Understanding Cryotherapy for Viral Warts: Healing and Aftercare
Cryotherapy Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a wart that developed on my toe. After undergoing cryotherapy, it is currently scabbed and has formed a hard crust. How long does it usually take for it to fall off on its own? If it does not fall off, will I need to have it sur...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Generally, it falls off in 2-3 weeks. If there is any residue, it can be re-frozen without the need for excision.[Read More] Understanding Cryotherapy for Viral Warts: Healing and Aftercare
Can Ketoconazole Cream Cause Acne Breakouts? A Dermatology Concern
After applying the medication prescribed by the doctor for tinea versicolor, I started to develop acne? I have a sweat patch at the junction of my neck and shoulders. After taking medication for four weeks, my doctor prescribed a topical treatment for the sweat patch and advised ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The medication itself should not have side effects that cause acne. You might want to consider whether the ointment is being applied too thickly, which could lead to pore blockage and subsequently result in acne. Additionally, hot weather may cause sweat to accumulate arou...[Read More] Can Ketoconazole Cream Cause Acne Breakouts? A Dermatology Concern
Common Questions About Finger Warts and Infection Prevention
Some questions about viral warts on the fingers? 1. After cryotherapy, should the treated area be isolated from other areas to prevent infection? If so, what can be used for isolation? 2. If there are viral warts on the hand, is it still safe to masturbate? Could this lead to a...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It's actually quite difficult; frequent handwashing and proactive treatment are the best strategies. 2. There are risks involved. 3. It's sufficient to focus on items that you come into contact with daily or frequently; items that are touched infrequently do not requ...[Read More] Common Questions About Finger Warts and Infection Prevention
Understanding Viral Warts: Causes, Triggers, and Treatment Insights
Viral warts issue I have had viral warts on my hands and feet, and I have undergone cryotherapy to restore their appearance to normal. I feel that I am quite prone to developing warts, as I have had them appear in various places on my hands at different times, which has led me to...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. As long as there are viral particles in the body, even if the infection is latent and the immune system is compromised, there is still a possibility of reactivation. 2. It is possible. 3. Viruses have different subtypes, and it is possible to be simultaneously infected with mu...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Causes, Triggers, and Treatment Insights
Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment, Prevention, and Recurrence Concerns
Hello, I would like to ask a question about viral warts? Hello, doctor. I have been living abroad for many years and returned to Taiwan last year. While I was overseas, I noticed a raised lesion on the sole of my foot, but since it was not painful and did not affect my walking or...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I can only say that to eradicate it, we must actively treat until none are left; otherwise, it will continue to spread.[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment, Prevention, and Recurrence Concerns
Understanding Cryotherapy for Viral Warts: What to Expect After Treatment
Cryotherapy Today, I visited a dermatology clinic, and the doctor informed me that I have a viral wart on the back of my head. They performed cryotherapy on it, and I currently have the following questions: 1. Shortly after the procedure, it developed into a blister, and I'm...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1. Acne ointments can be either exfoliating or anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. If you are unsure which type of ointment you have, if it is an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ointment containing antibiotics, it can be applied to wounds from broken blisters. 2. Whet...[Read More] Understanding Cryotherapy for Viral Warts: What to Expect After Treatment
Managing Plantar Warts: Post-Cryotherapy Care and Common Concerns
Treatment for plantar warts may involve cryotherapy, which can lead to the formation of blisters. After the procedure, proper aftercare is essential. Here are some recommended aftercare methods: 1. **Keep the area clean and dry**: Gently wash the treated area with mild soap and ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the detailed introduction on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=521. If the blister is large and painful, you can return to the clinic for the physician...[Read More] Managing Plantar Warts: Post-Cryotherapy Care and Common Concerns
Understanding Eczema Treatment and Concerns About Genital Health
Could you please provide more specific information regarding the issues related to the genital area? Due to frequent itching in my genital area, the doctor diagnosed me with eczema and prescribed an ointment. I would like to know if the ointment will affect penile development. I ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Generally, a thin layer of ointment is sufficient for application, and normal use will not affect penile development. Qualified ointments manufactured by pharmaceutical companies do not contain viruses. If the skin symptoms do not improve or worsen, it is advisable to cons...[Read More] Understanding Eczema Treatment and Concerns About Genital Health
Understanding HPV Warts: Transmission Risks and Concerns
Viral wart infection Hello Doctor, I am the one who was worried about getting a viral wart infection from a colleague. Recently, some events have occurred: 1. Last Sunday, while eating, a grain of rice fell on my palm, and I directly picked it up with my mouth and ate it. If my...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Please seek medical attention; hypothetical questions cannot be answered.[Read More] Understanding HPV Warts: Transmission Risks and Concerns
Can You Get Viral Warts in the Esophagus from Eating Contaminated Food?
Can the esophagus be infected with viral warts? Hello doctor, yesterday something happened that made me worried. While I was eating, a grain of rice fell onto my palm, and I directly picked it up with my mouth and ate it. If there were viral warts on my palm but no symptoms yet, ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Oral and pharyngeal regions are more likely.[Read More] Can You Get Viral Warts in the Esophagus from Eating Contaminated Food?
Understanding Warts: Transmission, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Wart virus, skin Hello, doctor. In April, my husband trimmed our son's toenails without realizing that one of them had a viral wart. My husband has athlete's foot and often picks at his feet. At the beginning of June, he mentioned that there was something on the bottom ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the articles on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52 and Care Online at https://www.careonline.com.tw/2017/08/warts.html?m=1. It is recommended to seek early ...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Transmission, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment Challenges and Misconceptions
Viral warts issue Hello, doctor. On June 28, I had liquid nitrogen treatment on my left index finger, and I started applying salicylic acid on July 1. After another liquid nitrogen treatment on July 5, I developed a blister. The doctor said that once the blister healed and the pe...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Your questions are hypothetical and involve medical uncertainties; your child's treatment experience may not necessarily apply to you. Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive assessment. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attenti...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment Challenges and Misconceptions
Understanding Viral Warts: Risks, Treatments, and Common Concerns
Viral warts, virus Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a few questions. 1. Two days ago, I touched fish with my finger, forgetting that I had an adhesive bandage on a finger with a viral wart, and then I licked my finger. I have been applying salicylic acid, and my tongue ha...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. There is a risk. 2. There is a possibility. 3. The lesion is not visible, so it cannot be determined. 4. The lesion is not visible, so I cannot answer you. 5. It cannot be determined. 6. I do not understand your question.[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Risks, Treatments, and Common Concerns
Can Cryotherapy Spread Viral Warts Among Multiple Patients?
Cryotherapy 147429 In cryotherapy, if a nurse treats multiple patients using the same cup and cotton swabs for different areas such as frozen feet, hands, or genital regions, is there a risk of transmitting different viral warts?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The chances are very low, so there's no need to worry too much.[Read More] Can Cryotherapy Spread Viral Warts Among Multiple Patients?
Can You Use the Same Cryotherapy Tool for Skin Tags and Warts?
Cryotherapy There are several skin-colored and brown small skin tags (about the size of a grain of salt) on your neck, and you also have viral warts on the soles of your feet. Can you use the same container and cotton swab to freeze the warts on your feet and then freeze the skin...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The probability is low.[Read More] Can You Use the Same Cryotherapy Tool for Skin Tags and Warts?
Understanding Viral Warts: Transmission Risks and Treatment Insights
Viral warts in the armpit? Hello, I would like to ask about a growth under my armpit that looks like a skin tag. After seeing a dermatologist, it was confirmed to be a viral wart, and I underwent cryotherapy. After returning home, I applied the cryotherapy ointment and accidental...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The causes and treatments of viral warts can be referenced in the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. Human papillomavirus (HPV) can be transmitted through contact with skin or mucous membranes, so it is re...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Transmission Risks and Treatment Insights
Understanding HPV Vaccine's Role in Preventing Hand Warts
Inquiry about the HPV vaccine? Hello Doctor: I have a regular habit of going to the gym, but I often get infections on my hands. The dermatologist explained that I may have a lower resistance to warts, which makes me more susceptible to infections. I would like to ask the followi...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the treatment and prevention of viral warts, you can refer to Dr. Wang Hsiao-Han's article at https://www.careonline.com.tw/2017/08/warts.html?m=11. Currently, the most widely used vaccine is the Gardasil 9, which primarily prevents genital warts caused by H...[Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccine's Role in Preventing Hand Warts
Understanding the Diagnosis of Anogenital Warts vs. Viral Warts
Diagnosis of warts? Hello, doctor. Typically, if warts are located at the base of the penis, would the diagnosis be A630 Anogenital (venereal) warts or B079 Viral wart, unspecified? After undergoing cryotherapy, the lesion fell off within a week. The doctor did not mention condyl...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. Common types of viral warts can be classified into common warts, plantar warts, flat warts, or genital wa...[Read More] Understanding the Diagnosis of Anogenital Warts vs. Viral Warts
Callus or Wart: Understanding Your Foot Skin Issues
Is it a cocoon or a chrysalis? Hello, Doctor. I have a question. I used to wear high-heeled shoes, but for the past year, I have switched to flat shoes. I have a tendency to develop cracks on the soles of my feet. About six months ago, I noticed a small, 0.2 cm hard bump on the h...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Based solely on the textual description, it is not possible to definitively diagnose whether it is a viral wart or a corn/callus-related keratotic lesion. For differential diagnosis between viral warts and corns, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Healt...[Read More] Callus or Wart: Understanding Your Foot Skin Issues
Understanding Treatment Options for Viral Warts on Toes: Expert Insights
May I ask the doctor? Dear Dr. Wu, I would like to ask about my father's condition. Recently, he has developed thick calluses on the outer sides of both big toes, and the skin on the big toes appears somewhat rough. A dermatologist diagnosed it as a viral wart and recommend...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. The combination of cryotherapy and wart treatment solution yields the best results. 2. The principles of new and old treatments remain the same. 3. It is likely that too much wart treatment solution was applied, causing it to spread to normal tissue. 4. You can try gentl...[Read More] Understanding Treatment Options for Viral Warts on Toes: Expert Insights