Herpes, Dermatology FAQ - Page 7

Recurrent inflammation Hello Doctor, my lips have been consistently experiencing recurrent redness, swelling, and peeling. Additionally, I get cold sores approximately once a month (which I have shown to a doctor). After healing, the peeling and redness start again daily, and it ...

Morbilliform rash Hello, I would like to ask about a recent blister that has appeared on my upper lip. It feels red, swollen, and a bit painful. Is this a herpes lesion? If so, how should it be treated? Can I buy an over-the-counter ointment to apply?

Lateral anal region I initially thought that the pain around my anus was due to using toilet paper too aggressively, which caused skin irritation. To prevent further friction, I applied iodine and covered it with breathable tape. However, when I took a shower at night, I noticed ...

Could you please provide more details regarding the herpes transmission issue? Doctor, if someone has type 2 herpes but is not experiencing an outbreak, can they still transmit the virus during sexual intercourse? What is the likelihood of transmission?

Herpes does not rupture? Hello Doctor, I have genital herpes, which rarely flares up. In the past, after an outbreak, I would first notice redness and then it would develop into blisters that crusted over. However, this year, when I have an outbreak, I only see redness, and it do...

Herpes Zoster - 2 Hello Doctor, thank you for your quick response. I still have some questions I would like to ask you: Initially, I thought it was an abdominal issue, so I consulted the gastroenterology department. Fortunately, I was not misdiagnosed. However, the doctor mention...

Cauliflower The incubation period for cauliflower (cauliflower ear) is typically around 2 to 6 weeks. If you have had sexual intercourse, you can generally consider yourself not infected if you do not show any symptoms after 2 weeks. For testing, you can undergo a variety of exam...

Shingles Hello Doctor, I have just been diagnosed with shingles, and it has been a week since the onset. The blisters have not yet ruptured, and the affected area extends from my right rib cage to my back, causing severe unilateral neuropathic pain. I have heard that early treatm...

Herpes labialis Are cold sores contagious during asymptomatic periods? If I kiss or perform oral sex with my boyfriend during these times, can I transmit the virus to him?

Herpes around the eyelids? Hello, I previously had an outbreak and visited a dermatology department at a major hospital, where it was confirmed to be herpes. The doctor prescribed an expensive medication, which worked immediately, and I was completely healed in about a week. Rece...

Cauliflower Hello Doctor, I recently visited a doctor due to itching in the genital area. The doctor mentioned that besides bacterial vaginosis, I also have genital warts, and it seems that the condition is quite severe. Since I have not engaged in penetrative intercourse or oral...

Eczema Dear Doctor, I am very troubled by my child's skin issues, and my child feels embarrassed when interacting with peers. Is the diagnosis eczema and atopic dermatitis? The eczema on the fingers and the atopic dermatitis lesions have been recurring in ten different area...

Cauliflower Hello, I have warts in the anal area and have undergone surgery to remove them twice. However, I am still afraid of recurrence. Can applying Aldara cream help suppress any latent warts from growing back? Is it effective? My sexual partner has never shown any symptoms;...

The virus causing the common cold leads to various symptoms? Dr. Tsai: My younger brother is in the sixth grade. Yesterday, after school, he came home and said he might have a cold, with symptoms of a sore throat and a slight fever! Last night, when he was sleeping, we noticed th...

Shingles Hello Dr. Huang: My mother recently developed shingles (herpes zoster), which appeared on her lower back and abdomen. It has been a week since she saw a doctor. The blisters are slowly healing, but she experiences sudden, severe pain without warning, which is unbearable....

Herpes Herpes can occur on the genitals as well as in the oral cavity. Common medications used for treatment include antiviral drugs such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir. While these medications can help manage outbreaks and reduce symptoms, there is currently no cure...

Measles Which of the two medications, Acyclovir or Valacyclovir, is more effective for herpes zoster? What are the side effects? Is topical hydrocortisone effective for herpes zoster? Can it be used in combination with these medications?

Questions about chickenpox and shingles? Hello, Dr. Zhang. I have never had chickenpox, but my wife had it when she was young. Over the past few years, my wife has experienced shingles, although it was only a small patch and it has improved over time. During that period, my wife ...

Can herpes appear on the pubic hair? Question 47759: Inquirer: Tulong / Male / 41 / On August 9, 2007, I developed redness and swelling at the base of my pubic hair, accompanied by itching. I applied a general topical ointment, which led to pus formation and then scabbing. Recent...

Can herpes appear on pubic hair? In the past, I had redness and swelling at the base of my pubic hair, accompanied by itching. I applied a regular topical ointment, which led to pus formation and then scabbing. Recently, it recurred, so I went to a nearby dermatology clinic (the ...