Understanding HPV: Concerns, Vaccination, and Safe Practices
My test results confirm that there is something, but I am very worried that nothing will actually develop? Recently, my boyfriend and I noticed something resembling warts near his foreskin. For about two months, we didn't pay much attention to it, thinking it wasn't ser...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Having a sexual partner or multiple sexual partners places individuals in a high-risk group. 2. It is not recommended to engage in excessive sexual activity during treatment. 3. Vaccination provides some level of protection.[Read More] Understanding HPV: Concerns, Vaccination, and Safe Practices
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
Can Women Get Vaccinated During Cauliflower Treatment? Insights and Advice
Inquiry about cauliflower? If a woman is diagnosed with genital warts and is undergoing treatment, should she wait until the treatment is completed before getting vaccinated? Will the effectiveness of the vaccine be significantly reduced? Should her male partner also get checked,...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Should I wait until after treatment to get vaccinated? It's uncertain; you can consult an infectious disease specialist. 2. It is necessary.[Read More] Can Women Get Vaccinated During Cauliflower Treatment? Insights and Advice
Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Time
Warts growing under the foreskin of the genitalia? Doctor, I have developed something that looks like a pimple on the area of the foreskin and urethra. I visited a urologist, and the doctor said it is a wart. Is this the same as a cauliflower wart? However, it doesn't look l...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The recovery time depends on the location and number of lesions, as well as the adherence to treatment.[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Time
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
Concerns About Skin Issues: Warts or Hemorrhoids?
Concerned whether it is a cauliflower-like growth or an external hemorrhoid? Hello, doctor. I am a homosexual male and engage in safe sexual practices. However, I frequently visit gyms and saunas, where I am often naked. Recently, I thought I had hemorrhoids and took medication t...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Due to the insufficient resolution of the photo and the hair obstructing the lesion, it is recommended that if your skin abnormality persists or worsens, you should consult a nearby dermatologist for a definitive diagnosis and treatment. http://www.derma.org.tw/user_finddo...[Read More] Concerns About Skin Issues: Warts or Hemorrhoids?
Is It Still Genital Warts If Not on the Genitals?
Is this cauliflower? Hello doctor, I have developed a wart-like growth in my lower abdomen, but since it is not located on my genitals, does this still count as genital warts?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive diagnosis. If it is causing significant distress, please seek medical attention promptly.[Read More] Is It Still Genital Warts If Not on the Genitals?
Understanding Skin Issues: What Do Those Bumps on the Penis Mean?
Hello, doctor! Hello, doctor. I have a few transparent small bumps located near the frenulum under the glans. I often observe them and touch them frequently (due to phimosis). Sometimes there are skin flakes, and I apply a little saliva to see if there are any changes. At work, m...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Medical regulations state that "a physician must personally examine a patient before administering treatment or prescribing medication..." Therefore, online diagnosis is also not permissible. If you are experiencing significant distress, it is advisable to seek medical ...[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: What Do Those Bumps on the Penis Mean?
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
Can Finger Warts Be Transmitted to Genitals During Intercourse?
Will finger warts be transmitted to the genital area? My boyfriend seems to have developed a wart on his finger, but I'm not sure. Last week, he inserted his finger into my vagina for fingering, and there was some bleeding, possibly due to his long fingernails. Could he tran...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the article 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's ...[Read More] Can Finger Warts Be Transmitted to Genitals During Intercourse?
Understanding Wart Treatment: What to Expect After Cryotherapy
After the wart scab falls off? Hello, doctor! I have three warts on my hand. Although they are not painful or itchy, I found the black spots on my hand strange, so I underwent cryotherapy. The doctor mentioned that these are very early-stage viral warts. I didn't know warts ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. You need to see it in person to truly understand. 2. Follow-up visits are necessary to confirm if there are any residuals or recurrences. 3. Uncertain.[Read More] Understanding Wart Treatment: What to Expect After Cryotherapy
Effective Treatments for Viral Warts: Options and Considerations
Treatment of viral warts Hello Doctor, about six months to a year ago, I developed a wart on my hand, but I only started treatment three months ago using cryotherapy combined with the application of Cantharidin ointment. I have been receiving treatment almost every week, and each...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Cryotherapy remains the first choice. 2. It is impossible to confirm without actually visualizing the lesion. 3. I am not sure about that. 4. It is possible.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Viral Warts: Options and Considerations
Understanding Genital Warts: Treatment Options and Concerns for Students Abroad
Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) Hello Doctor, I am currently studying in China and plan to return to Taiwan in two months. I have undergone examinations at a hospital here, and it has been diagnosed as genital warts, but they are only located externally and not inside the vag...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The earlier the treatment, the better, but I'm not sure about the quality of treatment for warts in China. If you choose to seek treatment in Taiwan, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist.[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Treatment Options and Concerns for Students Abroad
Managing Health Issues: Coping with CIN and Warts While Planning for Parenthood
Both my husband and I have genital warts, and I also have issues with my cervix..? Hello, doctor. A year ago, I had a Pap smear that revealed CIN III, and I underwent a cone biopsy. I have been regularly getting Pap smears, and in April of this year, the results still showed abno...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154. Regarding the appropriate time to conceive, due to a history of cervical CIN stage 3 a...[Read More] Managing Health Issues: Coping with CIN and Warts While Planning for Parenthood
Understanding Warts: Managing Blisters and Infection Risks
Wart blister I would like to ask about the viral warts I developed on my hand. Two days ago, I visited a doctor who recommended surgery, but suggested trying cryotherapy first. This is the third day, and one of the warts has developed a large blister. Since I have to go to work, ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: After cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen, if the resulting blister is too large, it is recommended to return to the clinic for the physician to assist in draining the contents of the blister, followed by wound care. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Warts: Managing Blisters and Infection Risks
Understanding Corn Pain: Causes and Prevention Tips
Corn pain Today, I went to the surgeon, and he told me that this is a virus infection related to plantar warts. I want to ask if this is due to wearing wet socks and using scissors carelessly?
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. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Corn Pain: Causes and Prevention Tips
Post-Cryotherapy Care for Viral Warts: Expert Answers and Tips
Regarding viral warts after cryotherapy? Dear Dr. Wu, 1. After undergoing cryotherapy, my doctor prescribed DERMALEAN GEL for me. However, after reviewing the instructions, it seems that this medication is intended for the treatment of acne. Is it suitable to apply it to the aff...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Since I am not familiar with your specific situation, I recommend discussing it directly with your attending physician.[Read More] Post-Cryotherapy Care for Viral Warts: Expert Answers and Tips
Understanding Recurring Viral Warts: Causes and Treatment Options
The viral warts may have recurred? Hello, I previously had a viral wart on my foot that was treated, but recently it seems that two similar growths have appeared in almost the same location. They are not itchy or painful, but they have started to peel even before I have sought tr...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If you are feeling very distressed, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Recurring Viral Warts: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Genital Warts: Do They Require Direct Virus Contact?
Hepatic cauliflower Is it necessary for the hepatic portal area to be exposed to the virus in order for warts to develop in that region?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The hepatic portal system refers to the network of veins that carry blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver. This system is crucial for processing[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Do They Require Direct Virus Contact?
Understanding and Treating Viral Warts on Your Fingers
Viral warts on the fingers? Hello doctor, I have a patch of white dead skin at the edge of my left thumb. At first, I didn't pay much attention to it, but later it started to hurt a bit when pressed. When it got too thick, I would cut it off, but it just kept growing back mo...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Cryotherapy and carbon dioxide laser are both treatment methods for viral warts. These treatments are not typically completed in one session; ongoing treatment will ultimately lead to improvement.[Read More] Understanding and Treating Viral Warts on Your Fingers