Scalp, Dermatology FAQ

Scalp sebaceous cyst surgery Hello, doctor. I recently developed a sebaceous cyst on the top of my head, but since it's located there, I have a lot of hair. I would like to ask if undergoing excision surgery would damage the hair follicles and result in hair not growing back...

Hair problems A few months ago, I started paying more attention to my hair, particularly because it was frizzy and some strands would curl after blow-drying. I began using both rinse-out and leave-in conditioners, but neither seemed to work particularly well. Recently, on a Frida...

Scalp psoriasis What type of shampoo is suitable for psoriasis?

Atopic dermatitis causes dry, itchy skin, leading to an uncontrollable urge to scratch? Hello, Dr. Li. I had atopic dermatitis as a child, and I experienced runny nose during seasonal changes, but it improved as I grew up. As an adult, I had eczema once about three to four years ...

Duration and frequency of use for hair growth lotion? 1. After confirmation by a physician, the hair loss was diagnosed as androgenetic alopecia. I have been using Minoxidil 2% out of pocket for over two months, and there has been gradual improvement. I would like to ask if, afte...

Medications for nail fungus? Hello Doctor, I have been troubled by a toenail fungus issue affecting all ten of my toes for the past few years. Last year, I visited a dermatologist from June 11, 2022, to September 1, 2022, and was prescribed 100 mg of Itraconazole capsules. I took...

Aloe vera gel The elderly patient experiences itching on the chest, back, and scalp, having consulted multiple doctors (including rheumatology, immunology, hematology, and oncology). They have used various topical medications (such as Atopiclair, Protopic, Pruvit, Cetaphil AD, an...

Is it possible for atopic dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis to occur simultaneously? Hello, doctor. I have had atopic dermatitis since childhood. Although I have been using lotions and creams for moisturizing recently, and I stick to the brands that are commonly recommended by...

Cryotherapy for warts I recently underwent cryotherapy and am now on my second session, but I've noticed hair loss. Is this normal? How long will the hair loss last? I'm really worried.

Scalp mole Hello Doctor: When I was in high school (around 16 years old), I noticed a bump on my scalp. At that time, I thought it was just a pimple on my scalp and didn't pay much attention to it. It wasn't until last summer (when I was 20) that I discovered I had two ...

After applying medication and receiving an injection for eczema, it has instead become itchier? Hello, doctor. I often experience allergic reactions when using pain relief patches (though they usually aren't very itchy, just a rough texture when touched). Recently, I develop...

Itchy scalp leading to bleeding from scratching? If you scratch your scalp until it bleeds, will there still be hair in that area? If hair is pulled out and a scab forms, will it grow back? I often pull my hair (after washing, when it's about to fall out from the follicles);...

Scalp swelling? A few years ago, I noticed a small hard lump on the back of my head. I went to the hospital for an MRI, but nothing was found, and since it wasn't painful or bothersome, I left it alone. A few days ago, after getting a haircut, it seems to have become inflame...

Moles, birthmarks If a newborn has a large area on the back of the head that appears to be either a mole or a birthmark, it is important to consult a pediatrician or a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis. They can assess the area and determine whether it requires any treatmen...

Thinning hair on the crown in a third-year junior high school student? Currently, a ninth-grade student has slightly thinning hair on the top of their head. It's not as severe as elderly baldness, but it is noticeably sparse. Classmates often comment that I am balding. I sus...

Itching issues in areas with hair? Hello, doctor. My scalp is extremely itchy most of the time. I have tried various anti-dandruff, balancing, and gentle shampoos and scalp products, but the itchiness persists. It becomes particularly itchy after washing my hair, but I feel itchy...

Scalp Sunburn Care/Sunburn Treatment Hello Dr. Wu, I have been exposed to the sun for a long time recently, and my scalp has started to feel itchy. I would like to ask you some professional questions. I have done some online research, but the information wasn't very clear. ...

The mole on my abdomen? Hello doctor, I have several spots on my abdomen that resemble moles. I'm not sure when they appeared; it could have been two or three years ago. They haven't caused me any discomfort, but I recently had a scalp tumor excised, and I feel quite an...

Unsure if it is male pattern baldness? Hello doctor, I recently noticed a curved line from the top of my head to near my forehead that is somewhat prominent, and I can see my scalp. I consulted two dermatology clinics; the first one told me that I have stage three male pattern ba...

There is a dark line on the skin of the toe, along with an itchy scalp issue? I would like to consult a doctor about a recent issue I've been experiencing, as mentioned in the subject. I would like to know what to do. I have never had scalp problems before, but they have rec...