Infection, Dermatology FAQ - Page 17

Inquiry about the HPV vaccine? Hello Doctor: I have a regular habit of going to the gym, but I often get infections on my hands. The dermatologist explained that I may have a lower resistance to warts, which makes me more susceptible to infections. I would like to ask the followi...

Cracked fingers Hello doctor, a few days ago I suddenly noticed that all ten of my fingernails have small cracks next to them (without bleeding). I feel it might be due to dry skin. How should I manage these cracks? Is there a possibility of infection?

Can athlete's foot be completely cured? Is it necessary to see a doctor to get better? Hello, I have been troubled by athlete's foot for a long time. Due to my job, I have to wear safety shoes for extended periods, and my work hours are different from the general public...

Circular wound I would like to ask whether this wound is infected or something else? I don't recall having this wound, and I only noticed it while showering. It seems like there was a scab on top, but the color doesn't look like a typical scab. The material I removed is...

The hand has been scratched? If your hand was scratched by someone with thick calluses, and there is a small wound, is there a risk of viral infection (such as HIV or Hepatitis C)?

Scabies nodules Hello, Doctor. I apologize for the interruption! My daughter is currently one year and four months old. Last month, she was diagnosed with scabies, and after two weeks of treatment (all family members who had contact were treated as well), the doctor said that the...

After recovery from scabies Hello, I had scabies recently, and after treatment, I have recovered. However, currently, after removing the adhesive bandages or breathable tape, my skin becomes red and itchy. Additionally, I have some ingrown hairs on my thighs. Is this increased sk...

Diagnosis of warts? Hello, doctor. Typically, if warts are located at the base of the penis, would the diagnosis be A630 Anogenital (venereal) warts or B079 Viral wart, unspecified? After undergoing cryotherapy, the lesion fell off within a week. The doctor did not mention condyl...

Chickenpox can be transmitted through the crusts of the blisters? Once chickenpox lesions have crusted over, the risk of transmission is significantly reduced. However, it is still possible to contract the virus from someone who has chickenpox, especially if you have not previous...

Skin medication issues? Dr. Wu, I have been experiencing allergic reactions on my skin for nearly a year. I have seen three different doctors, and they all diagnosed me with different conditions (infection, rosacea, dermatitis). The treatments from the first two doctors (topical ...

Gamma-BHC (Benzene hexachloride) After the consultation, the doctor prescribed three tubes of Gamma-BHC (Scabicide) and three tubes of Amcinonide. I am unsure how to use them, so I called the outpatient department, and the doctor said to apply them daily until the follow-up appoi...

Itching from the genital area to the anus? There is intense itching from the penis to the anus, but there are no visible lesions and no difficulty urinating. However, there is significant itching, and there is a slight stinging sensation around the urethral opening and anus. Coul...

The issue of warts? I have been experiencing heat and occasional itching in my genital area, which led me to shave. I discovered a small, skin-colored bump at the base of my pubic hair, measuring about 0.1 cm. Due to my anxiety, I consulted a doctor who advised me to monitor it, ...

Oral antibiotic administration? I would like to ask the doctor, I previously saw on a specific website that long-term use of oral antibiotics can affect the skin microbiome balance, making the skin more susceptible to infections such as folliculitis. What is considered "long...

Surgical excision of plantar warts? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the post-operative care procedure following the excision of a plantar wart. Approximately 10 hours after the surgery, I removed the gauze that was covering the lesion (I felt it was uncomfortable being t...

Pearly penile papules In the past week or two, I developed red, swollen bumps on my penis that looked like pimples. I went to a dermatologist, and they were able to extract pus from them. After taking medication for over a week, I thought it had cleared up, but they reappeared. C...

Erythema of the posterior and medial thigh? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing some red spots on the inner and back side of my left thigh, approximately the size of a thumb nail. The red spots sometimes itch and are slightly raised, while at other times they are completely fl...

Onychomycosis? Hello doctor, I have a question. The area under the white part of my fingernails has turned a bit gray. Could this be a sign of nail fungus? I have been touching my toenails, and the outer side of my big toe nail feels thicker and has some black spots. I will be vi...

Skin allergy Hello Dr. Wu! I have been experiencing menopause for the past two years, and my skin has also shown some issues. My cheeks tend to flush by the afternoon, which I didn't find unusual, but in the past six months, I've started to develop one or two red papule...

Diagnosis of vitiligo? Hello, my face started showing white patches about two months ago. I have seen several doctors, and the answers I received were quite different: 1. It might be due to previous eczema causing damage to the melanocytes, and it should gradually return to norma...