Tongue, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Cauliflower problem I recently started using Aldara to treat genital warts, but I'm not sure how I got them. I also noticed that I might have them in my mouth, specifically under my tongue and in my throat, where I feel a foreign sensation (it seems like I just started feeli...

Regarding cauliflower? 1. If there are genital warts, is it possible to develop warts on the tongue after eating something following using the restroom? 2. Is it true that many people say that warts on the tongue are difficult to treat due to the rapid spread of information onl...

Red spots on the tongue and small yellow spots on the oral mucosa? Hello Dr. Wu, I have recently noticed some red spots on the tip of my tongue and yellow patches on the oral mucosa around my teeth. However, I do not feel any discomfort or issues with eating or swallowing saliva....

The small raised bumps at the back of the tongue? I would like to ask about a small bump on the back of my tongue. It doesn't hurt or itch. Could this be a taste bud? I feel concerned because it looks like small bumps, and I'm worried it might be something like warts. S...

Cauliflower problem Hello Dr. Wu: In May of this year, I discovered warts on my genitals. After undergoing electrosurgery and applying a wart treatment cream for 2-3 sessions, it appears that there are no visible lesions left. Prior to the outbreak, I had oral sex and kissing. Re...

Cauliflower problem Hello doctor, I have a regular sexual partner and my social interactions are normal. Due to the habit of performing oral sex, he always cleans his genitals beforehand. However, I recently discovered some raised lesions at the back of my throat and under my ton...

If the tongue has cauliflower-like growths? If you accidentally develop warts on your tongue, should you see a dermatologist or an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist? Which department would be more appropriate to consult? Thank you.

Rough surface of the lips? In the past week or two, I have noticed rough patches on the surface of my upper lip, approximately 0.5 cm in size. I have heard that this could be due to "stomach cold." When it gets too dry, I tend to lick it with my tongue, which causes a s...

Regarding oral HPV (2) Hello Dr. Wu: Thank you for your previous response; it was very helpful. I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to confirm something regarding my earlier question: 1. If a male uses his tongue to lick a female's nipple, can the male contract o...

Oral HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Dr. Wu, 1. If a male uses his tongue to lick a female's nipple, can the male contract oral HPV (human papillomavirus)? 2. Following up on the previous question, have there been any reported cases of a male contracting oral HPV after licking ...

Oral ulcers (oral thrush) and HPV infection? Hello Dr. Wu: Thank you very much for your response. You mentioned that if there is live HPV on the flashlight's lens, it is possible to get infected. I fully understand this point. Lastly, I would like to ask Dr. Wu: 1. If ther...

Tongue & flashlight (continued question) Dear Dr. Wu, Thank you for your response. Your reply was: "You're welcome." However, I would like to ask Dr. Wu another question, and I hope you will forgive me. In my previous inquiry about "the penis touching a...

Oral ulcers (aphthous stomatitis) and HPV infection? Hello Dr. Wu: I am the gentleman who asked about "licking the flashlight lens." Thank you very much for your responses and explanations to my previous two questions. You mentioned that licking the flashlight lens woul...

Tongue & flashlight Hello Dr. Wu: I am the one who asked about the penis touching the table. I would like to inquire about something. Today, when I used a flashlight to check my mouth for cavities or oral abnormalities, the tip of my tongue accidentally touched the lens of th...

Pimple inside the lip? Hello, doctor. I suddenly noticed 4 or 5 yellowish bumps that seem to be filled with pus on the inner side of my lips. What could be the cause of this? When I lick them with my tongue, I seem to taste blood. Why is that? How can I get better?

Could you please tell me if this is already an HPV infection? Hello: I have recently noticed a growth at the base of my tongue, similar to the thumbnail in the link http://ppt.cc/KjY~, and for the past few days, I have been experiencing pain in my tongue. Since I engaged in oral ...

For herpes labialis and similar lesions under the tongue, you should consult a dermatologist or an oral medicine specialist? For issues related to herpes on the lips and similar lesions under the tongue, you should consult a dermatologist. However, an oral medicine specialist or ...

Hello, Dr. Huang? Dr. Huang: A few days ago, while I was eating, I had a braised egg that was very hot... I still forced myself to eat it, and as a result, the egg yolk burned the soft tissue in my mouth. The area feels swollen and painful when I touch it with my tongue... Now, e...

White spots Hello, doctor. Recently, I accidentally discovered some white raised spots in my mouth, near the corners of my cheeks. When I touch them with my tongue, they feel grainy, and it seems like they've been there for a long time, but I only noticed them recently while...

Dermatology Hello, I have many large pimples on my scalp that cause a stinging sensation and have not healed for a year. I also experience dry mouth and tongue. If I accidentally consume spicy or hot foods, the stinging sensation worsens. I often take Huanglian (Coptis chinensis)...