Understanding and Managing Viral Warts: Expert Advice for Persistent Cases
Viral warts on the skin Hello Dr. Lee: I have been troubled by viral warts since 2013, with lesions appearing in various parts of my body. I have suffered for many years without healing. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. Can alcohol disinfection kill viral warts? 2. Can warts on...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health website http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/index.aspx?CID=14. Generally speaking, while human papillomavirus (HPV) is contagious, its transmissibility is not very high. Regular h...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Viral Warts: Expert Advice for Persistent Cases
Understanding Plantar Warts: Treatment, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Plantar wart-related issues? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you a few questions regarding plantar warts. I am currently undergoing cryotherapy. 1. Although I have received cryotherapy, I am still concerned that during the healing process, any area that comes into contact wi...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For information regarding 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. Generally, if the immune system is functioning normally, the contagiousness of viral warts is not very strong,...[Read More] Understanding Plantar Warts: Treatment, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Hives and Viral Warts: Skin Issues in Cold Climates
Urticaria, viral warts Hello Doctor, I am currently in the United States, and seeking medical care is quite complicated. I have a few questions and would like to know if there are ways to improve my situation. The area I am in is relatively dry and cold. 1. Since coming to the ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Medical regulations state that "a physician must personally examine a patient before providing treatment or prescribing medication," and therefore, online diagnosis is not permissible. If you are experiencing significant distress, it is advisable to seek medical attenti...[Read More] Understanding Hives and Viral Warts: Skin Issues in Cold Climates
Understanding Warts: Transmission Risks and Concerns for Infants
Regarding the transmission of warts? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you. I have searched for answers to similar questions but couldn't find the information I need. I have been unaware of the warts on my hands and feet, thinking they were calluses for about a year. ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: The contagiousness of viral warts is not very strong. If the baby's skin is intact, without any cuts or wounds, and the immune system is normal, you can continue to monitor the skin for any abnormalities. However, the mother may need to seek treatment from a dermatolo...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Transmission Risks and Concerns for Infants
Persistent Warts: Effective Treatment Options and Expert Advice
Incurable warts Hello Doctor, I have a wart that has developed in the webbing of my left thumb. I sought treatment as soon as I discovered it. Initially, I underwent cryotherapy once every ten days for about four months, but it did not heal. I then went to a large hospital and ha...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of 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. Since you have already tried various treatment options, you may also consider electrosurgery, surg...[Read More] Persistent Warts: Effective Treatment Options and Expert Advice
Effective Treatments for Warts: Tips for Quick Recovery and Care
Treatment of warts? I would like to ask about a wart infection I got while swimming during the summer. I later discovered a large wart on the sole of my foot. 1. I previously used a nail clipper to trim the surrounding callus of the wart. If I disinfect it with alcohol, can I use...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=521. To ensure 100% that there is no contagiousness, it is recommended to use a new nail clipper as th...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Warts: Tips for Quick Recovery and Care
Managing Eczema and Warts: Effective Solutions for Cracked Hands
Wart Eczema-Related Rich Hands Hello Doctor, my father is nearly 60 years old and works in interior decoration. He initially started treatment for viral warts on his hands, and subsequently, he began to develop cracked, thickened skin on his palms, which sometimes bleeds at the f...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is likely related to your work. Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the treatment method. Please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Managing Eczema and Warts: Effective Solutions for Cracked Hands
Can Wart Treatment Solutions Effectively Cure Viral Warts?
Use of wart treatment medications? Hello, doctor! I have several viral warts on my hand. I have visited a clinic where the doctor prescribed a wart treatment solution for me. I'm wondering if using just the wart treatment solution will be sufficient to cure the viral warts?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is possible, but it requires patience, as it takes longer than cryotherapy.[Read More] Can Wart Treatment Solutions Effectively Cure Viral Warts?
Understanding Viral Warts: What to Do If a Blister Breaks
Viral wart has burst? I underwent cryotherapy on October 28, and the next day I developed a large blister. Unfortunately, I accidentally popped it while taking a shower on October 30. My questions are: 1. Is the fluid from the blister contagious? 2. Is there a possibility of the ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For information on the causes and treatment of 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. It is quite common to develop blisters after cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen. I recommen...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: What to Do If a Blister Breaks
Understanding Recurring Warts: Treatment and Infection Concerns
Recurrent warts? Hello Doctor: A couple of years ago, I was exposed to someone with viral warts and, not paying attention, I spent some time undergoing cryotherapy until the warts disappeared. However, since I got infected, no one in my family has been spared; my brother has had ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Yes. It is contagious until fully cured.[Read More] Understanding Recurring Warts: Treatment and Infection Concerns
Preventing the Spread of Viral Warts During Cryotherapy Treatment
Transmission of viral warts? If you have a viral wart on your finger and are undergoing cryotherapy, how can you prevent transmitting it to those around you in your daily life?
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Index.aspx?CID=14. Generally speaking, the human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes viral warts is transmitted through contact with sk...[Read More] Preventing the Spread of Viral Warts During Cryotherapy Treatment
Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment and Care Tips
Viral warts issue A viral wart has appeared on my left cheek; it is dark and very hard. I have already undergone one cryotherapy session. How many sessions will it typically take for it to fall off? Can I apply breathable tape on it? Would applying salicylic acid help it to fall ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
To assess the size, there is no need to apply tape, and salicylic acid is not recommended for the face.[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts: Treatment and Care Tips
Can Viral Warts Spread Through Shared Soap? Understanding Transmission Risks
The transmission routes of viral warts? Hello, I would like to ask if viral warts on the fingers can be transmitted to the face through shared facial soap? A family member has viral warts on their hands, and since it is currently uncertain whether they have been completely treate...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It's possible.[Read More] Can Viral Warts Spread Through Shared Soap? Understanding Transmission Risks
Understanding the Contagious Nature of Warts: Your Questions Answered
Regarding the contagiousness of warts? Hello, I discovered warts on my hands and feet about 10 years ago and have been treating them for approximately 5 years. Initially, there were no significant symptoms on my hands, but later I noticed a recurrence on my foot. Recently, I trea...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It is possible. 2. It is possible. 3. It is possible, as there may be an incubation period. 4. Washing thoroughly and drying it will be fine. 5. It is possible.[Read More] Understanding the Contagious Nature of Warts: Your Questions Answered
Itchy Inner Thighs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Itching on the inner thigh? I have been experiencing symptoms similar to the ones described for a long time. Sometimes it itches so much that I scratch my skin, resulting in unknown fluid and then pain for a while (from the broken skin). Due to having more body hair, I often swea...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Medical regulations state that "a physician must personally examine a patient before providing treatment or prescribing medication..." Therefore, online diagnosis is also not permissible. If you are experiencing significant distress, it is advisable to seek medical atte...[Read More] Itchy Inner Thighs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Managing Viral Warts on Lips: Treatment Options and Expert Advice
There are 4-5 viral warts on the lips? I have white bumps in the coronal sulcus of my penis. Previously, I visited the urology department at Cathay General Hospital, where I was prescribed tetracycline to apply. The doctor mentioned it resembles warts, and if it doesn't go a...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the introduction of genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the articles on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154 and the article by Dr. Tsai Cheng-Fang from National Taiwan University Hospital...[Read More] Managing Viral Warts on Lips: Treatment Options and Expert Advice
Understanding Wart Treatment: Freezing vs. Over-the-Counter Solutions
Cryotherapy + self-purchased wart removal solution? Hello, doctor. I currently have warts on the soles of my feet and at the edges of my fingers. I want to recover quickly, so I asked the doctor if I could use topical medication in addition to cryotherapy. I received Betasalic oi...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of 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. Betasalic ointment [http://www.cbcpharma.com.tw/goods.php?id=24], which contains salicylic acid, c...[Read More] Understanding Wart Treatment: Freezing vs. Over-the-Counter Solutions
Understanding Warts: Common Questions and Concerns Explained
It seems to be a wart? 1. Can warts develop in areas where there are no fingerprints? 2. If a wart has been ignored for a long time and hasn't enlarged like those in other pictures online (mine is just flat), is that considered serious? What constitutes a serious condition...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of 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. It is recommended that if your skin abnormalities persist or worsen, you should consult a nearby d...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Common Questions and Concerns Explained
Understanding Viral Warts on Your Thumb: Treatment and Concerns
A viral wart has developed on the thumb? 1. Recently, I developed a growth on my hand (which is not painful) and visited a clinic. The doctor said it was a viral wart and emphasized that it was fine not to treat it, as it is not related to overall health. He also mentioned that e...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1 & 4. Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=522. There are many types of human papillomavirus (HPV), and the cervical cancer vaccine ...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts on Your Thumb: Treatment and Concerns
Post-Cryotherapy Care for Warts: Essential Tips and Precautions
Cryotherapy after wart virus treatment? Hello, Doctor. Because my job involves daily cleaning and washing dishes, I underwent cryotherapy for a wart virus yesterday, and today I have developed blisters, which I believe is normal. However, I have a few questions to ask you. 1. D...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=521. If you develop blisters, you can perform simple bandaging at work to prevent the blisters from ru...[Read More] Post-Cryotherapy Care for Warts: Essential Tips and Precautions