Understanding Crusted Scabies: Causes, Prevention, and Scar Treatment
Crusted scabies My face tends to be oily, and I have always suspected that I have acne. I often get raised bumps on my face that seem to have something inside. When I try to squeeze them, they feel like a mix of blackheads and flesh, and they are difficult to heal without extract...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Hello, sir: What you may be referring to is "nodular prurigo." The formation of nodular prurigo is quite complex and is associated with several factors: 1. A more sensitive constitution, 2. Sensitive skin, and 3. Exposure to allergens, which may include seasonal factors...[Read More] Understanding Crusted Scabies: Causes, Prevention, and Scar Treatment
Understanding Skin Allergies: Symptoms and Solutions Explained
Skin allergies and other symptoms? Dr. Zheng: I have a few questions. My neck, abdomen, legs, and hands have red, itchy spots that swell after scratching. What could these symptoms indicate? Additionally, I have a hard growth on my finger that gradually increases in size but does...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
1. Based on your description, possible diagnoses include: (1) scabies (2) urticaria. 2. The symptoms on your finger may be indicative of "warts." Based on your description, it is recommended that you visit a dermatologist in person to obtain an accurate diagnosis and ...[Read More] Understanding Skin Allergies: Symptoms and Solutions Explained
Understanding Red Bumps on Skin: Causes and Treatments
Red rash on the body? Hello Doctor: I work as a caregiver in a nursing home, and recently I have noticed many red bumps on my body that resemble acne, but they are not pus-filled and are extremely itchy. I have a large patch on my chest and abdomen, and a few on my back as well. ...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
In nursing homes or assisted living facilities, if such situations arise, one should consider the possibility of scabies being transmitted among individuals. Scabies is caused by a parasite known as the Sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows into the skin and feeds on skin flakes. Ther...[Read More] Understanding Red Bumps on Skin: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Scabies: Treatment Duration and Clothing Care Tips
Scabies Doctor: Excuse me, how long does scabies take to heal? At what temperature should clothing be treated before wearing? Why is the medication applied only below the neck? There is skin above the neck too! Thank you!
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Dr. Jin Lian-Chun from Pingtung Hospital's Dermatology Department responds: Hello, Mr. Tsai: (1) After treatment for scabies, skin itching often persists. This is due to the dead mites and their eggs in the epidermis causing allergic reactions. Therefore, it is necessary...[Read More] Understanding Scabies: Treatment Duration and Clothing Care Tips
Understanding Skin Swelling and Lesions: Causes and Solutions
The skin may swell and become ulcerated? Doctor: I'm sorry! May I ask why my skin has been swelling and breaking out like mosquito bites whenever I scratch it recently? It doesn't itch during the day, but at night it itches so much that it wakes me up. Most concerning i...
Dr. Jin Lianchun Reply:
Director Jin Lian-Chun of the Dermatology Department at Pingtung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, responds: Hello, Mr. Tsai. Based on your symptoms, the most likely diagnosis is scabies, which is a skin condition caused by an infestation of the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. It...[Read More] Understanding Skin Swelling and Lesions: Causes and Solutions