Medication, Dermatology FAQ - Page 40

The body exhibits unexplained erythema that sometimes appears and sometimes disappears? The most recent incident of unprotected sexual intercourse occurred on January 21, 2018. Around February 12, 2018, I developed subtle erythema (systemic, but not including above the neck, the ...

Could you please check if this is a wart (cauliflower)? I have a history of genital warts for several years, but it has never been severe. In the first few years, I only had small, raised white spots that were somewhat rough in texture. Whenever I noticed these rough, raised whit...

The glans penis has developed a sore? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have developed a rash in the genital area, and I was diagnosed with scabies at the hospital. I have been applying permethrin cream below the neck for three days. However, I was unaware that the glans penis also neede...

There is a folliculitis swelling on the back of the neck approximately 10 centimeters in size? I have a folliculitis on the back of my neck that is about 10 centimeters in diameter. I have already seen a doctor, received an injection, applied medication, and taken oral medication...

Hair Issues - Hair Loss Hello Doctor, I underwent endometriosis surgery around July 2016 and received hormonal suppressants for six months, which induced a pseudo-menopausal state. After that, I switched to birth control pills for treatment. Around June 2017, I stopped the medica...

The limbs of the body have small white spots? Hello, Director Wu. I would like to ask about my skin condition. Previously, I did not have any spots, but over the past year, I suddenly developed small white spots on my limbs that disappear when I touch them. I went to China Medica...

There are similar bump-like lesions on the thigh and back of the thigh that resemble acne? Hello, doctor! Before asking my question, I have done a lot of research. The day before yesterday, after taking a shower, I noticed that there were painful lumps the size of a 5 to 10 NT do...

Family members who are exposed to scabies should receive prophylactic treatment for at least 7 days? If someone in your household has been infected with scabies for the first time, and you all took a sulfur bath after seeing a doctor, it is generally recommended to continue washi...

The appearance of small, pinpoint depressions on the nails? I am 18 years old and have been experiencing numerous small pits on the surface of my fingernails for the past three months. The pits are dot-like in appearance. My thumbs have the most pits, while other fingers have als...

Symptoms and treatment of scabies? Hello doctor, I was infected with scabies before the Lunar New Year. I applied the medication prescribed by the dermatologist (B.c.crean) for a week, and then I purchased Permethrin 5% out of pocket for full-body application. I left it on for 8 ...

Wound care after a burn injury? Hello Dr. Wu, ten days ago I burned my foot on a motorcycle exhaust pipe. On the first day, the wound appeared charred and was approximately 2 x 3 cm. On the second day, blisters formed, and I drained them myself with a needle. On the third day, th...

Black spots on the lips? I recently noticed light-colored black spots on my lips (four on the lower lip, one on the upper right lip, none inside the mouth, and no dense moles elsewhere on my body). After seeing a doctor, I was informed that my black spots are symmetrically distri...

Recurrent redness and swelling of the anal skin? Hello, I have been experiencing recurring redness and inflammation around my anal area for over six months. I have been applying medication intermittently. Recently, a doctor prescribed me Locoid, which I have been using for about ...

Can first-generation retinoids be used for daily skincare? Currently, the only topical first-generation retinoid (tretinoin 0.1%) available seems to be from the Chinese company, which is classified as a "prescription medication" (this concentration appears to be a presc...

Red rash on the body that does not itch? Recently, I developed some oval-shaped, dry, cracked lesions on my limbs and back. After seeing a dermatologist, I was diagnosed with eczema. After using topical medication and taking oral medication, there was improvement (approximately t...

There are small red bumps on the foreskin and testicles that do not itch, but there are small red bumps on the body that are very itchy! Hello doctor, I have been experiencing itching for over three weeks. I have visited dermatology and hospitals, but nothing seems to help, and i...

Oral isotretinoin, vitamin E? I would like to ask: I am currently taking oral isotretinoin at a dosage of 10 mg per day and would like to supplement with vitamin E. Will this affect the effectiveness of the oral isotretinoin, or could there be any negative consequences?

After the drainage of the sebaceous cyst, a firm lump may still remain? During the Lunar New Year period, the dermatology clinics were closed, causing my sebaceous cyst to grow larger. One day, it suddenly ruptured and began to ooze pus. The next day, I visited a dermatologist wh...

Oral warts I have had anal warts that were treated with cryotherapy for two years without recurrence, but recently I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat (I have engaged in oral sex). Could this be warts? Additionally, what are the early symptoms of o...

Athlete's foot? Dyshidrotic eczema? Pure desquamation? In April 2016, the skin between my right foot's middle toe and little toe cracked open to the point where flesh was visible. After showering, the skin between my toes would turn white and rotten, and there was a sma...