Medication, Dermatology FAQ - Page 3

Medication issues Hello Doctor: I have a problem with male pattern baldness. I visited a dermatologist who prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil. I am also taking fish oil as a supplement. Will taking these two medications along with fish oil cause any issues, or will it not have ...

Regarding medications for urticaria and male pattern baldness? Doctor, I bought Nankang Kuai De 5mg and Haokemin 5mg from the pharmacy. I take 1/4 of Kuai De daily to treat male pattern baldness, and I take one Haokemin every two to three days when I have an outbreak of urticaria...

Regarding medications for urticaria and male pattern baldness? Doctor, I bought Nankang Fast 5mg and Horkemin 5mg from the pharmacy. I take 1/4 of the Fast daily to treat male pattern baldness, and I take one Horkemin every two to three days when I have an outbreak of urticaria. ...

Oral isotretinoin issues? Hello Doctor, I previously lived in China for a while and had severe acne. I visited a local hospital there, and they prescribed oral isotretinoin from a Chinese pharmaceutical company. After returning to Taiwan, I didn't finish the medication befor...

Black spots on the abdomen? Hello Doctor: About two years ago, I noticed small brown spots near my accessory breast. After a while, I found similar spots on my abdomen, measuring approximately 1-3 centimeters. They look like café au lait spots, but they have suddenly appeared ove...

Oral medication for nail fungus? Oral terbinafine tablets are used to treat onychomycosis (fungal nail infection). After taking the medication for 28 days, if blood tests show elevated liver enzymes, the treatment should be discontinued. Are there other medications available for ...

Is it still necessary to continue treatment for onychomycosis (fungal nail infection)? I previously had a case of onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) that went untreated for three years because it was asymptomatic and did not worsen. Eventually, I sought treatment and was presc...

Rinvoq® Extended Release Tablets (15 mg) Rinvoq® ER 15 mg can I take it every two to three days due to financial constraints? (I have been self-paying for a month and my condition is very good) Thank you!

The efficacy of physical and pharmacological treatments for male pattern baldness is limited? Hello, doctor. Some of my family members have severe male pattern baldness, including my aunt, uncle, and grandmother. I started experiencing early-onset male pattern baldness at around ...

A bump on the nose that does not go away? Hello Doctor, about a week before my last menstrual period, I developed a bump on my nose that looked like a large pimple. I initially thought it was a hormonal acne, but now that my period has ended and it's been almost two weeks, t...

Steroid side effects: facial swelling, skin dullness, limb weakness? Hello Doctor: I am a patient with pemphigus. After treatment from my physician, my condition has stabilized somewhat. However, since taking the prescribed corticosteroids, I have recently experienced sudden weak...

Nail melanonychia Hello Doctor: Thank you for taking the time to answer my question; I truly appreciate it. About a year ago, I accidentally drove a nail into my finger, penetrating the nail and injuring the nail bed underneath. At the time, I didn't pay much attention to it...

Peeling skin gradually after treatment for a fungal infection? Hello, I visited a doctor for treatment of facial acne, and the doctor diagnosed it as a fungal infection. I was prescribed topical ointments and oral medications, including Denosin, Icomein, Ketosone, CHYNDACIN GEL, ...

Seborrheic dermatitis Hello, Doctor: On January 25th, I visited a dermatologist due to redness, itching, and peeling around my nostrils and cheeks. The doctor diagnosed me with seborrheic dermatitis and prescribed oral medication along with a topical cream (Fucidin). After taking...

Seborrheic dermatitis and issues related to retinoids? Hello Doctor: I have issues with acne and pimples, so I visited a dermatologist who prescribed me with clindamycin ointment and a cleanser. Additionally, my nasal wings were very dry, and the doctor prescribed me with ADE oin...

I applied the hydrocortisone ointment prescribed by the doctor, and my face has developed redness and an allergic reaction? Due to having sunspots and liver spots on my face, I visited a dermatologist and applied the medication Hydroquinone as prescribed before bed. Today, I noti...

Urticaria at the joints Hello doctor, I have developed hives over the past few days, particularly around my limbs and joints, although there are also sporadic rashes in other areas. I visited a clinic, and the doctor said it was due to changes in the weather and prescribed me med...

Butt acne and skin issues? If you have developed bumps on the buttocks on both sides of the gluteal cleft (without any lesions in the cleft itself) that are itchy, red, and swollen but not painful, it is uncertain whether it is a bacterial or fungal infection. If you decide to go...

The contagiousness and survival of viral warts? Hello, doctor. I am an anxiety patient and have searched many articles online but have not found reassuring answers. I have been taking medication under the supervision of my doctor and have improved a lot, but I still have some dou...

Cellulitis ruptured on its own? Dear Dr. Wu, Last night, the emergency physician diagnosed me with cellulitis. (All my blood test results were normal, and I did not have a fever.) Since last night, I have been taking antibiotics and changing the dressings in the morning and eve...