Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 47

Transparent small bumps on the ankle, dorsum of the foot, and hands? I started treatment for viral warts last year, and by early this year, I was almost done. I've been very anxious about new warts developing, so I frequently check my hands and feet. Recently, I noticed smal...

Skin infection issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a situation during my hospital examination. Since I was lying on the examination bed, the nursing staff did not use disposable paper sheets, and instead, I was on an old hospital bed that appeared to have some stains ...

Acne care issues? Hello, doctor: I have recently been using the prescription medication Tretinoin and 10 mg of oral Isotretinoin. Can I still use alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) skincare products? My skin is extremely dry and peeling, but using other skincare products tends to cause bre...

Can acid-based skincare products be used in combination with Dermalux water-soluble cream? Hello Doctor: I have acne on my face and seborrheic folliculitis on my body. Are acid-based products (such as retinol, salicylic acid, and tranexamic acid) suitable for me? Or should they b...

There are small red spots and subcutaneous bleeding on the palm and wrist of the right hand? Is it normal to suddenly notice small red spots of subcutaneous bleeding only on the palm of the right hand?

Skin issues Hello Dr. Lee, I have a specific area on my back, about the size of a 5 cm square, that often feels very itchy. The skin doesn't seem to have any abnormalities. Recently, my family examined it closely and noticed a small, slightly raised spot that resembles a seb...

Years of distress? I have been struggling with eczema for many years, and recently it has flared up after I started going to the gym. The scars and redness are distributed on my chest, back, intimate areas, and neck, but suddenly in the past couple of days, I have developed many ...

Can skin thinning caused by steroids recover? I previously used steroids for a while as advised by my doctor, but I noticed that my skin has become thinner over time and is more prone to injury and bleeding. I would like to know if there is a way to restore the thickness of my sk...

Excessive application of medication can lead to skin thinning? Hello Doctor, I previously visited a dermatology clinic due to scrotal eczema, where I was prescribed steroid medications for 3-4 months. Since then, my skin has become very thin after applying the medication. It has ...

There are flat warts on the face? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about flat warts on the face. 1. How should I apply skincare products? Is it okay to use a toner for wet compresses, or should I avoid all skincare products and only apply ointment? (Currently, I am using Fusidic...

Over the past year, my lips have been consistently dry and cracked, leading to the formation of dead skin that is peeling off? For the past year, my lips have been persistently dry and cracked, leading to the formation of dead skin that keeps peeling off. I have sought treatment ...

Skin red spots Under normal circumstances, there are red spots on the chest and upper arms (painless, non-itchy, within the skin) that do not resemble acne and are not raised. They are quite noticeable, and others often comment on their abundance. After exercise, they become more...

The eyelid is red and has not improved for a long time? Hello, last month I first noticed a rough area on my upper eyelid, which later became itchy and red, but there was no swelling. Over the past three weeks, I have seen both an ophthalmologist and a dermatologist. The ophthalm...

Cauliflower-like lesions associated with Human Papillomavirus (HPV)? 1. What are the types of human papillomavirus (HPV)? 2. How long can HPV survive on smooth surfaces or in dry environments? 3. Does everyone have HPV? What is the incubation period? Are there some people who...

Can I apply lotion during the treatment of a fungal infection? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing redness and itching in the groin and vulvar areas. The first doctor said it was dermatitis caused by friction, but after applying steroids, it keeps recurring. The second doctor...

Toe pain and itching? Hello doctor, I have developed a thick patch of skin on the side of my middle toe, which later extended to a dark patch near the nail. Initially, it was only on the middle toe, but now there is also a similar patch near the nail of my ring finger. Sometimes ...

Immune system Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with lupus erythematosus when I was young and have been under regular follow-up. Now that I am married and have moved, I found a rheumatologist who continued my care. He drew blood and said he didn't see those markers anymore and t...

Can cauliflower be transmitted through hand contact? Today, I came into contact with someone who had a genital wart infection in April. I didn't notice if he still had any lesions, but if he does and touched his lesions and then touched my nipple, is there a possibility of t...

Skin issues Last week, I noticed that the area under my left armpit was red when I looked in the mirror. After a couple of days, it felt rough and not smooth (without pain or itching). Today, upon further observation, it appears to lack elasticity and produces flakes when rubbed....

Recurrent folliculitis Hello, doctor! I was diagnosed with folliculitis this year. The doctor prescribed hydrophilic ointment, erythromycin, antihistamines, and tetracycline. My back initially improved, but my face has not healed. Recently, my face, chest, back, arms, and buttock...