Medication, Dermatology FAQ - Page 22

Medication treatment for sebaceous cysts? Hello, doctor. Three weeks ago, a sebaceous cyst on my buttock became inflamed and enlarged (it was about the size of a 50 NT dollar coin during high school, and has swollen to the size of a plum). Due to the pandemic, I went to the pharm...

Side effects of Phenylephrine? Due to a small cauliflower-like growth, the doctor recommended applying phenol. However, a few days after application, the surrounding area began to ulcerate and swell. The ulcerated area, along with what seems to be dead skin, is gradually merging ...

Glans issues and lip issues? Hello, Doctor. I often experience sudden redness and swelling around my lips every one to two years, sometimes accompanied by peeling and bleeding. This condition also affects my glans. On one occasion, I visited a urology and dermatology specialist, ...

Regarding the transition of Minoxidil foam to oral administration (Lonin tablets)? If I have been using Rogaine (Minoxidil 5% foam) for over five years, I experienced a shedding phase for the first three months when I started. If I switch to oral Loniten (which also contains Mino...

Enlarged pores I have slightly enlarged pores and would like to improve them. Can I purchase and apply retinoic acid (A acid) on my own? Thank you.

Itchy nail folds? I would like to consult a doctor about itching in the nail folds of my fingers. I remember that when I was very young, all of my fingers had itching on one side, but now only the index fingers on both hands still itch (the others have healed on their own long ag...

The area under the nails appears dark? Last week, I suddenly noticed that my nail looked dark. I thought it was dirt from the skin under the nail, but it wouldn't wash off. I even tried to pick at it with a needle, but couldn't get anything out. I'm also worried th...

After applying Ganderson ointment, the joint of the left foot's little toe is swollen, and the entire leg is numb? Dear Dr. Wu, I have a foreign body (fibrous splinter) near the joint of my left foot's ring toe. At the beginning of May, I went to a large hospital for a...

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...

Recurrent acne on the chin? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing acne since puberty, but in recent years, the breakouts have been concentrated on my chin, leading to frequent redness and swelling in that area. The acne tends to cluster together, especially before my menstrual ...

Paronychia issues? Can I ask if the symptoms of paronychia only require antibiotics and topical medications? Is it acceptable to clean the wound with tap water before applying the medication? If not, is there a better cleaning method you can suggest? Also, can the symptoms of par...

Unexplained red rashes and blisters on the body? Hello Doctor, in the past week or two, I have developed small red rashes on my body. They are as small as the tip of a needle and as large as a grain of rice, with colors ranging from bright red to deep red. Some of them are itchy,...

Discoloration spots appear on the lower part of the calf? Hello, doctor. I started using spray sunscreen this week, but since the length of my pants exposes a small portion of my calves, I may not have applied it evenly. I've noticed that the exposed area of my calves has de...

Concern about desquamation on the outer side of the elbow being psoriasis? Hello Doctor: In early July last year, after a few days of staying up late and sunbathing in Taitung, I suddenly developed mild scaling on the outer elbow creases of both arms the next day. A few days late...

Is it safe to receive the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine while taking finasteride for male pattern baldness? Is it safe to receive the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine while taking finasteride for male pattern baldness? I have been taking finasteride for about three weeks...

Mole growth issues? Hello, Doctor. The attached image shows a mole on my face: https://ppt.cc/fLUvjx. This mole has been present for about ten years and has been growing, although not rapidly. Two years ago, its diameter was 0.6 cm, and I just measured it at 0.7 cm. The surface i...

The inflamed sebaceous cyst has ruptured, leaving a hole? I have an inflamed sebaceous cyst, and the surrounding skin is red and swollen. The dermatologist prescribed self-paid antibiotics, as well as medications covered by health insurance, which I've been taking for six da...

Suspected lichen planus with surrounding erythematous rash? Hello Doctor, I have had a round area on my lower back for several months that has now developed hyperpigmentation and has been quite itchy. I haven't been able to see a doctor because it's inconvenient while I...

(Genital warts) Condylomata acuminata I went to see a gynecologist... The doctor said it might be a viral infection and gave me Wart-X ointment to apply at home... I would like to ask: 1. Where should I apply the ointment? Should I apply it only on the affected area or also aroun...

Suspected urticaria? Symptoms: 1. When pressure (such as pressing or rubbing) is applied to the skin, it becomes red and raised, resembling mosquito bites. 2. Foods with higher allergenic potential, such as pineapple, banana, and apple, now cause allergic reactions (previously di...