Others, Dermatology FAQ

Acne on the buttocks? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing a persistent raised sensation on my buttocks that feels like pimples, and it has been quite bothersome. What can I do to improve this condition?

Shingles transmission issues? Hello Doctor, I am currently 21 years old. Two years ago, my grandmother had shingles, and during that time, I frequently took care of her, going to bed around three or four in the morning and waking up at eight or nine the next day. As a result, I l...

After the treatment of viral warts, there may be a hard lump in the surrounding skin? Hello Doctor: A few months ago, I had a small pimple on the back of my hand that was persistent and somewhat inflamed. I eventually went to a dermatologist who diagnosed it as a viral infection,...

There are white spots on the face? Yesterday, I noticed several spots on my skin; some are the size of a coin, while others are larger with somewhat blurred edges. They are all painless and itch-free, and I'm unsure if they have been there for a while. My younger family memb...

Acne issues Recently, I've been experiencing various sizes of acne. Some are red, swollen, and mildly painful, while others are pus-filled. As soon as one goes down, a new one appears. Despite washing my face every morning and evening, I still feel like there's no impro...

The contagiousness of nasal herpes? Hello Doctor, I recently developed a herpes outbreak at the junction of my philtrum and nose, with the lesions located next to my nose but not extending to my lips. I have a few questions: 1. Can sharing utensils or eating together transmit the...

Male pattern baldness genetic issue? I noticed that I had male pattern baldness around the age of 20. I would like to ask whether this condition is more influenced by my mother's genes or my father's genes.

Atopic dermatitis causes dry, itchy skin, leading to an uncontrollable urge to scratch? Hello, Dr. Li. I had atopic dermatitis as a child, and I experienced runny nose during seasonal changes, but it improved as I grew up. As an adult, I had eczema once about three to four years ...

Eczema medication issues? Hello Doctor: Yesterday, my father visited a dermatologist and was diagnosed with eczema on the soles of his feet and fingers. He was prescribed Betamethasone ointment to apply. I would like to ask how long it takes for the ointment to dry. I am concerne...

Allergic skin itching? Hello, doctor. I have some food allergies that cause skin itching, such as with spices and genetically modified soybeans. Creamer causes diarrhea and skin itching. Blood tests show an allergy to dust mites. I experience coughing and need to use steroids for...

There is a small lump on the superficial muscles of the upper posterior calf after a car accident. What should I do? Hello Dr. Wu, I have a small lump on the superficial muscles at the upper back of my calf, approximately 1 cm in diameter. This lump is likely a remnant from a min...

Regarding the removal of flat warts? Dear Dr. Wu, I have some flat warts distributed on both my forearms and the backs of my hands, approximately 10 in total. The largest one is about 0.3 cm, while the others are smaller than 0.3 cm. They are not painful or itchy. I have researc...

Scalp swelling? A few years ago, I noticed a small hard lump on the back of my head. I went to the hospital for an MRI, but nothing was found, and since it wasn't painful or bothersome, I left it alone. A few days ago, after getting a haircut, it seems to have become inflame...

Fungal infection - tinea, can it be transmitted to elderly individuals when sharing a bathroom with them? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond. I have tinea corporis (ringworm) in my armpit, and I share a bathroom with an elder who does not have any skin sympto...

Cryotherapy has been effective for several years, with varying results? I have viral warts on both my fingers and toes. I've been undergoing cryotherapy for nearly two to three years, but my condition hasn't improved, so I would like to seek opinions from other doctors....

Viral warts are contagious? I am currently being treated for plantar warts and have been undergoing treatment for over a year. I feel like they are almost healed, but the doctor says they are not. I would like to know how long it typically takes to treat plantar warts that are ab...

Syphilis skin lesions on the glans? Dear Chief Physician, 1. I previously had secondary syphilis and completed a three-shot treatment at the end of March. I noticed a significant reduction in some of the syphilitic lesions, but there are still some brown spots remaining. I would...

Follow-up Inquiry #194077 Dear Dr. Wu, Thank you very much for your response and explanation regarding my inquiry in "<a href='https://adoctor.tw/article/194077'>#194077</a>". You mentioned that whether a mole has hair or is a congenital or acquir...

Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. Wu, I have a congenital nevus on the upper right side of my back, which has been present since birth. The characteristics of the nevus are as follows: (1) It is not round but elongated, with a generally symmetrical shape. (2) Its size is approximate...

Why is my skin darker now, even though I don't spend time in the sun, compared to when I used to love being outdoors? My family used to tell me that my skin had become very dark, but I didn't pay much attention to it at the time, feeling that I didn't look much dif...