Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 3

The palm is pinched with red lines? Recently, my palm was pinched by a machine. I immediately checked my palm and noticed red lines from the pinch mark under the skin (there was no external bleeding). After two to three weeks, the pinch mark is still present and remains very noti...

Molluscum contagiosum I would like to ask the doctor, if molluscum contagiosum resolves quickly on its own (without squeezing, with minimal contact, and no discharge or wound formation, and after two to three months, only a rough texture and pigmentation remain), is this a normal...

How long should antibiotics be taken for a burn? Hello, Doctor. On the evening of May 16, I accidentally burned my calf with a hot rod for about one second. The epidermis was pushed to one side, but it did not break or blister. I immediately rinsed it with cold water and applied ...

Experiencing sharp pain upon contact with the neck? The day before, everything felt normal, but upon waking up, I experience a sharp pain in my neck whenever it is touched. I would like to know what could be the possible reasons for this. 😭😭

Inner thigh skin Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed two or three patches of skin on the inner thigh near a sensitive area that have turned a color similar to a bruise (but there are no actual bruises), and they feel smoother than the surrounding skin. I would like to know what th...

Bauhinia's Baolijie Whitening Spot Cream After receiving pico laser treatment, there are still some pigmentation spots that have not faded. The doctor prescribed a depigmentation cream, but my skin is slightly allergic. Can I use it? If not, are there other methods to reduce...

Recurrent rashes on the limbs? I have been experiencing recurrent red rashes on my limbs for the past two months. They are not painful or itchy and typically disappear within about a week. However, a few days after they fade, new rashes appear. I consulted a dermatologist who sug...

Large black spots appearing on the scrotum? Hello, Doctor: I underwent a male sterilization procedure on October 29, and about two months later, I suddenly noticed a patch of skin in the middle of my scrotum that has turned black, forming a triangular shape from the midline of th...

Regarding the sensation of skin prickling? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a sensation I often experience on my skin when I'm outside, which feels like being "pricked by a needle." I sometimes think someone is poking me with a syringe, but it often seems l...

Female hair loss Hello doctor, I experienced significant hair loss last year. The hair on the crown and the back of my head appears normal, but my bangs have noticeably thinned out. After applying 5% minoxidil for six months, I have seen some fine hairs grow along my hairline, bu...

Recent mole removal surgery pathology report? Hello, doctor. I recently underwent mole removal surgery on the soles of my feet and under my armpit. The report for the first mole on the sole states: "Microscopically, the sections A and B reveal verruca vulgaris with hyperkera...

Why doesn't athlete's foot on the right foot spread to the left foot? I have athlete's foot on my right foot, which I have treated before, but it keeps recurring. Interestingly, my left foot has never been infected despite occasionally wearing the same socks for tw...

Painful skin during bathing, pain from scrubbing off dirt during bathing, and methods to clean the skin without pain? Hello, Doctor: First, I would like to thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to respond to my questions. I am trying to alleviate my suffering....

A bump that resembles a mosquito bite, red and itchy, that shows no signs of improvement? Red bumps have been appearing on my body intermittently. They are red and sometimes itchy. After about a week, these red bumps started to become dry, flaky, and rough. It has been three week...

It seems to be a furuncle? There is a bump on the buttocks that is pinkish-purple in color. It is very painful when pressed, feels soft to the touch, and has a smooth surface. There is no heat associated with it, but it is gradually getting larger. In the center, there appears to...

Eczema medication issues? Hello, my dermatologist diagnosed me with eczema on my foot and prescribed Betamethasone ointment. However, after applying the medication, the bottom of my foot always feels greasy. How long does it usually take for it to absorb, and is there any way to ...

Does massage make acne more inflamed? Hello, doctor. I am a fourth-year male student, and I have a red, swollen, and painful acne lesion on my face that has pus but does not show any whitehead. It has been present for about a month. I would like to ask you: 1. In order to reduce ...

Management of Puncture Wounds from Bamboo Skewers Hello Dr. Wu: Yesterday, I was pierced in the middle finger of my right hand by a bamboo skewer. At the time, I used tweezers to remove the visible splinter, but the area is still somewhat red and swollen, and it feels slightly pa...

Unexplained peeling of the palms? Hello Doctor, my fingers initially had dry, cracked skin at the tips, so I applied petroleum jelly every night. However, after two years, not only did it not improve, but it also seemed to spread, and now almost my entire palm is peeling. Sometim...

The issue of crusting with phenylephrine? Should I continue applying phenylephrine to a wound that has already scabbed over? Or should I just let the black scab fall off naturally? Thank you for your response.