Rash, Dermatology FAQ - Page 5

Recurrent allergic dermatitis and dyshidrotic eczema? Hello Doctor, I suspect that my allergy source is from riding my bicycle past a factory on July 12, where there was a large amount of sand and gravel. That evening after riding, I noticed itching on my neck, and the rash gradu...

I have itchy papules on my body? Hello, doctor. I have dry and sensitive skin, and during the summer, I easily develop itchy bumps on my skin. If I scratch them, they turn into red rashes, usually located around the joints of my hands and feet. This year, for some reason, I have ...

If you are experiencing persistent fever and abdominal pain after receiving treatment for shingles, you should consider returning for a follow-up appointment? Hello, Doctor. I am currently in the United States. About five days ago, I developed a rash near my coccyx close to my bu...

Rash resembling acne on the neck? Hello Doctor: In January 2021, I suddenly developed red, pimple-like rashes on both sides of my neck that were itchy, prompting me to seek medical attention (I had never experienced this before). I visited two clinics, and the doctors prescribed ...

Facial erythema? From approximately January 2021 to June 2021, the nasolabial folds extended upwards to the sides of the nasal bridge (without affecting the nostrils) and downwards around the lips, ultimately reaching the chin, forming a triangular shape without touching the lips...

Is it necessary to continue taking oral medication for widespread eczema, or is it sufficient to use topical ointments to relieve itching? Initially, the back of my hand was very dry, which led to peeling and hardening of the skin, followed by a mild allergic reaction in a small ...

Unexplained red rashes and blisters on the body? Hello Doctor, in the past week or two, I have developed small red rashes on my body. They are as small as the tip of a needle and as large as a grain of rice, with colors ranging from bright red to deep red. Some of them are itchy,...

Concern about desquamation on the outer side of the elbow being psoriasis? Hello Doctor: In early July last year, after a few days of staying up late and sunbathing in Taitung, I suddenly developed mild scaling on the outer elbow creases of both arms the next day. A few days late...

Suspected lichen planus with surrounding erythematous rash? Hello Doctor, I have had a round area on my lower back for several months that has now developed hyperpigmentation and has been quite itchy. I haven't been able to see a doctor because it's inconvenient while I...

Itchy red rash on the body? Hello Dr. Lee, About two weeks ago, I ate crab and shrimp, and the next day I developed a rash on my body. It doesn't resemble the patchy appearance of hives that I have experienced in the past, which typically resolve quickly. Instead, it appear...

Skin itching allergy The medication containing the ingredient FINASTERIDE can cause allergic skin reactions, including itching and rashes. It appears that after taking the medication Rogaine last month, you experienced skin itching and rashes, which improved after discontinuation...

Hair loss (M-shaped receding hairline on both sides of the forehead + loss of widow's peak) + thinning eyebrows (near the nasal area)? Hello doctors, I would like to inquire if there are any other potential causes for my hair loss and eyebrow loss aside from my current medic...

Is there a correlation between a positive ANA test and the presence of rashes? Hello Doctor, I have had two miscarriages within a year. Following the advice of my obstetrician-gynecologist, I underwent immunological testing in the rheumatology department. The results showed a pos...

Allergic reaction to cellulitis wound? On December 20, I was hospitalized for cellulitis in my foot and was discharged on December 25. I applied gentamicin ointment, but the wound did not heal and continued to produce serous fluid (similar to a burn wound), with redness and swell...

The back of the right hand and wrist are dry and itchy? Hello Doctor, my right hand and wrist start to itch and become dry and cracked every winter (when the temperature drops). I have a history of allergies and have been taking antihistamines for over 15 years. The main symptoms...

Persistent rash on both legs? Hello Dr. Wu, I go to the hot springs 2 to 3 times a week, with a temperature of about 40 degrees Celsius. Recently, I have noticed red rashes on both of my legs that do not go away, do not hurt, and do not itch. They appear to be spreading on my leg...

Doctor Wu, could my skin issue be a fungal infection? Can I purchase medication at the pharmacy for self-treatment? Dear Dr. Wu/Director, In recent years, my skin has developed red, spot-like rashes every autumn and winter. I have attached a photo of the affected area for your r...

Unexplained rash on the thigh? It has been two months, and there is no pain or itching, but there is a red ring around a scar that looks like a burn from a cigarette, with a thickened center. I just visited a clinic, and the doctor said they had never seen anything like it. Does ...

Leg rash Hello, doctor: Recently, I have developed a rash on my thigh and some on my back. It is neither painful nor itchy. What could it be, and do I need to see a doctor?

Pubic lice issue Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask, after having intimate contact with someone suspected of having a pubic lice infestation, how long should one wait without noticing any signs of infection to be certain that they are not infected? Additionally, besides seeing th...