Infection, Dermatology FAQ - Page 27

Shingles on the right forehead and eye area? My mother, who is 77 years old, recently developed shingles on her right forehead and part of the surrounding eye area. She has already visited the emergency room and consulted with neurology and ophthalmology within 2-3 days, receivin...

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 ...

Some students have developed scabies? Currently, I am a university student. One of my classmates had scabies during the winter break, and she is almost recovered now. Will the people around her be at risk of being infected? I sat next to her when we went to the movies before; is ...

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...

The toenail is not attached to the flesh? Hello, my girlfriend's toenail can be lifted and separated from the flesh, but it is still attached on one side. What could be the reason for this, and how did this happen?

The growth of a mass on the penis? It sounds like you may have developed a condition known as a sebaceous cyst or possibly a folliculitis infection. The presence of a foul-smelling discharge suggests that there might be an infection involved. It is important to consult a healthca...

Nail matrix tumor? Hello, doctor. I have an irregularly shaped bump at the base of my fingernail. I initially thought it was just dead skin, so I trimmed it with a nail clipper, and it didn't hurt. After some time, I noticed it grew back, and this bump has been present for a...

Regarding acne and rashes? Doctor, I have recently developed many red bumps on my chest. I have seen three dermatologists, and they all quickly diagnosed it as folliculitis. However, it hasn't improved over time, which makes me worry that it might be something else, like a r...

Can you get sick from oral sex? Receiving unprotected oral sex from a sex worker can potentially expose you to several sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The most common STIs that can be transmitted through oral sex include: 1. Gonorrhea 2. Chlamydia 3. Syphilis 4. Herpes s...

Issues related to herpes transmission and testing? My partner developed herpes six days after we had intercourse. After showing symptoms, he sought treatment and was confirmed to have type 2 herpes. During the past two months, he has not had sexual relations with anyone else. I t...

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...

The right side of the lower lip suddenly swelled up? I saw the doctor yesterday and was diagnosed with a gastrointestinal flu, and I had a slight fever. This morning, out of habit, I bit off the dead skin on my lips, and in the afternoon, I noticed it became swollen. Is it becaus...

There are nodules on the skin? I went to see a dermatologist because I had several nodules on my scrotum that were itchy. The doctor took a quick look and immediately said it was a scabies infection. I would like to know if nodules on the scrotum are definitely a sign of scabies,...

Scabies has not improved? Since early May of last year, I have been experiencing recurrent scabies that won't resolve. Currently, I am using Permethrin cream. Can you suggest a treatment method? It's really frustrating. A few days ago, I was almost better! Many of the r...

I hope the physician can respond~ Thank you? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about some small, pimple-like bumps that have appeared on my hands, sides of my waist, and chest. They have been present for about 4 to 5 months now. They are not painful or itchy, and I can squeeze o...

The toenail is not growing? Hello, doctor: I used to trim my nails every 2-3 days, and my fingers are normal, but at least five of my toenails have not grown for the past five years, and there are no abnormalities in the shape of the toenails. I would like to know what might be g...

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...

Nail shedding without apparent cause? Nails grow out and eventually fall off on their own after a period of time, without pain, and this is happening to more than one finger. It has been occurring for a while, and I am unsure if there is any underlying issue.

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...

Can oral cauliflower dry kisses transmit to the baby? After getting married, I had a steady sexual partner, but my husband got genital warts. He went to see a urologist and did not have genital warts. On February 14th, Valentine's Day, we celebrated by soaking in a hotel bat...