Medication, Dermatology FAQ - Page 38

Corticosteroid ointments for seborrheic dermatitis? Hello, Doctor: I have been struggling with seborrheic dermatitis for a long time, primarily affecting the T-zone. The clinic doctor prescribed Doxycycline 100 mg, corticosteroids, and topical corticosteroid ointment. When I take...

Eczema herpeticum expansion Hello, I have been suffering from dyshidrotic eczema for several years. Initially, it was only on one finger, but it has gradually spread, and now even my palms and the back of my hands are affected, with frequent blisters appearing. I would like to as...

Fingernails and skin? Hello, I accidentally injured my thumb, causing a separation between the nail and the skin underneath. After a while, I started developing small eczema on my finger that itches. The nail also became pitted and uneven. I visited the doctor twice, and both tim...

Oral isotretinoin issues? Is it normal to experience brown discharge followed by some bright red blood for about three days after taking oral isotretinoin (10 mg) and Adapalene (one tablet each in the morning and evening) for a month and a half, especially one week before my peri...

Regarding tinea corporis (ringworm)? Hello, I would like to ask about the treatment methods for tinea corporis (ringworm). I'm concerned about the possibility of fungal spores remaining in my home; what items need to be disinfected? Is the recurrence rate high if disinfectio...

There is a dark spot on the elbow? Hello doctor, I have noticed a dark spot on my right elbow over the past few days that wasn't there before. What could this be? Here is the link to the photo I uploaded: https://upload.cc/i1/2018/08/14/3Y7Qoy.jpg

Amoxicillin for treating folliculitis? I visited a dermatology clinic in Tainan around mid-June, where the doctor prescribed oral minocycline to treat my acne folliculitis. After taking it for two weeks, the doctor felt that minocycline was not effective for my acne, so he switch...

Cellulitis Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with cellulitis in both of my ankles (I have already sought medical attention). 1. The swelling has currently subsided, but it is not completely healed yet. However, the skin around the originally swollen area appears black. Will the...

Oral anti-inflammatory medications 1: I am currently taking oral tetracycline to treat acne on my chest, back, and upper arms. I am now in the seventh week of treatment. For the first six weeks, I was also taking oral anti-inflammatory medication. What exactly is meant by oral an...

There are many small blisters around the lips? Hello, I previously had cheilitis and went to see a doctor. After applying the medication, it improved, but now I still experience recurring stinging sensations. Additionally, there are many small blisters around my lips that are not...

A rash resembling tinea located in the middle of an elderly person's buttocks? Hello Doctor, today I took my grandmother to see a physician. She is 79 years old, mobile, and not bedridden; she spends more time sitting but still walks a little every day. Recently, while helpi...

Atrophic scars from shingles? In June of this year, I had an outbreak of shingles on the bridge of my nose and above my lips, which is my first recurrence since having chickenpox as a child. I took medication for a week, and the scabs took about a month to fall off. I saw a shing...

Recovery period after cyst removal? Last month, I developed a small lipoma near my ear. Before visiting the dermatologist, it was inflamed, but by the time of my appointment, the inflammation had subsided. The doctor mentioned that although it looks fine now, it would be better t...

Wart Remover Cream I visited the doctor and confirmed that I have genital warts. I applied Aldara for the first month with no effect, but by the second month, there was significant improvement. Now, in the third month, it has become worse than in the first month! Should I conside...

Melanocytic lesions I have an irregular smooth light-colored patch on my thigh. Could it be a melanocytic lesion, and do I need to see a doctor? Here are the images: http://imgur.com/rY5vaSF http://imgur.com/iCHA3Rb

Red spots on the calf? Hello doctor, I was sitting on the bed playing with my phone when I suddenly noticed three red scabs on my calf. They are not painful or itchy. I would like to ask if this could be insect bites or simply an allergic reaction? Here is the image link: https:/...

Folliculitis or rash? Attached image? I have recently noticed intense itching on my chin over the past couple of days. After researching online, I'm still unsure whether it's a rash or folliculitis. Since I'm currently in Japan, I would like to ask a physician whic...

During the treatment process for cauliflower lesions, how often should topical medication be applied? Hello doctor, I am currently using LedaMed. Initially, I had one lesion, and after two weeks of treatment, it has shrunk. However, a few days ago, I discovered another spot that ...

Nail bleeding with severe pain? Hello, my nail started feeling unusual two days ago with a slight tingling sensation. Last night, while I was sleeping, it began to hurt severely and became black, swollen, and started bleeding. I initially thought it was a fungal nail infection, b...

Medication for shingles after 2 days? Hello Doctor, on July 3rd, my father was diagnosed with shingles on his back. He noticed the rash on June 29th and applied eczema cream on his own. On the night of July 2nd, he experienced some back pain, and on July 3rd, he sought medical at...