Rosacea, Dermatology FAQ

Oral isotretinoin issues? Hello, Doctor. Since middle school, I have been experiencing acne in the T-zone. Initially, I was treated with antibiotics, but my condition fluctuated. Later, I saw some improvement with glycolic acid peels and mandelic acid treatments, but I still cont...

Rosacea (Demodex mites) Hello! Background: Three years ago, I experienced frequent facial redness, itching, and peeling. A dermatologist tested for Demodex mites and found that the number of mites on my face triggered rosacea, so I had previously used two tubes of Sulfacetamide c...

Seborrheic dermatitis Hello, doctor. I have seborrheic dermatitis and have been using a steroid ointment prescribed by my doctor. After finishing the medication, I no longer have itching or peeling issues. However, the area between my eyebrows and around my nostrils has been pers...

Facial redness rosacea 1. When using Eucerin ointment to treat rosacea, should I apply the lotion first or the ointment first, or can I use both methods? 2. If there is slight redness, dryness, or burning sensation after application, are these normal side effects? 3. How long...

Is the phenomenon of urticaria normal? Hello Dr. Wu, Last Saturday night, I suddenly developed a rash. Initially, I thought it was an allergy and applied some medication on my own. However, by early Sunday morning, I noticed that the rash had increased significantly, so I went t...

Frequent facial flushing? Hello Dr. Li, recently my face often becomes flushed, usually concentrated in the T-zone, on both sides of my cheeks, around my eyes, and sometimes extending to the area around my ears and wrists. It doesn't itch, but it feels red and stinging, and ...

A acid and azelaic acid issues? Hello, doctor. I have seen many discussions online about the long-term use of acids such as retinoic acid and azelaic acid causing the appearance of telangiectasia on the face. However, after reading educational articles, I learned that these acids...

Use of ointment Hello, doctor. I was previously diagnosed with papulopustular rosacea. After treatment with antibiotics and topical metronidazole, my condition is now stable with no recurrence. However, I still have issues with acne and comedones on my face. I usually use azelaic...

Can medications for urticaria cause acne? Hello doctor, I have recently experienced an outbreak of urticaria and have been taking the following medications for about two weeks: Prednisone 5 mg (a corticosteroid), Chlorpheniramine 2 mg (an antihistamine), and Hydroxyzine 5 mg (an ...

Inquiry about rosacea medications and skincare products? Dear Dr. Wu, I was recently diagnosed with rosacea, and my doctor prescribed me with Puri Gel. I have a few questions: 1. Should it be applied to the entire face? What is the recommended amount to use at one time? 2. Does...

Inquiry about rosacea medications and skincare products? Hello Dr. Wu, I was recently diagnosed with rosacea, and my doctor prescribed me with Puri Gel. I have a few questions: 1. Should it be used on the entire face? What is the recommended amount to use at one time? 2. Does t...

As soon as I returned to the northern region, my T-zone became excessively oily? I am from the northern part of Taiwan and have been dealing with oily skin, acne, and sensitive skin since puberty. My oiliness was so severe that I had to use several oil-absorbing sheets, and regul...

As soon as I returned to the northern region, my T-zone became excessively oily? I am from the northern part of Taiwan and have had oily skin, acne, and sensitive skin since puberty. My oiliness was so severe that I had to use several oil-absorbing sheets, and regular tissue coul...

As soon as I returned to the northern region, my T-zone became excessively oily? I am from the northern part of Taiwan and have had oily skin, acne, and sensitive skin since puberty. My oiliness was so severe that I had to use several oil-absorbing sheets, and regular tissue coul...

As soon as I returned to the northern region, my T-zone became excessively oily? I am from the northern part of Taiwan and have had oily skin, acne, and sensitive skin since puberty. My oiliness was so severe that I needed to use several oil-absorbing sheets, as regular tissue co...

Keratosis pilaris and seborrheic keratosis? I would like to ask if urea can improve skin keratinization, considering that I usually use alpha hydroxy acids. Can both be used together? Additionally, I have seborrheic keratosis on my neck, back, and under my chest. I have previousl...

The dosage of Doxycycline capsules for dermatological use? Hello Doctor, in recent days I have developed many itchy red spots on my skin, so I went to the dermatology department at the hospital for a consultation. The doctor informed me that it was caused by mask acne and mild ro...

Oral isotretinoin causing blisters on the chin? Due to having rosacea, my doctor recommended taking isotretinoin (Roaccutane) three times a week. After just one week of treatment, I noticed a blister forming on my lower right chin. It's not a typical acne lesion; it's a...

Discontinuing medication for rosacea leads to a relapse? Hello, Doctor: I have been treating my rosacea for a year now. During this time, I have taken oral isotretinoin, applied sulfacetamide, and used both oral and topical medications covered by insurance. Recently, the erythema...

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...