Infection, Dermatology FAQ - Page 13

Toilet water cauliflower Hello, doctor. Today, while I was at school using a squat toilet, I was in a hurry and didn't flush the toilet first. When I bent down to pull up my clothes, I suddenly felt something wet on my lips. After returning to the classroom, I used alcohol t...

Black spots on the glans penis? Hello, I noticed a black spot on the glans while showering yesterday. The color isn't very dark, but it's getting larger. It doesn't hurt, but my testicles are itchy. What could this be a symptom of?

Itching in the groin area? Recently, I was diagnosed with a fungal infection in the genital area and took antibiotics. At the same time, I have issues with anal fissures/hemorrhoids and used suppositories for treatment. After completing the treatment, I experience itching in the ...

I previously had a corn? Hello, Dr. Wu. I had a wart during high school, which was treated with cryotherapy, and it fell off without any recurrence. However, around August last year, I had sexual relations with a sex worker (using a condom throughout). I would like to ask you, as...

Is there an infection in the lips? Hello doctor, I recently noticed a long, white patch on the inner side of my upper lip (https://imgur.com/tidX0tb) and several small white bumps near the corner of my lower lip (https://imgur.com/NKgRfXB). Are these normal? Is it possible that t...

Nail problems Hello Doctor: I have had onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) for some time, but recently I noticed a dark spot appearing on my nails, and it's not just one toe; it’s almost all of them (without spreading to the skin). I visited a doctor today, and he said it ...

Regarding the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Hello Doctor: I was using an automatic flushing urinal at a client's factory when the flush was too strong and splashed some liquid onto my arm. The sink in the restroom was out of order, so I couldn'...

Urticaria and Infection I would like to ask the doctor if an infection can lead to urticaria? Last year, I suddenly developed urticaria that persisted and turned into chronic urticaria. Later, I was tested for Candida albicans, Gardnerella vaginalis, and Group B Streptococcus (GB...

Peeling skin at the base of the penis? Recently, I have noticed peeling and flaking at the base of my penis (a large white patch, with several small white spots on both sides of the groin). It is not painful, but sometimes it itches a little; however, the itching subsides after s...

Regarding corns, the development of blisters after cryotherapy? Hello Doctor: I previously had a viral wart on the sole of my foot, which has been mostly resolved with cryotherapy. However, during my follow-up visit, the clinic doctor informed me that I also had a corn, so they p...

Management of ulcers Can sulfur soap be used for laundry, or should hot water be used instead?

Skin issue: Sudden appearance of numerous small blister-like rashes on the hands? Hello doctor, yesterday around 8 PM, I felt a burning and slightly itchy sensation in my left hand, and I noticed small blister-like rashes forming. The skin around the rashes was red, possibly due ...

Itching in the vulva with small red bumps? Initially, there was slight itching around the anal area and the vulva, which progressively worsened over time. The skin in the vulvar area, particularly around the pubic hair, has developed numerous small red spots, with a smaller area ...

Scrotal issues About 4-5 years ago, I developed many dark red spots and 4-5 white bumps on my scrotum. They are not painful or itchy. Could this be a sexually transmitted infection? How should I treat it? Thank you.

Unidentified preputial disease that multiple physicians are unable to diagnose? (I apologize, but please allow me to first explain this special feedback from a physician and the response from the Taiwan Dermatological Association, before introducing my symptoms:) I have had sympt...

Bacterial infection If a wound on the skin becomes infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa or Mycobacterium, the wound may become purulent or exude discharge. Generally, the signs and symptoms of a wound infection may include redness, swelling, warmth, pain, and the presence of pus ...

Wound issues, infection issues? Hello doctor, I work at a school, and today while handling the pump in the fish pond, I noticed that my wrist area became slightly rough and cracked after prolonged exposure to hand sanitizer. It doesn't look too severe, but I occasionally fee...

Issues After Nail Removal After the nail removal in the hospital, it has grown back about halfway, but the front edge of the top layer of the nail has started to show greenish-yellow bubbles. After cutting it, some pus-like fluid oozed out, which had no odor. I disinfected the ar...

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...

Papular urticaria Experiencing widespread itching due to mosquito bites for over two weeks can be quite uncomfortable. Here are some methods to alleviate the symptoms: 1. **Topical Corticosteroids**: Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream can help reduce inflammation and itching....