Skin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 6

Genital issues / Mole removal / Melanoma Hello doctor, last year I discovered a flat, round black mole about 0.4 centimeters in size on my labia. It is quite noticeable and dark, but it hasn't changed in size over the past year, so it seems like a typical mole. I find it str...

Is laser hair removal suitable for skin with multiple moles? Hello Dr. Wu: I have some moles on my torso (mostly concentrated in the abdomen and lower back), and I have previously undergone mole removal surgery for the larger ones, with all biopsy results showing dysplastic nevi....

Skin-colored lesions Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about something I noticed a few days ago while showering. I found a flat, oval-shaped skin-colored bump at the site where my underwear was pressing, approximately 2mm in diameter. Unfortunately, I accidentally picked it off, ...

Skin rash and pus? Hello, Doctor. I have circular red rashes of varying sizes on my thigh. The larger rashes have pus in the center and are painful when pressed, while the smaller ones do not have pus. I have seen a doctor who suspects a Staphylococcus aureus infection, but after...

Are multiple skin symptoms indicative of an immune system disorder? Hello, doctor. Over the past month, I have been experiencing various health issues. Two months ago, I was bitten by mosquitoes, and the wounds have not yet healed. Two weeks ago, I developed two ring-shaped rashe...

White dead skin on the penis? It seems that there is white dead skin on the penis due to a previous tear, which is visible on both the glans and the shaft after the wound has healed. Doctor, is there a way to remove this?

Butt acne and skin issues? If you have developed bumps on the buttocks on both sides of the gluteal cleft (without any lesions in the cleft itself) that are itchy, red, and swollen but not painful, it is uncertain whether it is a bacterial or fungal infection. If you decide to go...

Nail melanonychia Hello doctor, my mother recently mentioned that there is a black line on her big toe nail, which has been present for over a year. Today, she visited a dermatology clinic, and the doctor measured the width to be about 0.1 centimeters. Should she go to a larger h...

The contagiousness and survival of viral warts? Hello, doctor. I am an anxiety patient and have searched many articles online but have not found reassuring answers. I have been taking medication under the supervision of my doctor and have improved a lot, but I still have some dou...

Swelling of the lower lip in a 3-year-old child? Hello Doctor: This morning, I noticed that my 3-year-old son's lower lip on the right side is swollen significantly, resembling a large blister. There were no symptoms before bedtime, so I am unsure if this could be due to him...

How long should A acid be taken? Hello, I have been taking oral isotretinoin for three years and four months, at a dosage of 20 mg every other day. Can I conclude the treatment? I have not experienced any acne symptoms, and my oiliness has also improved. I weigh 66 kg.

Consultation Report Hello Doctor: Since I can only return for a follow-up next week, I would like to ask for your assistance in reviewing the pathology report to determine if it is benign. Thank you! Skin, buttock, right, excision, blue nevus. Description: The specimen submit...

Calf striae consultation? Hello Dr. Wu: Today I noticed a line or stripe about 15 centimeters long on the right side of my left calf. At first, I thought it was just a crease from wearing pants, but it hasn't disappeared. After researching online, I found that it might be a ...

Itchy rash on the abdomen and lower back that has turned into dark lesions? Hello Doctor: Has this started around last winter? I can't quite remember when it began, but my abdomen and the sides of my waist have been itchy. After scratching for a while, it has now turned dark...

Care for Furuncle Wounds Hello, doctor: The abscess has subsided, is no longer painful, and there is very little to no wound exudate. Can I apply a synthetic skin to this wound?

Underarm hair removal consultation Hello Dr. Wu, I have consulted with a dermatologist who advised against shaving armpit hair, as it may cause the regrowth to be coarser. They only recommend laser hair removal. 1. I would like to ask if using scissors will also cause the hair ...

There is a painless lump on the mons pubis? Hello doctor, I have a small hard lump on the left side of my mons pubis that has been there for a long time, but it doesn't hurt. I previously saw a gynecologist who said it was on the skin and advised me to see a dermatologist. H...

Skin itching and flaking? Last July, I visited a doctor due to skin itching, and I was diagnosed with dry skin itchiness, which I had never experienced before. The doctor mentioned it was due to a change in my constitution. I took medication and applied topical treatments, which ...

Doctor, may I ask about wound healing issues? Two weeks ago, I had a skin abrasion that formed a scab for a while. Due to taking baths, the scab came off. Now, whenever the wound comes into contact with water, it turns white. I researched online and found that this is related to ...

Changes in moles Hello, Dr. Wu! I often touch a mole on my face that is about 0.3 cm in size. It has a slightly irregular shape, and recently it has been itchy, painful, and flaky, but it hasn't grown larger. I read online that touching a mole might cause it to become inflam...