Joints, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Something that resembles a blister but is not a blister? I have developed many transparent, blister-like bumps on the joints of my fingers. They are not painful, do not itch, and are raised. I'm not sure what they are! Since I am currently working in Australia and cannot com...

Healing of corn on fingers I would like to ask Dr. Lee: When I was a child, I scratched a wound on the joint of my thumb, which later got infected and formed a corn. Recently, I bought corn patches to apply, which worked quite well, and the bacteria were eradicated. However, the ...

Eczema consultation? After the consultation, the doctor said: 1. Symptoms (location, description): The joints of the fingers and toes are itchy, red, and swollen. 2. Examination results: Diagnosed with eczema; avoid contact with water and solvents. 3. Prescribed medication: Two b...

Darkening of the finger joints on both hands? Hello Doctor: I apologize for interrupting you during your busy schedule. My main symptoms are that the joints of my fingers on both hands appear very dark. When my hands are cold, they turn purplish-black, and after exposure to hot w...

The back of the finger is itchy, similar to a mosquito bite? Recently, the backs of my fingers and toes have been very itchy, and some areas have developed rashes that resemble mosquito bites. Both my hands and feet are itchy, and the more I scratch, the itchier it becomes. There...

Raised scar on the eyelid? Can I get an injection to flatten a raised scar on my eyelid? Is it unsuitable to inject near the eyes? Additionally, can raised scars from injuries on joints or frequently moving areas be flattened? Thank you.

Purpura Doctor Zhang: Hello, I have several areas of erythema on my arms, waist, and chest. They are not itchy or painful. Could this be related to lupus erythematosus or a sexually transmitted infection? I have heard that tertiary syphilis can present this way. Is that correct? ...

Scar at the joint area? Hello doctor, my body tends to develop raised scars in areas where I have injuries, especially around joints or frequently used areas. Is there a way to flatten or eliminate these scars? Is using over-the-counter scar gels effective? Thank you.

The skin on the face has become so dry that it resembles a statue's face? Hello! I have dry skin, especially on my nose, which used to be so dry that it would peel. Now it has turned into blackheads. After washing my face, I can only remove a little bit of the blackheads. Wi...

I would like to ask the doctor about issues related to skin itching? Hello, Dr. Jiang. I have been experiencing itching on my skin for the past couple of days, which is quite uncomfortable. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. I had scabies two years ago, which event...

Is it leg hair? I was born without leg hair, except for a few fine hairs around my knees and toe joints, so my legs are very smooth. Today, I suddenly noticed a fine hair on the outer side of my right calf, about 7 centimeters above the ankle. It's quite long, over a centime...

Scleroderma Hello, what is scleroderma? How is it treated?

Rash on the hand? Dear Doctor, I apologize for interrupting you during your busy schedule. My situation is as follows: at the beginning of this month, I suddenly developed some small white bumps on the back of my right hand, located around the joints of my index and middle finge...

I don't know if it's purpura? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I have a question. This year, I have frequently noticed unexplained bruises on my body, and I often don't know how they appeared. In February, I developed an unexplained bruise above my left k...

Bitten by mosquitoes on the joints? A few days ago, I was bitten by mosquitoes in many places, such as my knees, elbows, and big toes, which have swollen quite a bit. I understand this is an immune response, but since these areas of skin are often stretched, I’m concerned about w...

I hope this is still just a skin issue? Director Jiang: Hello. Over seven years ago, you passionately treated my young daughter at Taoyuan Hospital, and both my family and I are deeply grateful. However, time cannot be reversed. The lively and lovely little girl (I wonder if you ...

Skin allergy Hello! I have never had skin allergies before, but about a month ago, I suddenly developed raised red spots that are very itchy on the joints of both legs, knees, thighs, fingers, and finger joints. I applied a common ointment for insect bites, and after enduring the...

Could you please provide more details or specify your question? Hello, doctor! My toe joints sometimes itch, and I tend to scratch them. After scratching, the affected area appears dark and looks really unattractive. Doctor, could this be considered a type of skin disease? I woul...

Finger joints Hello, my mother (50 years old) has recently noticed peeling skin on her finger joints, which is also itchy. Initially, we thought it was due to dryness, so we applied petroleum jelly, but it has not been effective, and the condition has spread (it started with one ...

Itchy areas around joints such as the hands and knees? Recently, I have been experiencing intense itching at the joints of my fingers, accompanied by peeling skin. Small, very fine bumps (not acne) have developed on the affected areas, which are similar in color to my skin (sligh...