Infection, Dermatology FAQ - Page 25

Could you please provide more details about the issue with warts? Hello, doctor. Recently, I developed a small, translucent white wart on each of my palms. They are not very noticeable, and they are not painful or itchy. I underwent cryotherapy, but the doctor did not inform me t...

Balanitis has not improved for the past six months? After having unprotected sex with a woman, I began experiencing itching on the glans a few days later. Subsequently, the foreskin became darker, longer, and started to crack. The glans became red and swollen, sometimes even ulce...

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?

Scabies treatment Hello Doctor, my condition started about two months ago when I noticed a rash on my ankle. At first, I thought it was a flea bite. I kept scratching it and applied a general antihistamine cream, but it didn't improve for a long time. It persisted for over a...

The nail has cut into the flesh? Hello, today I accidentally cut my nail while using a grinding machine. There is a strip missing from the surface of the nail, and it seems like I also cut into the skin, so there is some bleeding. I am currently rinsing it with saline and applyin...

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...

Is the treatment method for scabies incorrect? I recently visited the doctor, who suggested that I might have a parasitic infection. I was prescribed a topical medication to be applied in the morning and another one, Urelis, to be used before bedtime. While the itching on my body...

Cauliflower cannot learn to swim? Hello doctor, it's been 3 months since I last applied medication. I have been returning to the obstetrics and gynecology clinic for check-ups during this time, and there have been no signs of recurrence. I would like to know if it is safe fo...

Treatment for nail fungus? Dear Doctor: I have been troubled by onychomycosis for a long time and would like to treat it with oral medication. My liver function test results from last month showed GOT at 20 and GPT at 25. Is it safe to proceed with treatment? Thank you. P.S. I am...

Acne inside the nose: Continuation of the previous discussion? If you have a bump inside your nose that is painful when pressed, it may be an inflamed hair follicle or a small cyst. To help it resolve, you can try the following: 1. **Warm Compress**: Apply a warm compress to the...

Nail pitting Both of my thumbs have nails that are growing with horizontal ridges, appearing wavy. This has been happening for some time. What could be the reason for this?

Scalp itching? Doctor, I would like to ask: The area on my scalp, specifically the front middle right (approximately one-fourth of my scalp), has been itching every day. Even after washing my hair and drying it, it still itches. I would like to know what this condition might be. ...

There is a pink hard lump at the base of the penis? Hello Dr. Wu! I have developed a raised bump resembling a pimple at the right base of my penis, and there is a white spot at the top of this red swollen area. It feels hard and slightly painful when squeezed. I'm wondering ...

Can I be assured that I am not at risk of contracting genital warts? I started dating a boyfriend at the end of 2010, and at that time, he had some growths on his hand. He kept delaying seeing a doctor until one day during a health education class, he learned about warts and beca...

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...

Treatment and Prevention of Plantar Warts Hello, Doctor. I visited a nearby dermatology clinic yesterday, and I was diagnosed with two plantar warts. I received cryotherapy and need to return for a follow-up next week. Should I wear socks at all times, including while sleeping, t...

Pimples in the genital area? Hello doctor, about 5 days ago I noticed two pimple-like bumps in my genital area. They hurt when touched, I can't squeeze anything out of them, and they cause pain when I walk. I would like to know if this could be folliculitis? I bought a topic...

Swelling of the ear? The earlobe has been swollen for a few days and is painful when pressed. Today, despite the pain, I tried to squeeze it, and it seems like I burst the swollen area, but the skin's surface is intact. I would like to know if this could lead to an infection...

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. ...