, my skin also becomes red and itchy. I consulted a doctor who diagno...

Fear of infection? I work in a hospital and had contact with a patient who was under contact isolation. At that time, I was wearing a mask and gloves during the interaction. After the examination, I used alcohol-based hand sanitizer and washed my hands. I am concerned about poten...

Cracked fingers Hello doctor, a few days ago I suddenly noticed that all ten of my fingernails have small cracks next to them (without bleeding). I feel it might be due to dry skin. How should I manage these cracks? Is there a possibility of infection?