Eczema, Dermatology FAQ - Page 13

Dyshidrotic eczema, also known as pompholyx, can cause small, itchy blisters on the palms of the hands and soles of the Doctor, is dyshidrotic eczema contagious?

Red spots or red dots? Hello doctor, I previously had small red spots on my hands, about the size of a ballpoint pen dot, flat and not raised. They are not acne or any type of follicular keratosis or heat rash... They do not affect me and eventually disappear on their own after a...

Eczema on the buttocks resembles the issue of a ripe peach? Hello, it seems to be an eczema issue located in the area near the thigh on the buttocks, specifically where it comes into contact with the chair when sitting. There is a patch of hyperpigmentation that feels somewhat so...

Peeling skin on the hands? Peeling skin on the hands with raised circular bumps around the affected areas may indicate a skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis, or a fungal infection. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis. Treatment opti...

Someone was smeared with an unknown substance..? The situation is as follows: I had a one-night stand with an unfamiliar woman. During the encounter, an unknown substance was applied to my genitalia, and in the heat of the moment, I didn't think much of it. In hindsight, I r...

The area under the toenail of the big toe has lost tissue? Hello Doctor: It's actually quite difficult to describe directly; it would be great if I could attach a picture. I previously saw a doctor who said that my toenail had eczema, but that the eczema had already invaded ...

Fungal infection issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the fungal infection or nummular eczema on my back. I've seen two different doctors, and they have different opinions. It keeps getting better and then relapsing. Could this be related to HIV? Otherwise, why do...

Oral Griseofulvin (250 mg) and topical Gentamicin cream? Hello, Dr. Wu. I have hyperhidrosis, and my hands and feet sweat excessively. Last summer, I developed a rash on the top of my right foot due to wearing shoes in the heat (it was very itchy). Initially, it was only on my ri...

Nipple eczema or fungal infection? Hello Dr. Wu, Since around May of last year, I have been experiencing itching, scaling, and some serous discharge from both nipples. I have visited dermatology and breast surgery several times, and the doctors suspect it might be nipple eczema ...

Rash in the armpit and groin area? I have developed a rash under my armpits and groin area over the past few days. During the day, it doesn't bother me much, but at night, I wake up in the middle of my sleep due to itching, which prevents me from falling back asleep. After a...

Sweaty eczema on the fingers? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor about dyshidrotic eczema on my finger. I want to understand if it is normal for dyshidrotic eczema to consistently appear on the same finger and in the same location. It eventually crusts over and peels repeatedl...

Itching of the skin in the groin area? Hello, doctor. I often experience itching in the groin area and the inner thigh due to excessive heat and humidity. Sometimes, I develop rashes, but my legs are sensitive to cold. It seems like my groin area is sensitive to heat; whenever it...

A brown patch has appeared on the lower right side of the chest? A coffee-colored patch the size of a ten-dollar coin has appeared on the lower right side of the chest. It is neither itchy nor painful, and it cannot be rubbed off.

Could you please provide more details or specify what you would like to know about eczema? Hello, Dr. Li. I would like to ask if the likelihood of cancer is high for a male with eczema on one side of the areola. About 2 to 3 months ago, I suddenly experienced occasional itching o...

Blisters on the fingers? The presence of dense small blisters on the side and palm of the left middle finger, which are not itchy but have a painful sensation, could indicate a condition such as dyshidrotic eczema (also known as pompholyx). Dyshidrotic eczema can sometimes presen...

Redness/short-term/not itchy or painful? Hello, Doctor. The skin on my right cheekbone becomes red and swollen, about 1.5 cm in size, starting around 10 PM every night. It is neither painful nor itchy, and it disappears after I wake up during the day. This has been ongoing for th...

Rash inquiry Hello Doctor: Over the past month or two, I have noticed that my fingers occasionally develop small red rashes, but they do not appear on the joints; they are located on the sides of the fingers and not on the palms. There are not many of them, and they are not itchy...

Animal scabies can be transmitted to humans? I developed three red rashes in my groin area three days ago, but they have not increased in number or size since then. Occasionally, they are particularly itchy at night, but there are no burrows, and it does not resemble eczema or de...

Redness, swelling, and itching; scratching causes pain? Since last week, I have been experiencing redness, swelling, and itching on my skin, and it hurts when I scratch it. It started only on the upper left side of my back, but in the past few days, it has begun to spread to the ...

The presence of many small red spots on the body can be indicative of various conditions? After swimming on December 27th, my body started to itch. Three days have passed and there is still no improvement. My face also itches, as well as my body. I'm not sure if this is due ...