Toes, Dermatology FAQ - Page 3

Concerns about the transmission of athlete's foot? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing itching between my toes for the past two weeks, and today I saw a dermatologist who diagnosed me with athlete's foot. I would like to ask: 1. Although my wife and I have our own i...

Skin issues Hello doctor, in the past few days, I have noticed that I have small, itchy bumps appearing on my arms and legs almost every day. They are slightly smaller than mosquito bites, and after they subside, they leave behind red spots that take a while to disappear. Could y...

The big toes (on both feet) have been swollen and painful for about half a month to a month. The nail matrix (the junction between the nail and the skin) has become flaky (and even missing in some areas). The nails have not been intentionally trimmed, but the area around the nail...

Nail issues (subungual hematoma after heavy pressure on the nail) Hello Doctor: Reason for consultation: 1. Recently, I accidentally applied heavy pressure to my big toes while moving a gun case, and initially, there was no pain or significant abnormality for the first two days...

Allergic reaction to cellulitis wound? On December 20, I was hospitalized for cellulitis in my foot and was discharged on December 25. I applied gentamicin ointment, but the wound did not heal and continued to produce serous fluid (similar to a burn wound), with redness and swell...

Doctor Wu, could my skin issue be a fungal infection? Can I purchase medication at the pharmacy for self-treatment? Dear Dr. Wu/Director, In recent years, my skin has developed red, spot-like rashes every autumn and winter. I have attached a photo of the affected area for your r...

How to treat pubic lice? I went to the hospital for an examination on November 23, and it has been confirmed that I have pubic lice. I only have lice in my thighs and groin area, with very few on my calves. However, I previously saw one on my hand, which I have already removed. I...

Toe skin issues Hello doctor, I have developed a thick layer of skin on the side of my toe. Initially, it was just that, but later a dark patch appeared near the nail. Now, another toe on the opposite foot has also developed a similar dark patch near the nail. Sometimes it hurts ...

Foot problems Your mother has developed wounds on her toes and the sole of her left foot. She has diabetes and is currently on medication to manage it. The right foot appears normal. I would like to know if this could be related to her diabetes.

Applying ointment to mosquito bites does not alleviate the symptoms? I have been bitten by mosquitoes since I was young, and the resulting welts are difficult to heal. In mild cases, it takes several days, while in severe cases, it can take weeks or even months to resolve. Someti...

My hands and feet are very itchy? I used to have a frequent problem with itchy hands and feet when I was younger, and I often experienced excessive sweating in my hands and feet. I had small blisters, peeling skin, and redness on my hands, and even when I applied medication, the ...

The frequency of medication application and washing for athlete's foot? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about the antifungal creams clotrimazole and bifonazole for athlete's foot. Is there any recommendation stating that "before each application" or "b...

Skin allergy Near the bushes, I suddenly felt as if my neck was bitten by mosquitoes. Instinctively, I scratched it, and within half an hour, my neck became extremely itchy. Additionally, other areas of skin that my hands touched also developed rashes, with small blisters and rai...

Skin allergy Near the bushes, I suddenly felt like my neck was being bitten by mosquitoes. Instinctively, I scratched it, and within half an hour, my neck became extremely itchy. Additionally, other areas of skin that my hands touched also developed rashes, with small blisters an...

Insect bites Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an outdoor activity I participated in on Saturday where I was bitten by mosquitoes. On Monday, in addition to itching, I noticed swelling on my face, particularly around my eyes. Starting Monday night, I began to experience it...

Athlete's foot and cellulitis? A few days ago, I was diagnosed with cellulitis between my toes on my big toe. Currently, I am primarily being treated for cellulitis. However, during the treatment, I noticed that fluid is seeping out, and it feels like I might have a macerate...

The skin around the little toe nail is painful? Hello Dr. Lee, may I ask what could be the reason for the pain in the flesh under my little toe nail? It hurts even when I wear wider shoes, and it also hurts when I'm not wearing shoes and nothing is pressing on it. Should I s...

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 ...

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...

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...