Peeling skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Will dyshidrotic eczema peel as it heals? Hello doctor, last week I developed small bumps on my palms and fingers. I saw a doctor who said it was dyshidrotic eczema. Now my fingers are peeling like this: https://imgur.com/Bbkj4vD. Can you tell me if this is healing and approximat...

There are red, circular rashes around the neck? I have never had this condition before, but recently I started noticing red, peeling skin on the edges of my neck, and there is also some under my breasts, although it's more pronounced on my neck. In the past few days, the ski...

Red spots, peeling, non-painful and non-itchy? Hello, my boyfriend (27 years old, male) has recently developed a rash and peeling skin in the groin area, specifically between the thighs and the scrotum. This has been occurring for about two to three weeks. Initially, it was not v...

Fear of infection? I work in a hospital and had contact with a patient who was under contact isolation. At that time, I was wearing a mask and gloves during the interaction. After the examination, I used alcohol-based hand sanitizer and washed my hands. I am concerned about poten...

Cellulitis Hello, doctor. My mother was hospitalized for over a month in early February due to cellulitis in both legs. The doctor felt that her condition could be managed with oral antibiotics, so she was discharged. Upon discharge, her legs had a dark coffee color, and she bega...

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...

The issue of athlete's foot? My feet sweat, and I have seen a doctor and applied a topical ointment called "Yiqingfu." Should I apply it to the areas with peeling skin, blisters, and pustules? During the application process, blisters and pustules continue to form. ...

Peeling of the nose after sun exposure? Hello Doctor: A few days ago, I went on a trip and forgot to apply sunscreen. Almost all of my exposed skin has sunburn, with my nose being the most severely affected. Currently, my nose is starting to peel and has some redness and swelling...

Peeling of the toes and the soles of the feet? Peeling skin on the toes and the front part of the soles without any wounds or blisters could simply be a case of skin exfoliation.

Allergic reaction? Doctor, I recently started experiencing peeling skin and blisters, and after seeing a doctor, I was diagnosed with athlete's foot and given an ointment. However, a few days later, I noticed small blisters on my palms. I went to see another doctor, who said...

Cleansing for acne-prone skin? Hello, Doctor! Here's the situation: I previously took oral isotretinoin and developed many closed comedones of various sizes. I have been washing my face with just water, and because I was worried about not cleaning it properly, I scrubbed a l...

Skin issues Hello, I would like to ask the doctor about some recent symptoms. I've been experiencing sudden itching in various areas of my body, including my chest, arms, armpits, and thighs. When I scratch, I notice small red, swollen patches that resemble dry, peeling skin...

Peeling skin on the soles of the feet? Hello, doctor: I have been experiencing peeling skin on the soles of my feet for some unknown reason. Both of my feet are affected. What could be the cause of this? Thank you!

Skin issues The skin initially presents with itching, and over time, it becomes lighter in color and peels. However, after peeling, hair does not grow back. Why is that? It feels very smooth after the peeling.

Red spots on the nose after sun exposure? Hello, after about 1 to 2 hours of sun exposure, I develop red spots on the tip of my nose that peel and last for several weeks. The areas of my body that are exposed to the sun also develop red spots and itch. What can I do to recover qu...

Peeling skin on the hands? Peeling skin on the hands with raised circular bumps around the affected areas may indicate a skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis, or a fungal infection. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis. Treatment opti...

Growths on the hand? Hello Dr. Lee, during this period, I have noticed some strange growths on my fingers. However, they do not resemble common warts or corns, which typically have black dots and grow upwards. Instead, they feel somewhat like a polyp and resemble the peeling skin...

Itching of the penis, peeling skin, and a lump at the base? Hello doctor, I have a lump near the base of my penis, just below my lower abdomen, that looks like a pimple. It was larger before, but it has shrunk now. It feels about the size of a pinky nail, and there is a ring of p...

The foreskin may peel? Hello, Dr. Wu. After masturbation or sexual intercourse, the outer skin of my genitals becomes red and feels bruised. Then, after two to three days, it starts to peel. When I shower, I can rub off the flakes like exfoliating dead skin, but it still hurts a ...

Peeling skin around the fingernails? My one-year-old daughter often has peeling skin around her nails or under her nails, and it is painful. Could this be due to a vitamin C deficiency or something else? What medication should I apply?