Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 25

Neck issues? Dear Doctor: I have a lump at the end of the hairline on the back of my neck. It was initially painful when I turned my head or moved, but after about a week, the pain subsided, although the lump is still there and feels somewhat firm when pressed. Now, almost a mont...

After using an expired whitening mask for three years and experiencing darkening of the skin, how can I restore my complexion? After using an expired whitening mask that was three years past its expiration date, the areas where the mask was applied have noticeably darkened, resem...

A mole has enlarged? I noticed that a mole seems to have enlarged after my shower; it is about 0.5 centimeters in diameter. I've been getting moles frequently, but this particular mole is a faint black, flat, and round. Should I have it biopsied? Previously, when I visited a...

Will this cause a scabies infection? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I visited a maternity and baby supplies store, and the staff enthusiastically suggested that I try their moon pillow. They laid a mat on the floor and encouraged me to lie down and hug the moon pillow. I felt embarras...

Nasal issues? I apologize for the interruption, doctor. After using a pore-clearing skincare product on my nose, it became swollen. Prior to that, I frequently pinched my nose due to blowing my nose often, and I'm not sure if the swelling is related to skin trauma from pinch...

Does Silian cream cause oily skin? Previously, the doctor prescribed me a medication for acne, which I found very effective for treating pimples, but it was too small and I couldn't find it at the pharmacy. So, I bought Silian cream (to apply in the morning and evening), but...

Syphilis-related hair loss issue? Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with syphilis at the end of July and received penicillin treatment. At that time, I was already experiencing hair loss, but in the past few days, the hair loss has not only not improved but has actually worsened. (I ...

Acid ointment Hello Doctor, I have some questions regarding acid-based ointments: (1) When I apply tretinoin on my neck to treat acne, my skin becomes very itchy. Should I stop using it to allow the redness and itching to improve, or should I continue using it consistently to t...

Treatment methods for viral warts? Hello Doctor, in mid-April this year, I had a growth on my hand that resembled a callus for a long time. I visited a clinic, and the doctor diagnosed it as a viral wart. After two sessions of cryotherapy, it fell off, and there were no small bla...

Pimples on the buttocks Hello doctor, I have had bumps on my buttocks for several years, which have gradually spread and turned purple. Initially, I thought it was due to prolonged sitting, puberty, and poor health, so I didn't seek medical attention. However, I have noticed...

Questions related to Vitamin A acid? Hello, Doctor. I have three questions to ask: 1. I often develop small viral warts on my hands and frequently seek treatment from a dermatologist. Since they are small, they can usually be treated in one or two sessions, but new ones quickly...

If you experience itching after being diagnosed, should you see a dermatologist? My boyfriend was diagnosed in June, and after a month, his upper lip suddenly swelled (he does not have a history of allergies). He visited a dermatologist and took medication, but the symptoms recur...

Can stress acne be cured even with oral isotretinoin? Hello, doctor. I have been struggling with acne since middle school, and it was most severe during my senior year of high school when stress caused my face to break out with pustular acne, making me feel disfigured. Later, fro...

The oiliness of the face and scalp is becoming increasingly severe? I have had oily skin since high school, but it wasn't very severe at that time, and regular facial cleansers were sufficient to keep it clean. However, it worsened after I entered college, and recently, I ca...

The mole has enlarged and become raised? Hello Dr. Wu, I am a middle school student. Recently, I have been picking at a mole (which is raised), often removing the skin (without bleeding), and the mole has been getting larger (about 0.6 cm). I would like to ask: 1. What could happ...

Removal of dark circles? Hello, doctor. I have noticed since elementary school that the skin around my eyes is a deep brown color, resembling a panda (though not as dark). I have nasal allergies, and no matter how well I sleep, I still have dark circles. My upper eyelids feel qui...

The skin feels like there are cavities underneath? Doctor, I would like to ask about my calf. The skin has darkened, and when I touch it, I feel pain and an uneven texture, as if there are many small cavities under the skin. Could you please tell me what this condition might be?

Skin abrasion issues? Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. I went cycling for exercise tonight and accidentally scraped the skin on my thigh and below my navel after hitting a speed bump. I would like to know if Xingbei Tajiant Cream (which contains betamethasone and gen...

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...