Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 58

Tight foreskin issue? Hello Doctor: The foreskin is partially tight around the edge, and it feels a bit stuck when retracting, but it is not to the point where the glans cannot be exposed. I would like to ask if I can apply Betadine ointment or Betamethasone ointment?

How to tan healthily? If you want to tan without getting sunburned, but prefer not to apply sunscreen due to concerns about the absorption of its ingredients, can you use a moisturizing body lotion instead? Will this provide any skin protection?

If you are experiencing itching in the genital area, it is advisable to see a dermatologist or a gynecologist. Self-medicating with over-the-counter creams may not be sufficient, as it is important to determine the underlying cause of the itching for appropriate treatment? Hello ...

Experiencing a stinging sensation on the penis after contact with medication, resembling symptoms of edema or a burn? Tonight, while taking a shower, I accidentally grabbed a bottle of quaternary ammonium compound that was placed nearby, resulting in exposure to it during my show...

If atopic dermatitis flares up during nighttime sleep or when the skin becomes dry in winter, how can it be improved? Additionally, what is the relationship between dermatitis and exercise? Are there any foods to avoid? Hello Dr. Lee, I am from Kaohsiung and I am experiencing i...

Shoulder lump Hello Dr. Lee, two years ago I injured my shoulder, and after recovery, a lump appeared that has not changed in size or resolved since then. What could this lump be?

What are the symptoms of pruritus? Last week, I visited a public bathhouse in mainland China, and after returning to Taiwan, I started experiencing sudden itching symptoms in various parts of my body, including my hands, feet, and groin. The itchy areas sometimes appear swollen l...

Is atopic dermatitis related to exercising or frequent nighttime urination? Or is it associated with insufficient dietary intake? Could you please specify which foods should be avoided? Hello Director Wu: I am Mr. Chen from Kaohsiung. I would like to ask you a few questions. I am...

Is it contagious? If a patient with scabies is sitting on a bus and then adjusts their hair, which involves hand movements, and I happen to walk by their seat, is it possible for the mites to transfer to me? If I keep patting my clothes, is it possible to brush off the mites? Can...

Eczema recurrence near the anal area? Hello, Doctor. I'm asking on behalf of my boyfriend. Thank you for taking the time to read this. My boyfriend has eczema located just below the anus. The doctor mentioned that excessive cleaning of the area may wash away the natural oils...

Is this considered acute urticaria? Suddenly, I have raised lines on my body that look like scratch marks, which are itchy, painful, and have a burning sensation. However, I am sure they are not from scratching, as I have them on my back as well. Could this be an allergy, or is i...

Chronic anal itching? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing itching around the anal area for several months, usually occurring at night while I sleep. I often unconsciously scratch the area. I previously underwent a colonoscopy, which ruled out pinworm issues. Initially, the doc...

The impact of eczema? I would like to ask how to determine when eczema is completely healed. I have seen a doctor many times, and after stopping medication, there is no itching; however, after a while, the itching returns. Could this be related to the body wash? My whole family u...

Black circular spots on the scalp? Dear Dr. Wu, I recently discovered a small black spot on the back of my head, approximately 0.2 to 0.3 centimeters in size. I would like to ask you the following questions: 1. Can moles develop on the scalp (where there is hair)? Is it possibl...

There is a particularly enlarged pore on the face? There is a particularly enlarged pore on my face, surrounded by some redness and swelling. It is very noticeable and protrudes from the skin. This pore is especially large and prominent; occasionally, it feels slightly itchy, but...

After treatment with retinoic acid, the skin is more prone to oiliness? I have naturally oily skin and a lot of comedones, but I don't often get acne. Recently, after six months of treatment with oral isotretinoin and topical medication prescribed by a dermatologist, I stopp...

The skin develops one or two red rashes daily, which are itchy? Hello, I have small red bumps appearing all over my skin (including my thighs, calves, upper chest, arms, and backs of my hands) every day, usually one or two at a time. They resemble mosquito bites but are slightly ...

Differences in rashes? What is the difference between the rashes caused by the feces of dead scabies mites and those caused by live scabies mites? How can one determine whether it is a recurrence due to live mites or a reaction to the remnants of dead mites? Is there a latency pe...

Persistent intermittent blisters on the skin for six months, occurring approximately every three weeks? A few hours before the formation of blisters, the skin becomes red and itchy, followed by the rapid development of blisters (which appear individually rather than densely clust...

Transmission routes of scabies? I would like to ask the doctor, is the transmission route of scabies primarily through prolonged skin-to-skin contact, which has a higher likelihood of infection? If someone is just sitting on a chair or engaging in normal daily interactions, the r...