Itchy skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 3

Itching of the penis, peeling skin, and a lump at the base? Hello doctor, I have a lump near the base of my penis, just below my lower abdomen, that looks like a pimple. It was larger before, but it has shrunk now. It feels about the size of a pinky nail, and there is a ring of p...

Generalized pruritus? Doctor, I have a question. Recently, my skin has been breaking out all over my body. I looked it up online and saw that it could possibly be lymphoma. Additionally, I recently had a CT scan at the hospital, and the gastroenterologist mentioned that my abdomi...

Redness, swelling, and itching; scratching causes pain? Since last week, I have been experiencing redness, swelling, and itching on my skin, and it hurts when I scratch it. It started only on the upper left side of my back, but in the past few days, it has begun to spread to the ...

Itchy skin on the abdomen? Hello, doctor: I've been feeling some itchiness on the skin of my abdomen these past few days. It itches when I scratch it, but I don't see any rashes or signs of bites. Could this be a type of allergy?

Scabies Taking a hot shower suddenly can sometimes cause itching on the back, especially if there are no accompanying rashes. This is unlikely to be scabies, which typically presents with a rash and is caused by a mite infestation. The itching could be due to dry skin, irritation...

Elderly skin itching? Hello Doctor: My father is 65 years old, and he enjoys bathing in the hot springs at Jiaoxi every day. However, he sometimes experiences itching all over his body (especially on his back) and on the back of his knees. After seeing a doctor, the diagnosis was...

Herpes Zoster Recently, an elderly person at home developed shingles on the left shoulder. After a month of treatment, the doctor said it had healed and there was no need for further visits. However, he continues to complain about itchy skin that prevents him from sleeping. Initi...

There are small bumps on the arms and back? Hello Doctor: I have small, pimple-like bumps on my arms and back. Sometimes when I squeeze them, a small, hard, yellowish substance comes out. A friend told me that it might be "atopic dermatitis." What treatment options are ...

The skin in the pubic area may become irritated, but there are no parasites present? Hello doctor, I initially had balanitis and saw a doctor, and then the balanitis healed. After a while, the area under my groin also improved. Now, the skin in my pubic area is itchy, especially ...

The skin may itch? Hello Dr. Yang: Recently, I have been experiencing a red ring on my skin, about the size of a 50 NT dollar coin. I have seen a doctor about it, but it keeps recurring. I live in Miaoli; do you have any recommended doctors for me to see?

Skin sensitivity Hello, doctor. My skin itches, and I've seen four dermatologists who prescribed me medication for urticaria, but it doesn't seem to help. I've had itchy skin since I was young. Could it be that the itching is not caused by a skin allergy, but rathe...

There are small bumps on the elbows (left and right)? Hello Dr. Kuo: I have developed small bumps on my elbows, which resemble mosquito bites, but they are not red or swollen. It appears that small growths are forming on the surface of my skin. They become very itchy, especially ...

If you are experiencing itching in unspecified areas of the body, you should consult a dermatologist? In the past year, I have visited several dermatologists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. The dermatologist diagnosed me with allergic eczema and prescribed topical...

The skin may itch? Hello, professional doctor: My skin often has a small area that itches, and after that area itches, it moves to another location (this happens approximately every few months). It started on my foot, then moved to my waist, and finally to my neck. Each time I sc...

Itchy skin..? Hello, Doctor: When I exercise (jogging), my skin becomes very itchy, but it stops itching once I stop. Is this a type of winter itch? It also happens in the summer, but it's not as severe; it's worse in the winter. Thank you, Doctor.

The skin may itch? I went hiking on Sunday and encountered rain. I took shelter outside a restroom, and since I was wearing shorts, my legs got wet from the rain, causing them to itch. The next day, I noticed small red spots, and they especially itch in the evening. Could this be...

How can scabies be completely and fundamentally treated? Doctor, can scabies be completely eradicated? I have seen a doctor and applied medication, but I still experience outbreaks and itching, which is very bothersome. Is there anything that can completely kill those mites? Plea...

Itching skin? Hello Doctor, my father has recently been experiencing severe itching on his skin, which has led him to scratch frequently, resulting in multiple areas of broken skin that resemble the appearance of raw flesh after a burn. The wounds are mostly located on his hands ...

My skin is itchy (forwarded from the Director's mailbox)? I'm not sure why. Is it due to medication or something else? Can you assist me?

Postpartum rash Hello, doctor. The day after giving birth, I developed some small rashes on my stretch marks on my abdomen and thighs. These rashes are extremely itchy, and scratching them only makes more appear, gradually spreading to my hands and feet. I consulted with my obste...