Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 59

The acne persists and won't go away? Hello, doctor: Over the past few months, I suddenly developed several pimples that have not disappeared for a long time, remaining red for about two to three months. After seeing a doctor, I was told that there appears to be one on the su...

How to treat urticaria? This October, I experienced urticaria for the first time in my life. I noticed something was wrong and went to see a doctor. After taking medication, the itching stopped, but a few days after discontinuing the medication, the itching returned. Now, in Dece...

Peeling skin around the eyes? Since November, I've been experiencing peeling skin under my eyes, which varies from mild to severe. Despite applying extra moisturizer before bed, I still wake up with peeling symptoms. Sometimes it's just a small area under the eye, other...

Regarding skin tags? Dear Dr. Wu, I have a skin tag located on the front of my left armpit, approximately 0.4 cm in size. It is commonly referred to as a "skin tag" or "acrochordon." Although it is neither painful nor itchy and has not changed in size over th...

Can I apply a day cream and a hydrating gel after using tretinoin? Hello, doctor. I recently started using topical tretinoin (third generation). My nighttime skincare routine is cleansing → tretinoin → aloe vera moisturizing gel. In the morning, since I don't need to apply t...

Wounds from insect bites can be difficult to heal? I would like to ask the doctor, about two to three weeks ago, my heel was bitten by a mosquito. At that time, it was almost healed, but it oozed a clear fluid (possibly tissue fluid from the ankle?). After a week, it started to s...

Skin issues In the past two to three days, I have developed small, itchy bumps on my lower back, abdomen, and behind. They are not very red or swollen, just tiny little pimples, but they are really itchy. I initially thought it might be due to dirty bed linens and blankets, but a...

Skin issues in a four-month-old infant? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my four-month-old baby who is using Clobetasol Propionate and Getason cream on their feet and face. These medications were prescribed at the clinic. The baby's symptoms include thickened, red ski...

Penile issues Hello! My foreskin was red and swollen for two days, and although the swelling has subsided, there are now two or three straight black marks on the skin of my penis, covering about 1/4 of the circumference at the front (not encircling the entire shaft). Additionally...

The treatment process for genital warts? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts, and after undergoing electrosurgery on the affected area located on the foreskin of my external genitalia, I started applying Aldara (imiquimod) for four weeks (along with receiving t...

Itching skin? I work in a hospital, and recently a patient with scabies was admitted. I had limited contact with the patient, but I noticed many small red bumps on my arm that resemble mosquito bites, and they are itchy. I'm wondering if I might have been infected! Is it pos...

Red, swollen, raised skin that is not itchy or warm? The appearance of small areas of redness and swelling on the inner arms and thighs, resembling raised lines, without itching or warmth, may indicate a condition known as urticaria (hives) or possibly a form of dermatitis. It is...

The treatment process for genital warts? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts, and after undergoing electrosurgery on the affected area located on the foreskin of my external genitalia, I started applying Aldara (imiquimod) for four weeks (I have also received t...

Topical retinoic acid issues Doctor, I have extremely oily skin, and I have been using 0.1% first-generation retinoic acid for over a month. My skin is still peeling, but its condition has improved significantly, although it feels a bit dry. Additionally, applying skincare produc...

What are the risks associated with the removal of a cyst on the spine? Hello, I originally had a cyst on my back that was a few centimeters in size. Due to inflammation and redness, the doctor prescribed antibiotics, and after a few days, I underwent surgery for its removal. Duri...

Oral administration of isotretinoin followed by additional doses? I weigh 53 kg and am a moderate acne patient. I need to wash my face once every class due to extremely oily skin. The topical treatments and oral antibiotics have had very limited effects. It may be due to my natur...

Facial Cleansing Issues Hello doctor, how often should I exfoliate my face? I have oily skin, and if I properly cleanse and moisturize my face, is it necessary to exfoliate? Thank you!

Scabies transmission I have two questions for the doctor: 1. Is it common for scabies mites to be present in general environments? How does a person typically become infected with scabies? If someone does not have direct contact with another person but stays in a less sanitary ...

After using phenylephrine? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts at the anal area. I have undergone several sessions of electrosurgery, and later, after applying phenol, one of the warts became hard and turned white, but it hasn't fallen off yet. Should I co...

Could you please provide more specific information regarding the issues related to the genital area? Due to frequent itching in my genital area, the doctor diagnosed me with eczema and prescribed an ointment. I would like to know if the ointment will affect penile development. I ...