Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Patients
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you would I went for an examination, and the doctor said I have genital warts. I would like to ask a few questions: 1. How long does it typically take from infection to the onset of symptoms? Can it...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello: Cauliflower is a viral infection. The incubation period varies from person to person, and individual resistance to this virus also differs. The transmission routes are not solely through sexual contact; there are other avenues such as public restrooms and hotels. Strengthe...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Patients
Understanding Armpit Hair Issues: Causes and Treatment Options
Axillary hair I often experience excessive sweating in my armpits, especially during the summer. When I take a shower, I frequently notice that my armpit hair appears white. Upon closer inspection, I realize that there is a white film covering the hair, which can be scraped off w...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
This is a specific bacterial infection known as trichomycosis. It is easily treatable; you just need to visit a dermatology clinic for diagnosis and medication. Wishing you peace, Jesus loves you.[Read More] Understanding Armpit Hair Issues: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Allergic Reactions: Skin Issues After Intimate Contact
Allergy? Hello doctor, I recently met with someone I met online, and we engaged in fondling (without intercourse). However, he ejaculated on me, and a few hours later, the area where he ejaculated started to itch, followed by the appearance of a rash. It has been 2 days, and it i...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello: Please visit a dermatology specialist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Li-Chen, Dermatology.[Read More] Understanding Allergic Reactions: Skin Issues After Intimate Contact
Effective Ointments for Early Treatment of Lip Herpes
Herpes labialis diagnosis In the early stages of oral herpes, topical treatments that can be used include antiviral creams such as acyclovir (Zovirax) and penciclovir (Denavir). These medications can help reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. If symptoms are detected earl...
Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, antiviral medications can be used for oral herpes, with acyclovir being the most common active ingredient. Due to the variety of brands available from different manufacturers in Taiwan, please pay attention to the active ingredient (generic na...[Read More] Effective Ointments for Early Treatment of Lip Herpes
Understanding Small Hard Bumps in the Groin Area: When to Seek Help
A small hard lump has developed? Two days before my last menstrual period, I felt some irritation in the genital area. After scratching it, I noticed a small hard lump near the pubic hair growth area close to my abdomen. At first, I thought it was caused by an insect bite and did...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
You should visit a dermatology clinic. If it is painful, there may be a bacterial infection. If it is not painful, it could be localized glandular swelling or hyperplasia. Wishing you peace, Jesus loves you.[Read More] Understanding Small Hard Bumps in the Groin Area: When to Seek Help
Effective Scar Treatment for Burns: Tips and Recommendations
Burn scar removal Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you about a burn I sustained on the back of my hand from hot soup on the afternoon of November 28. It is a 1st to 2nd degree burn, with a severe area measuring approximately 6 cm in length and 2 cm in width, and there are blisters p...
Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, if you have a first or second-degree burn, the likelihood of developing a true scar is low; however, there may be some pigmentation changes that will gradually fade over time. The most effective treatment is still "time." Since I can...[Read More] Effective Scar Treatment for Burns: Tips and Recommendations
Can Nail Fungus Heal? Understanding Eczema and Nail Health
Can a fungal nail infection get better? I have a bit of eczema on my thumb! I went to see a doctor who prescribed some medication to apply. Is eczema a type of fungus? Could it turn into a fungal nail infection? My nails are already uneven! Will new nails grow out? Since there ar...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Eczema is not caused by fungi, so it will not turn into nail fungus. The recovery of nails can sometimes take a long time, so there is no need to worry. Wishing you peace; Jesus loves you.[Read More] Can Nail Fungus Heal? Understanding Eczema and Nail Health
Effective Ways to Treat and Prevent Plantar Warts
How can plantar warts be completely cured? Hello... I have a wart on the sole of my right foot. After undergoing cryotherapy, it seems to be healing well~~ but now I've developed three on my left foot. Is there any way to reduce the risk of transmission, and can it be comple...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello Yu: Viral infections are transmitted through small cuts in the skin, so it is important to minimize skin damage and seek treatment from a dermatologist as soon as possible to effectively address the viral infection. Thank you for using "Taiwan e-Hospital" to ask y...[Read More] Effective Ways to Treat and Prevent Plantar Warts
Understanding Skin Bumps on the Scrotum: What You Need to Know
Could you please tell me what is causing the swelling on my testicle? Doctor, I have small bumps on my scrotum and foreskin that I noticed when I was in elementary school, and they seem to be quite dense. Are these signs of a sexually transmitted infection or a skin condition? If...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello XYZ: Based on your description, it is currently difficult to determine your exact condition. The most significant characteristic of skin diseases is that they are best assessed through visual observation and tactile examination. It is indeed challenging to convey a complete...[Read More] Understanding Skin Bumps on the Scrotum: What You Need to Know
Risks of Infection After Cryotherapy for Keloids: What You Need to Know
excuse me? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if there is a risk of wound infection after cryotherapy for keloids if large blisters develop. Does a longer duration of freezing yield better results? Thank you.
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello: If a blister ruptures, there is a risk of wound infection. The longer the freezing lasts, the greater the potential damage, which is not necessarily a good thing. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Li-Chen, Dermatologist.[Read More] Risks of Infection After Cryotherapy for Keloids: What You Need to Know
How to Clean Iodine from Wounds and Prevent Scarring?
The wound was treated with povidone-iodine but cannot be cleaned properly? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I suffered a knee abrasion and applied Betadine to the affected area. However, after applying the medication, I noticed that when I washed it with saline the next day, there was st...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello: It will gradually subside about a month after discontinuation. Whether the wound will leave a scar depends on the depth of the injury and whether there is any subsequent infection. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Li-Chen, Dermatologist.[Read More] How to Clean Iodine from Wounds and Prevent Scarring?
Understanding Transparent Skin Bumps: Causes and Treatments
Transparent protrusion Hello Dr. Jiang, recently I have developed a small transparent bump on my hand. It started with one, but now there are five. My job requires me to be in contact with water for 8 to 10 hours at a time. I tried cutting off the transparent growth, but it keeps...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
He likely has a viral infection known as a viral wart and should go to a dermatology clinic for cryotherapy. Wishing you peace, Jesus loves you.[Read More] Understanding Transparent Skin Bumps: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Genital Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Ulcers on the genital organs? Hello: My boyfriend has developed an ulcer on his genitalia, located in the fold beneath the glans. It progressed from discomfort to an ulcer in less than a week! Both my boyfriend and I are responsible individuals and have not been unfaithful; I als...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Dear Madam, Based on your description, there are several possible skin conditions: 1. Syphilis 2. Drug rash 3. Skin tumors 4. Genital herpes (the above are more common skin diseases, and there are some that are rare or have not yet occurred in Taiwan). I recommend that when you ...[Read More] Understanding Genital Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Persistent Blisters on Skin: Causes and Treatment Options
Blisters on the skin? Hello, Doctor. I have a skin issue I would like to consult you about. I frequently develop small blisters on my right finger that are somewhat itchy. After a few days, they peel, and once the peeling occurs, the blisters disappear. However, it only takes a f...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhang: Based on your description, it is suspected that you may have a skin condition such as hand eczema, but it could also be a fungal infection of the hand. I recommend that when you notice the symptoms described, you should promptly consult a dermatologist at a pub...[Read More] Persistent Blisters on Skin: Causes and Treatment Options
Can Warts Spread to the Ear? Understanding Risks and Treatments
Can warts grow inside the ear? Dear Dr. Cheng: I recently visited the doctor because I had a hard skin growth on my finger, and I found out it was a contagious wart. Before the consultation, I had damaged it, causing exposure. I also used that same finger with the wart to clean m...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello: There is a possibility of infection, but if infected, it can be treated. Currently, there have been no cases of tympanic membrane scarring leading to hearing loss due to this. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Li-Chen, Dermatologist.[Read More] Can Warts Spread to the Ear? Understanding Risks and Treatments
Grateful for Dermatology Advice: Healing Progress and No Infections
Please do not respond to me? Thank you very much, doctor, for answering my questions and giving me advice. I am already feeling better since my visit three days ago! There is only one scab left to fall off, and there are no signs of infection. I can also confirm that it’s not in ...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
You're welcome.[Read More] Grateful for Dermatology Advice: Healing Progress and No Infections
Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment, Prevention, and Immunity Concerns
Viral warts 1. After your recent cryotherapy treatment on October 5th, if you developed a blister that was accidentally popped, there is a risk of infection. To prevent infection, keep the area clean and covered with a sterile bandage. Avoid touching the blister with dirty hands,...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Viral warts are a type of contact-transmitted infection. The principle of treatment is to address them as soon as they are discovered until they completely disappear. Once they are gone, the virus is no longer present. To prevent transmission, it is important not to continuously ...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment, Prevention, and Immunity Concerns
Understanding Furunculosis: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Furunculosis Hello Doctor: My boyfriend developed small red bumps on the sides of his scalp and on his calves due to military service. They are not itchy. A visit to the dermatologist diagnosed it as folliculitis, but a few days later at a larger hospital, it was diagnosed as fur...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
The primary cause is often bacterial infection, but there are other possibilities as well. Avoid staying up late, do not put too much pressure on yourself, and prevent localized heat and humidity while keeping your clothing clean. As for the medication prescribed by the doctor, u...[Read More] Understanding Furunculosis: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Skin Conditions: What Could Be Causing Gray Patches?
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? Doctor, my mother has recently developed a skin condition on her lower leg. She keeps scratching it, and it looks very itchy. There are grayish spots that resemble a fungal infection. What could this condition be?
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello, Based on your description, it is currently difficult to ascertain your specific medical condition. The most significant characteristic of skin diseases is that they are best assessed through visual observation and tactile examination. It is indeed challenging to convey a...[Read More] Understanding Skin Conditions: What Could Be Causing Gray Patches?
Understanding Sporanox for Nail Fungus: Coverage and Costs Explained
Medications for nail fungus (onychomycosis)? Is Sporanox covered by health insurance for treating onychomycosis? I previously visited a dermatology clinic, and the doctor mentioned that each pill costs fifty NT dollars, so the entire treatment would be nearly two thousand NT doll...
Dr. Hong Zhengsheng Reply:
Hello Arthur: The National Health Insurance Administration has strict regulations regarding medications for onychomycosis (fungal nail infection), and reimbursement will only be approved if the criteria are met. I recommend that you consult with a dermatologist at the municipal h...[Read More] Understanding Sporanox for Nail Fungus: Coverage and Costs Explained