Understanding Scabies: Causes, Symptoms, and Care Tips
How to manage scabies? Scabies is caused by an infestation of the skin by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. The mites burrow into the skin, leading to intense itching and a rash. To care for scabies, the following steps should be taken: 1. **Medical Treatment**: Use prescription top...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
In addition to applying scabicide ointment, it should be applied to the entire body below the neck once a day for 3-5 consecutive days. Additionally, undergarments should be ironed with hot water, and bedding should be exposed to sunlight. Family members who are infected should a...[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Causes, Symptoms, and Care Tips
Understanding Scabies: Symptoms, Treatment, and Scarring Concerns
About scabies? It seems that I might have scabies... 1. What are the obvious symptoms? 2. If I have it, how should I treat it? [I have already applied medication - Scabicide] 3. Is it only transmitted through skin contact or contact with clothing? 4. Will there be scars after tre...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Scabies can cause intense itching, especially at night. You can apply permethrin cream, and clothes should be disinfected with hot water. Bed linens should be sun-dried. After treatment, there should be no scarring. You should visit a dermatology clinic for proper diagnosis and t...[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Symptoms, Treatment, and Scarring Concerns
Understanding Skin Issues: Itchy Red Spots and Rashes Explained
Poor skin condition all over the body..? Hello Dr. Jiang: 1. A few days ago, small red spots about 0.1 cm in size started appearing on my foot, which are itchy and increasing in number. What could this be? 2. Small red spots about 0.1 cm in size have also appeared on my hand re...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Your condition is most likely scabies, which is a parasitic skin infection. Treatment is required, along with disinfection of clothing. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: Itchy Red Spots and Rashes Explained
Can Liquorice Water Effectively Eliminate Scabies Mites?
Can Liuhuang water be used to eliminate scabies mites? Hello Dr. Huang: This is my third question, and I would like to thank you for your previous responses regarding the treatment of scabies. Of course, I am applying the medication to my body below the neck, but it runs out quic...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Let me describe a very common situation. After a consultation in the ward, it was announced that the patient has scabies, and the nurse immediately said, "I'm starting to feel itchy." In fact, after the first exposure to scabies mites, symptoms typically manifest a...[Read More] Can Liquorice Water Effectively Eliminate Scabies Mites?
Is Bleach Effective for Disinfecting Clothes After Scabies?
Is using bleach disinfectant effective for sanitizing clothes infected with scabies? Dear Dr. Huang, Last time you mentioned that the underwear, bed sheets, and blankets of individuals with scabies should be treated in one of the following ways (any one of these is acceptable): ...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
There is no evidence showing the effectiveness of bleach against scabies mites. The high-temperature water from a water heater usually does not reach 60 degrees Celsius (which poses a risk of burns). If you want to avoid the hassle, it's best to take your items to a laundrom...[Read More] Is Bleach Effective for Disinfecting Clothes After Scabies?
Understanding Scabies: Treatment Options and Home Care Tips
Has my whole family contracted scabies? How can we treat and cure it? Hello Dr. Huang, First, let me mention that my family lives in Kaohsiung, while I work at the Hsinchu Science Park. About two years ago, my father visited the Datong Hospital due to itching, and the doctor dia...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
It is still advisable to seek in-person medical care rather than relying on online diagnosis and prescriptions. Scabies can be effectively treated if the correct methods are followed. After the scabies mites are eliminated, there may still be some residual itching, but it will be...[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Treatment Options and Home Care Tips
Understanding Scabies Transmission Risks and Prevention Measures
Scabies is a highly contagious skin condition caused by an infestation of the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. It leads to intense itching, especially at night, Symptoms: I would like to ask the doctor about scabies. My classmate placed my textbook on the desk of a student with scabies, a...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
It's not that easy to transmit![Read More] Understanding Scabies Transmission Risks and Prevention Measures
Effective Treatments for Scabies: Options and Considerations
Scabies medication >>>>>> Hello, doctor. I just completed my military service in mid-February and after returning from Penghu, my skin has been very itchy, especially at night. I have developed red papules and have them in my armpits and groin area. I consulted ...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello: You have done a lot of homework. If you are going to the pharmacy to buy medication, you should ask the pharmacy if they have this type of medication, as the availability of medications may vary from one pharmacy to another. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Li-Chen, Dermatologist.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Scabies: Options and Considerations
Understanding Skin Issues: From Allergies to Rashes and Treatments
Skin issues? Hello Doctor, I have never had any skin-related diseases since childhood. Around the age of 16, I developed red patches all over my body that were very itchy. After consulting a dermatologist, I was diagnosed with scabies (I’m not sure about the exact term). After a ...
Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Based on your description, it is most likely a type of urticaria. In addition to avoiding triggering factors, antihistamines can generally be used to control the symptoms. However, please have a dermatologist confirm the diagnosis. Departmen...[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: From Allergies to Rashes and Treatments
Understanding Red Bumps and Itching in the Genital Area: Causes and Solutions
The skin is red and swollen? Hello, I have some personal concerns. Recently, I have developed about ten small bumps around my genital area, specifically near the testicles and around the anus. They are itchy, especially in the morning, and scratching makes the itching worse. I ha...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
You should see a dermatologist, but I believe your scrotal issue may be a consequence of scabies. Local corticosteroid injections can be used for treatment and are quite effective. Wishing you peace and may God bless you.[Read More] Understanding Red Bumps and Itching in the Genital Area: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Scabies Treatments: Benzyl Benzoate vs. Sulfur Ointment
Scabies Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you about the use of 1.25% Benzyl benzoate lotion (BB lotion): 1. How many times a day can it be applied? For how many days can it be used? Are there any side effects? What are the differences compared to sulfur ointment? 2. Is it suff...
Dr. Chen Yiying Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. First, regardless of the type of medication, it is essential to apply it to every inch of skin below the neck (including behind the ears) in adults. You should not only apply it to the localized itchy areas. Whether it is BB Lotion, sulfur oin...[Read More] Understanding Scabies Treatments: Benzyl Benzoate vs. Sulfur Ointment
Understanding Scabies: Can It Spread Before Symptoms Appear?
Scabies Scabies is caused by a mite infestation and is typically transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. Before symptoms appear, an individual may still be contagious, but the risk of transmission is generally lower if there has been minimal conta...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
The incubation period for scabies is 2-3 weeks, during which it is contagious.[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Can It Spread Before Symptoms Appear?
Understanding Persistent Itching: Possible Skin Conditions and Solutions
I have been experiencing severe itching for the past two months? I am 47 years old and entered menopause at 45. For the past two months, I have been experiencing severe itching all over my body, resembling a rash. The more I scratch, the itchier it becomes, and after scratching, ...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Dear Lily, I apologize for the delayed response after the New Year. Based on your symptoms, there are many possibilities, but they should all be treatable. I hope you can find a dermatologist at a teaching hospital for regular consultations. Sometimes, a doctor may not be able t...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Itching: Possible Skin Conditions and Solutions
Managing Persistent Skin Conditions: Seeking Effective Treatment Solutions
Itchy skin with a rash? Hello, my husband suddenly developed several skin conditions that have persisted for 8 to 9 months. He has hand dyshidrotic eczema (which is not itchy), folliculitis on his body, eczema, and seborrheic dermatitis on his scalp. This has been troubling us fo...
Dr. Zhong Yitun Reply:
The patient's skin condition includes eczema, folliculitis, and seborrheic dermatitis on the scalp, which suddenly appeared about 8-9 months ago. It is necessary to determine whether this is caused by external stimuli or allergies, which requires an examination by a dermatol...[Read More] Managing Persistent Skin Conditions: Seeking Effective Treatment Solutions
Effective Treatments and Environmental Management for Scabies
Medications and Environmental Management for Scabies Hello, doctor; 1. Can I add some lotion to the b.b lotion when applying it on scabies patients? If a bottle is usually used twice, I tend to add lotion because my skin is drier. Will this affect the effectiveness? 2. Regard...
Dr. Zhong Yitun Reply:
1. B.B. Lotion is an effective scabicide. Since the skin can become dry, it is acceptable to add some lotion. If the "pure" medication is used, there should be no burning sensation on the skin. Applying some lotion half an hour after the medication can help alleviate dr...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Environmental Management for Scabies
Understanding and Managing Keratosis: Seeking Treatment Options
Mustard gas Hello, Doctor! I have been suffering from a severe case of acne for over two months, and I have been unable to sleep for several nights in a row. I have visited several hospitals in the Kaohsiung area, including Chien Ren, Chang Gung, and Veterans General, and I reque...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Scabies does not require hospitalization; instead, it is essential to follow the treatment instructions carefully. There is no significantly different treatment provided in a hospital setting, and nurses will not apply the medication for you; you must apply it yourself. Therefore...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Keratosis: Seeking Treatment Options
Understanding Hives: Causes, Symptoms, and Natural Remedies
Is it urticaria? Hello, I discovered a rash on my body about a month ago, characterized by redness and itching. It started as a small red spot, which then began to enlarge into a rash. After scratching, the area expanded even more, and the itching became unbearable. The episodes ...
Dr. Zhong Yitun Reply:
The rash has persisted for a month, and the fact that it recurs daily is indeed concerning. If the rash appears and disappears repeatedly, it is likely to be urticaria (hives). If the rash is increasing in size and number, with some lesions remaining fixed and not fading, it coul...[Read More] Understanding Hives: Causes, Symptoms, and Natural Remedies
Effective Strategies for Managing Recurrent Scabies in Adults
Management of scabies involves several key steps: 1. ** A 55-year-old man had scabies 2-3 months ago. Under medical treatment, his symptoms improved. Unfortunately, he has experienced a recurrence. We seek your assistance in determining how to effectively cure his condition.
Dr. Liao Wenyu Reply:
First, you need to ensure that he truly has recurrent scabies. Typically, scabies can be managed with scabicides. However, if his issue is not scabies, no scabicide will alleviate the symptoms. Therefore, I would recommend that the gentleman visit our dermatology clinic for an ac...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Recurrent Scabies in Adults
Unbearable Itching During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
Pruritus? Doctor: I have been experiencing severe itching in my thighs and buttocks since I was six months pregnant. It feels like I've been bitten by many mosquitoes, and the itch is unbearable. The more I scratch, the itchier it gets, and it only occurs while I am sleeping...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, Miss: There are many causes of skin itching, including: 1. Allergies 2. Pregnancy-related urticaria 3. Dermatitis 4. Scabies 5. Underlying medical conditions. Therefore, I kindly advise you to visit a dermatologist in person to obtain the most accurate diagnosis and treatm...[Read More] Unbearable Itching During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
Understanding and Treating Itchy Groin: Causes and Solutions
Itching in the groin area? Recently, I've been experiencing a strange symptom where my genital area and groin are very itchy. I've been scratching a lot, and the skin is peeling, which is getting worse. Sometimes it seems to improve on its own, but then I start scratchi...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, sir: Your symptoms may be due to 1. scrotal dermatitis 2. tinea cruris 3. scabies or other skin conditions. Therefore, please visit a dermatologist as soon as possible for proper treatment. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding and Treating Itchy Groin: Causes and Solutions