Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Risk of Scabies Infection Hello Doctor, I am an outpatient nurse. Today, while following up in the dermatology department, a patient was diagnosed with scabies. I would like to inquire if there is a possibility of being infected with scabies after handling his health insurance ca...

Exfoliation caused by applying rhododendron flower acid? Due to prolonged standing, friction on the soles of my feet caused melanin deposition. After visiting a dermatologist, the doctor prescribed me azelaic acid and advised me to apply it thinly in the morning and evening. Afte...

Can infinite radio waves cause facial sagging? Hello, Doctor. A friend of mine has rolling acne scars and experienced significant improvement after one session of radiofrequency treatment. He recommended that I try it as I have the same issue. I have already undergone various tre...

Peeling skin on the fingers? Hello doctor, the base of my right index finger often peels, and sometimes there are wounds. What could be the issue?

Peeling skin on the right index finger? Hello doctor, recently I've noticed some peeling on the third segment of my right index finger. There is a larger wound that has turned pink, and it doesn't hurt when I remove the dead skin. What could this be?

Itching after hair removal? After hair removal in the area above the genitals, there hasn't been much issue, but as the hair begins to grow back, a few hair follicles have started to itch like hives (currently 6 spots). They are currently swollen and red, and mainly itch whe...

Skin prickling? Dear Doctor, Thank you very much for taking the time to respond to my questions. I am experiencing the following conditions throughout my body: Condition 1: I feel pain whenever I move, but it subsides when I remain still, which discourages me from moving. Cond...

[Attached image] There are red spots and patches on the inner thigh (unilateral); additionally, there are rashes on the neck that sometimes itch. Could these possibly be sexually transmitted infections? Inner thigh red spots location, close-up is clear → https://imgur.com/a/7XDl5...

There are white spots on the face? Yesterday, I noticed several spots on my skin; some are the size of a coin, while others are larger with somewhat blurred edges. They are all painless and itch-free, and I'm unsure if they have been there for a while. My younger family memb...

Granules on the chest and abdomen? Hello Dr. Wu, I have been struggling with a persistent skin issue for a long time. I have small, bump-like lesions on my body that resemble sebaceous cysts or comedones, primarily located on my abdomen, chest, and extending to my back (as shown ...

Skin color Hello, doctor. I have noticed that on the lighter areas of my body (the inner sides of my arms and legs, as well as my abdomen and chest), there are very faint red spots (I'm not sure how to describe them accurately). They are much lighter than the lesions seen in...

Skin color Hello, doctor. I have recently noticed that in areas of my body that are generally lighter (the inner sides of my arms and legs, as well as my abdomen and chest), there are very faint reddish spots (I'm not sure how to describe them accurately). They are much ligh...

There is a purplish-red spot the size of a mole on the upper eyelid? A few days ago, I noticed a purplish-red spot on my right upper eyelid, about the size of a mole. There are no similar spots on other parts of my body, and my limbs are functioning normally. However, I have been...

Nail fungal infection Hello Dr. Lee, my big toe nails have been gray for several years, with a texture similar to European bread, but they are not brittle. Last month, I saw a doctor for the first time, and he said that since there is no itching, it is not related to onychomycosi...

Acne issues Recently, I've been experiencing various sizes of acne. Some are red, swollen, and mildly painful, while others are pus-filled. As soon as one goes down, a new one appears. Despite washing my face every morning and evening, I still feel like there's no impro...

Abscess healing I would like to ask the doctor, I recently developed something resembling a boil behind my ear. I saw a doctor today, and black pus came out, leaving a somewhat deep cavity. I would like to know if this cavity will heal on its own with medication, or does it defin...

Feeling like there are bugs biting on the skin? Hello, doctor: I feel like there are bugs biting me, and using moisturizer hasn't helped. What should I do? I kindly ask for your assistance. Thank you very much.

The appearance of blue veins on the surface of the skin? Hello, doctor: One day I spent a long time under the hot sun, and when I returned, I noticed many areas on my face and body had developed blue veins. I am very distressed, as it has been about two to three years, and they h...

Small red spots appear on the fingers, and they disappear when pressed? Hello Doctor, I didn't notice when it started, but it should be recent. I have two very tiny red spots on my left ring finger. They are not close to each other; one is on the side of the finger and the o...

Circular fungal infection on the left foot with a completely white appearance? Hello Doctor: I am currently seeing a dermatologist for a circular patch of tinea on my left foot that has been progressively worsening. I have been applying a topical anti-inflammatory medication for ...