Fungal infection, Dermatology FAQ - Page 6

Nail infection Hello, my father got cement under his nail while working at a construction site. There is a notch at the base (inside the nail), and the entire nail appears grayish-black. What should we do?

The edges of the nails are dark? Hello, doctor! Recently, I noticed a small black spot at the edge of my right thumb nail. It appears to be a deep bruise on the outside (like the area circled in red in the link below), but upon closer inspection, the upper part looks like deep re...

Irregular abnormalities of the penile skin? During middle school, there was an incident where I experienced an erection during recess. I leaned against a concrete wall to enjoy the scenery, but a classmate jokingly bumped into me, causing my penis to hit the wall and sustain an i...

If nail fungus (onychomycosis) is left untreated, it can lead to several complications, including: 1. **Worsening Infection**: The fungal infection can spread to other nails or to the skin, causing more extensive If nail fungus is left untreated, it can lead to several complicat...

Skin care for the groin area? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing itching in the skin of my groin area, specifically where it connects to the genitals, for many years. I often feel like there is a fungal infection in the skin folds, which leads me to scratch it with my nails. ...

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...

Foreskin issues Hello, doctor. I was using a sex toy while wearing a condom, but the toy's opening was too small, and in my eagerness, I forced it in, causing the condom to break. As a result, the skin on my penis became red with visible blood vessels. I visited a urologist,...

The scalp is red, swollen, and itchy, and then the affected area starts to lose hair? Swelling and pain in the head, followed by a reduction in swelling, but with some residual redness and swelling in the area where hair loss has occurred. What could be the cause and how can it b...

Nail problems of the toes? If the toenail on your big toe is cracked and feels like the first layer of the nail can be peeled off, but you haven't done so, it could indicate a health issue or a potential fungal infection (onychomycosis). The fact that the nail continues to c...

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...

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 ...

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...

After the wound has healed, the skin continues to be very itchy? After the injury has healed, the area of skin remains very itchy, and when touched, it feels rough. There is a noticeable patch that resembles a fungal infection, and it has persisted for a long time. What could be ...

If you experience redness, heat, and pain on the skin due to friction from walking, you can take the following steps to manage the condition: 1. **Clean the Area**: Gently wash the affected area with mild soap and lukewarm water to remove any irritants. 2. **Cool Compress**: Ap...

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...

Pathological Slide Report of Cauliflower Disease Hello, Doctor. It is like this: three weeks before my delivery, my obstetrician informed me that I had condyloma acuminatum, which shocked us as we had been living a completely monogamous life. Afterwards, my husband and I consulte...

Can you help me check my child's nails? Is this a case of nail fungus? Thank you? The child's nails have changed, and we have seen many dermatologists, orthopedic surgeons, and general surgeons, but none have been effective. Each doctor has a different opinion. Could yo...

Foot towels & fungi Hello, doctor. I have a habit of using a separate dry towel to dry my feet after showering, and then I lightly blow-dry them with a hairdryer. I hang the towel on the balcony to dry every night and change it about once a week. Is this method suitable for t...

There are rashes with hair growth in the genital area? Hello, around mid-August, I noticed a small red rash in the hair-bearing area of my genital region. At first, I didn't pay much attention to it, but it started to become increasingly itchy, and I kept scratching it. Unfo...