Postpartum Rash: Causes and Treatment for Itchy Skin After Delivery
Postpartum rash Hello, doctor. The day after giving birth, I developed some small rashes on my stretch marks on my abdomen and thighs. These rashes are extremely itchy, and scratching them only makes more appear, gradually spreading to my hands and feet. I consulted with my obste...
Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Approximately one in five women experience skin itching during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. Not all skin conditions in pregnant women are directly related to pregnancy. In fact, most pregnant women’s skin itching is caused by common skin disorders that are not ...[Read More] Postpartum Rash: Causes and Treatment for Itchy Skin After Delivery
Effective Solutions for Skin Issues: Cracked Skin, Scars, and Stretch Marks
Please provide the content you would like Hello, Doctor: Previously, I asked you about the cracked, rough skin on my lower back and buttocks (which resembles a leopard pattern). You mentioned that it would be helpful to know if it gets worse in winter or summer, or if there are a...
Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Regarding issues with the lower back and buttocks that resemble "winter eczema," the focus should be on moisturizing agents or anti-inflammatory medications for treatment. There are many types of moisturizing products that can be tried. In terms of medications, o...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Skin Issues: Cracked Skin, Scars, and Stretch Marks
Managing Stretch Marks and Skin Changes During Pregnancy: Expert Advice
Stretch marks and areolas..? Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. I am currently over six months pregnant, but I have developed unwanted stretch marks on my thighs and buttocks. When I was 20 years old and pregnant with my first child, I didn't understand how to take ...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello, 1. Treatments such as intense pulsed light (IPL), pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, cold laser therapy, and dye laser can be used to improve stretch marks. Botox cannot eliminate stretch marks. Currently, our facility does not have the aforementioned equipment. These...[Read More] Managing Stretch Marks and Skin Changes During Pregnancy: Expert Advice
Expert Answers: Dealing with Stretch Marks and Hairline Concerns
Please let the doctor address my concerns? 1. The issue with my thighs is stretch marks. Don't laugh! Men can have them too. My weight has fluctuated from 58 kg to 62 kg, then to 65 kg, up to 72 kg, back to 65 kg, and now 70 kg... Is there really no solution? Can’t I apply a...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
1. It really cannot be resolved. 2. Rogaine shampoo is ineffective; Rogaine hair regrowth solution or gel is what works. If it is truly bothersome, please visit a dermatologist in person.[Read More] Expert Answers: Dealing with Stretch Marks and Hairline Concerns
Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks and Keloids in Dermatology
Keloids & Stretch Marks Are there any methods to improve stretch marks? They seem similar to pregnancy marks. Do dermatologists offer treatments for them? Also, I have developed keloids at the site where I received the BCG vaccine as a child. Are there any treatment options a...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
There is no definitively effective treatment for stretch marks. The primary treatment methods for keloids include intralesional injections of medication and/or cryotherapy and/or silicone gel sheets, which can help flatten the lesions, but they cannot be completely eliminated.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks and Keloids in Dermatology
Understanding Skin Issues: What Are Those String-Like Marks?
There are noodle-like structures near the knee (inner thigh) and the arm (close to the armpit)! Hello, Doctor: This issue has been bothering me for a long time, especially on my back (lower back area). I have linear formations that are about 5-6 cm long and 2-3 cm short. I'm...
Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
Fool! It's not a sexually transmitted disease; it's just stretch marks from puberty. It’s nothing to worry about. Wishing you peace.[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: What Are Those String-Like Marks?
Understanding Red Lines on Inner Thighs and Arms: Causes and Solutions
Inner side of the arm and inner thigh? Hello, I have some red lines on the inner thighs and the inner arms. I'm not sure what the issue might be. I used to have stretch marks, and now red lines have appeared. They don't itch or hurt, and I didn't have this problem ...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
I'm sorry, but online diagnoses are not permitted. If you are truly distressed, please visit a dermatologist in person.[Read More] Understanding Red Lines on Inner Thighs and Arms: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Purple Bruises on Inner Thigh: Causes and Concerns
Bruising on the inner thigh? I apologize for the inconvenience, but I have a question. I have a line of purple bruises on the inner side of my thigh. Initially, it was only on my left leg, but now it has slowly appeared on my right leg as well. It has been almost two months witho...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Online diagnosis is not provided. However, based on the information you provided and the physician's statement, it appears to be stretch marks, similar to those seen in pregnant women. There is no need to worry, and there are no treatment methods required, as it poses no dan...[Read More] Understanding Purple Bruises on Inner Thigh: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Leg Stretch Marks: Causes and Treatment Options
Leg creases Hello Dr. Huang: I have noticed some fine lines on the upper part of the front of my thigh, which sometimes appear red (feeling similar to small blood vessels). Most of the time, they look like stretch marks. Are they considered growth marks? Is there a way to elimina...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Online diagnosis is not possible; if this is troubling you, please visit a dermatologist in person.[Read More] Understanding Leg Stretch Marks: Causes and Treatment Options
Managing Side Effects of Oral A-Retinoids: Tips for Skin Health
Oral isotretinoin Hello, doctor. 1. I recently started taking oral isotretinoin, and my face has become extremely dry and red for the past 10-14 days. I have been using moisturizer, which has helped reduce the dryness, but my face is still quite red. Are there any other methods...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Hello! 1. Strengthening hydration and sun protection can improve symptoms. 2. Applying moisturizer will not affect the efficacy of retinoids. 3. Peeling skin or acne will naturally shed during the face-washing process; do not forcibly remove it to avoid skin injury and inflammati...[Read More] Managing Side Effects of Oral A-Retinoids: Tips for Skin Health
Effective Ways to Prevent and Reduce Stretch Marks on Skin
I have stretch marks. Can you tell me how to prevent them from getting worse? Hello~~~ I am 177 cm tall and weigh 88 kg. I have issues with my groin and thighs. Is there any way to prevent further growth or to reduce it? Please let me know. ^^
Dr. Liao Wenyu Reply:
Stretch marks occur due to rapid weight gain or growth, which causes the skin to stretch and develop lines. Therefore, avoiding these situations can help prevent their formation. As for existing stretch marks, there is currently no ideal method for complete removal.[Read More] Effective Ways to Prevent and Reduce Stretch Marks on Skin
Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks: Do They Really Work?
Stretch marks Hello Dr. Zheng, I was born in 1993 and after my second pregnancy, I developed stretch marks on my abdomen. I would like to know what methods are effective for removing them. Is stretch mark cream effective? What methods should I consider for removal? Thank you fo...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
The formation of stretch marks occurs because the connective tissue fibers are stretched and torn by the growing abdomen during pregnancy. Initially, these marks appear as pink or purple stripes, but after some time postpartum, they will gradually fade to a silvery-white or light...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Stretch Marks: Do They Really Work?
Can Stretch Marks Be Removed After Pregnancy? Effective Treatments Explained
My skin? Hello! It has been over three months since I gave birth, and the stretch marks on my body are still very noticeable. I've heard from friends that using stretch mark creams can help reduce their appearance. Is this true? If so, is it still effective to use these crea...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Stretch marks occur due to the tearing of connective tissue fibers caused by the expanding belly during pregnancy. Initially, they appear as pink or purple stripes, but over time after childbirth, they naturally fade to a silvery-white or light skin color. The primary claim of st...[Read More] Can Stretch Marks Be Removed After Pregnancy? Effective Treatments Explained
Effective Treatments for Postpartum Stretch Marks: Do They Work?
My skin? Hello, I have been three months postpartum, and the stretch marks on my abdomen have not faded. I've heard from friends that using over-the-counter stretch mark creams can help reduce them. Is it still effective for me to start using them now? If it's too late,...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
The formation of stretch marks occurs because the connective tissue fibers are stretched and torn by the growing abdomen during pregnancy. Initially, these marks appear as pink or purple stripes, and after some time postpartum, they gradually fade to a silvery-white or light skin...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Postpartum Stretch Marks: Do They Work?