Eczema, Dermatology FAQ - Page 12

Is it eczema? The inner thigh near the groin is very itchy, and when I look in the mirror, I see a red area covered with a white patch. When I rub it with my hand, it feels flaky and white. Could this be eczema? It has been ongoing for about a month, with periods of improvement a...

Elimination of pigment deposition in atopic dermatitis? Hello: I have been a severe allergy sufferer since childhood, and my atopic dermatitis only improved in my twenties due to changes in my environment and related physical therapy methods. Currently, my atopic dermatitis is no...

Is it winter itch or eczema? During winter, the skin becomes severely dry, leading to winter itch. When visiting the doctor, topical medications provide some improvement but do not fully resolve the issue. By summer, the itching worsens, and the skin still feels dry. Is this ecze...

There are droplet-like formations under the armpit? Is the presence of small, transparent, water-filled bumps under my armpit a sign of dyshidrotic eczema? Is it related to my daily use of antiperspirant? Is using soap for cleaning not thorough enough? I am also planning to under...

Regarding issues related to the foreskin and glans? Hello Doctor: On May 6th, I noticed some itching and redness on the glans, so I visited a urologist. After the examination, the doctor diagnosed it as eczema and instructed me to apply medication (Miconazole) and to keep the are...

Dyshidrotic eczema / Suspected insect bites on the body? I have been experiencing a lot of sweat blisters on my hands these past two days, which are both itchy and painful. Someone suggested using Betaderm, is this effective? Additionally, on the same day that the sweat blisters ...

Skin and nail issues? I would like to ask about a condition I have. One of my fingers sometimes has intense itching in the middle area, and it develops small blister-like formations. These blisters can be very itchy at times, especially right after I wake up, while at other times...

It is unclear whether it is athlete's foot or eczema? Hello, doctor. I've had a problem with my foot for a long time, but no matter what medication I apply, it doesn't get better. I have persistent peeling and blisters. If possible, could I send you some pictures o...

How to differentiate between urticaria and eczema? Hello Doctor: My sixth-grade child had a rash on the back of the knee during the summer, which was itchy. A dermatologist diagnosed it as eczema and prescribed an anti-itch cream, and it hasn't recurred since. Now in seventh...

Bitten by mosquitoes in the mountains? I have had allergies since childhood, and my elbows are affected by atopic dermatitis. My hands and feet are also very itchy, resembling red bean ice. This has been a long-standing issue. In high school, I often wore shorts and was teased ab...

Questions about methotrexate medication? Hello Director Wu, I have received my blood test report, which shows that my IgE levels are between 30,000 and 40,000. After steroid treatment, there was no improvement. Recently, my doctor prescribed methotrexate for me to take (six pill...

Blistering athlete's foot For blistering athlete's foot, which type of ointment should be used? Is a steroid-containing athlete's foot medication effective, or should one use a standard athlete's foot treatment?

Hello, hello, hello! I have developed dyshidrotic eczema, but I need to wear socks every day. It was improving, but it has flared up again due to the socks. I have already chosen breathable socks, but the condition keeps recurring and doesn't seem to heal.

I have had a skin condition on my hands since childhood that has never improved? After a long search, I found out that I have dyshidrotic eczema. Whenever I visit any dermatology clinic, the doctor takes a quick look and immediately diagnoses it as eczema. The consultation lasts ...

Is this normal? A few days ago, I was sleeping and felt an itch on my buttocks. I scratched it and when I got up, I noticed that the area I scratched had swollen into small lumps. I thought it might just be redness from scratching, so I didn't pay much attention to it. The n...

Oral medication for treating shingles and athlete's foot? Last October, I had an outbreak of shingles and immediately sought medical treatment, taking medication for three days. As a result, the peeling symptoms on my left foot, which had been persistent for over a decade, c...

Small blisters on the palms and soles? Recently, I have developed small blisters around my right foot, on the sole, and on the outer side of my big toe. They are not itchy and when broken, they release a clear fluid. Today, I noticed that my fingers have also started to develop s...

Daily sweating has turned into eczema? Hello Dr. Li, I experience excessive hand sweating every day and often suffer from eczema. I have previously received medication from a dermatologist, but the condition keeps recurring. Could you please provide some advice?

A blister has formed on the side of the right big toe? Hello Dr. Li, my symptoms are that I have developed several blisters on the right side of my right big toe, not between the toes but on the upper right side. The area around the blisters is red, and after I popped them, they ...

Scalp itching? Doctor, I would like to ask: The area on my scalp, specifically the front middle right (approximately one-fourth of my scalp), has been itching every day. Even after washing my hair and drying it, it still itches. I would like to know what this condition might be. ...