SLE, Dermatology FAQ

Shingles transmission issues? Hello Doctor, I am currently 21 years old. Two years ago, my grandmother had shingles, and during that time, I frequently took care of her, going to bed around three or four in the morning and waking up at eight or nine the next day. As a result, I l...

Can someone with tinea and dyshidrotic eczema take a bath with their partner? Hello doctor, due to a sudden recurrence of tinea cruris and dyshidrotic eczema, I have a planned trip that includes a bathtub. I’m wondering how to prevent my partner from getting infected if we bathe ...

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...

Reactions to scabies treatment? Hello, doctor. Due to a scabies infection, I started using Benzyl Benzoate 20% lotion, and by the third day, new rashes began to appear. Is this normal? After using it for five days, due to the emergence of new rashes and itching, I consulted anoth...

Duration and frequency of use for hair growth lotion? 1. After confirmation by a physician, the hair loss was diagnosed as androgenetic alopecia. I have been using Minoxidil 2% out of pocket for over two months, and there has been gradual improvement. I would like to ask if, afte...

Is there a misdiagnosis of lupus erythematosus? Recently, I went to the hospital for urine and blood tests. The doctor indicated that the urine protein levels were elevated. After the first blood test, the doctor suspected systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and recommended furthe...

Seborrheic dermatitis with scaling and erythema? I am 16 years old and currently in the second year of high school. After a short period in my first year, I began to experience mild flaking and redness on my skin. At that time, I started to control my diet, gradually losing weigh...

Flaking and itching of the skin around the eyes? Hello doctor, after applying eye makeup and removing it on the same day, I notice a small red patch around my left eye the next morning, about 3-4 spots. They are very itchy and flaky. When I refrain from wearing eye makeup for abo...

Acne won't go away? Hello, Doctor: I have been struggling with acne since the sixth grade, continuing through my third year of college, which amounts to nearly 10 years. During my school years, I went to bed around 10-11 PM and woke up at 6 AM, so I did not have issues with ...

How many years later do I need to get the shingles vaccine again? Hello Doctor, I had shingles in 2010, which was quite severe (large areas on my left chest, left armpit, and left back). The neuropathic pain has persisted until now. I received the shingles vaccine once in October...

Infection risk! Extremely worried! Yesterday, when I stood up from a squat toilet, the lower back of my buttocks accidentally touched the wall of the restroom. As soon as I realized it, I immediately left and put on my pants. At the moment of the incident, I didn't do anythi...

Hair loss issues? Hello, doctor. Recently, I turned 30, and a year ago, my hairstylist mentioned that my hair density was decreasing. I've also noticed signs of inflammation lately, and I've observed a significant increase in hair loss while washing my hair. Although I ...

Treatment options for warts on the upper eyelid that are close to the eye? Hello Dr. Li, I have a wart on my upper eyelid that is about 0.2 cm in size (as confirmed by a dermatologist). Since it is very close to my eye, I sometimes feel discomfort as if I am frequently touching m...

Raised scar-like lesions I saw a dermatologist a long time ago, but I can't remember the name of the raised bump that developed due to friction. The bump on my calf is quite large, and I want to have it removed with laser treatment. Recently, I also noticed a small bump wher...

Can pressure be applied to the wound after a sebaceous cyst surgery? Hello Doctor, I recently had a sebaceous cyst surgery, and today is the fourth day post-operation. The incision is located on the upper left side of my buttock. Since the wound is close to my buttock, I can slig...

Pubic lice inquiry? Hello doctor, I had intimate contact with someone suspected of having pubic lice 45 days ago. For the past four days (since August 8), I have experienced occasional itching in the pubic hair area, which sometimes occurs at night while I am sleeping. However, t...

Uncertain rash Recently, after taking a shower and before going to bed, I have been experiencing itchy, raised bumps (similar in size to mosquito bites or acne) on my hands, back, legs, and buttocks. These bumps are skin-colored and not red. However, when I wake up in the morning...

Inquiry about sweating issues in the forearm? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to inquire about the issue of sweating in my arms. It is a normal physiological response for certain parts of the body to sweat in hot weather; I usually sweat from my forehead, armpits, and other areas. H...

Can male pattern baldness caused by insomnia be reversed after getting enough sleep? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if insomnia can cause male pattern baldness, and if getting enough sleep can reverse it? Thank you, doctor.

Athlete's foot issue? I have had athlete's foot for several years. Previously, using topical medications and soaking in antifungal powder helped, but it didn't last long before it returned. Today, when I woke up from sleeping on the sofa, I found my feet buried in ...