Itchy skin, Dermatology FAQ

A bump that resembles a mosquito bite, red and itchy, that shows no signs of improvement? Red bumps have been appearing on my body intermittently. They are red and sometimes itchy. After about a week, these red bumps started to become dry, flaky, and rough. It has been three week...

Aloe vera gel The elderly patient experiences itching on the chest, back, and scalp, having consulted multiple doctors (including rheumatology, immunology, hematology, and oncology). They have used various topical medications (such as Atopiclair, Protopic, Pruvit, Cetaphil AD, an...

The itching is increasing and spreading more? There are many small itchy bumps, and another area that just won't heal. I would like to know what symptoms these might indicate. I want to attach a picture but I'm not sure how to do that.

Urticaria issues? I have to take antihistamines every day due to itchy skin. One day, I accidentally found out online that long-term use of antihistamines can lead to obesity, metabolic syndrome, and even diabetes. I have a habit of exercising, but I still have a belly, and I don...

Specific tests - house dust mites, dust mites Doctor, I have itchy skin and visited a dermatologist who said it was an allergy. A blood test showed elevated IgE levels (value 163.7). I also tested for 40 specific allergens, with house dust mites being extremely high (value 18.26)...

Patients with G6PD deficiency can use anti-itch ointments? I have favism, and recently I've been experiencing itchy skin that initially felt like insect bites. The itchy areas then became swollen and gradually expanded. The doctor diagnosed it as urticaria and prescribed ant...

Itchy skin on the hands with the appearance of wrinkles? Hello Dr. Wu, I have developed skin itching on my wrist (to the point of breaking the skin), and about two days later, I noticed stretch mark-like lines appearing near my wrist. I visited a dermatologist who said that the i...

Itchy skin issues? Recently, my skin has been experiencing an unusual itchiness that gets worse with scratching. This issue is occurring on my limbs and back and has persisted for several days. There are no visible changes on the skin, but occasionally I can feel a single raised ...

Skin issues I apologize, but I would like to ask a question. Whenever I feel hot or anxious, I experience a prickling sensation all over my body and intense itching (without any rash). Could you please tell me what this issue might be? Thank you.

The wound from a fire ant sting is very itchy? Hello, doctor. I was bitten by an invasive species of fire ant, and since I did not have a severe allergic reaction at the time, I did not seek medical attention. Three days later, the wound developed into a pus-filled blister. I did...

Itching after the healing of wounds from a car accident? The image shows the current condition of a wound that has healed since a motorcycle accident in July of this year. However, it has been itchy, and the reason for the itching is unclear.

Can individuals with shingles receive the COVID-19 public vaccination? The doctor advised that I should not receive the COVID-19 public vaccine within a week after getting the shingles vaccine. My last injection of the anti-inflammatory medication for shingles was on September 11...

Unknown skin disease I have been suffering from this skin condition for over a year. I have seen many doctors and applied various medications, but there has been no significant improvement. There is a small area on my skin that often feels very itchy, and I can't help but sc...

Itchy skin on the arm with no visible abnormalities? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing unexplained itching on my left forearm for the past few days, but there are no visible abnormalities. **Lifestyle and Environment**: My routine has been quite irregular lately; I have be...

The back of the right hand and wrist are dry and itchy? Hello Doctor, my right hand and wrist start to itch and become dry and cracked every winter (when the temperature drops). I have a history of allergies and have been taking antihistamines for over 15 years. The main symptoms...

Itching on the face after applying a topical ointment prescribed by a dermatologist? After the first phase of medication application, there were no discomforts. After the follow-up visit, I began the second phase, which included an additional ointment. After the first application...

Allergic skin condition Hello doctor, I have been working at an electronics factory for only a few days, specifically in the electroplating department. I have been feeling some itching in certain areas of my body, but it seems to get better after work. I checked my body and didn&...

Scratching leads to blood marks? I've been experiencing frequent itching these past few days, especially at night while sleeping. When I scratch, it leaves marks that resemble those from gua sha, but they fade away after a few hours. I haven't been scratching hard, and ...

Male pattern baldness Recently, I've been experiencing significant hair loss, so I've been consistently applying "Minoxidil" in the morning and evening. However, it seems that hair is also growing on my face and body, and it's itchy. How can a doctor help...

What are the symptoms of pruritus? Last week, I visited a public bathhouse in mainland China, and after returning to Taiwan, I started experiencing sudden itching symptoms in various parts of my body, including my hands, feet, and groin. The itchy areas sometimes appear swollen l...