Understanding Groin Warts: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Genital warts? Hello Dr. Huang, about six months ago, I developed a bump in my lower abdomen that resembled the one currently on my groin. I ended up popping it, which left a scar as shown in link 1. The bump in my groin appeared about two to three months ago and has been gradual...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: It doesn't look like cauliflower. You should see a dermatologist! Wishing you safety.[Read More] Understanding Groin Warts: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Understanding Itchy Warts: Is Your Infection Spreading?
Warts may cause itching around the lesion? Hello, doctor! If the area around the wart occasionally becomes extremely itchy, like millions of ants crawling (starting from the bottom of the big toe and the joint of the big toe, then changing to only the wart being very itchy while ...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: Congratulations! It is possible that your immune system has started to attack the warts, and perhaps in a while, the warts will be saying goodbye to you. Wishing you all the best![Read More] Understanding Itchy Warts: Is Your Infection Spreading?
Understanding Warts on the Face: Causes, Risks, and Prevention
Facial issues Hello Dr. Huang: It seems that there are small bumps around my eyelids, with one being more prominent and palpable. Upon closer inspection, I can see others as well. I'm not sure if they are warts, and I would like to ask for your advice. If warts appear on the...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it doesn't seem like a wart, but online diagnosis is not advisable. If you need a diagnosis, please visit a dermatologist in person. The DNA of warts on the face is different from that of genital warts, so please don't worry unnecessari...[Read More] Understanding Warts on the Face: Causes, Risks, and Prevention
Understanding Warts: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
The issue of warts? Hello doctor, I have developed a wart on my right thumb. It doesn't look as uneven as the warts in the photos I've seen, and there are no black dots. I'm not sure if it's serious. I previously used specialized adhesive pads for warts and co...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: To put it bluntly, there is a saying that goes "the man of Qi worries about the sky." The contagiousness of common warts is very low; they cannot be transmitted just by touch. When doctors tell you that the incubation period is long, it means not to dwell on who ...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Viral Warts and Premature Gray Hair: Causes and Treatments
Viral warts and gray hair? Hello doctor, I would like to ask why the viral warts on my hands and feet have not healed even after nearly two years of treatment. Is there something wrong with my body’s function, or could there be other reasons? Additionally, I have noticed that I a...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: There may not necessarily be any issues with your body; it could be completely normal. However, it is also possible that there is a problem with your immune function. I recommend that you get checked at a hospital. Wishing you safety and well-being.[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts and Premature Gray Hair: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Small Growths Near the Anus: Is It Genital Warts?
Small growths or tags outside the anus? I would like to ask the doctor if the small growth outside the anus is a symptom of genital warts. I went to see a dermatologist, and he told me that it doesn't look like genital warts because I only have one small growth, not a cluste...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: I apologize, but according to regulations, it is not permissible to diagnose diseases online, nor can we definitively determine what a specific area may have based solely on a written description. Please consult a colorectal surgeon in person. Wishing you the best.[Read More] Understanding Small Growths Near the Anus: Is It Genital Warts?
Understanding Wart Transmission and Precautions During Incubation
The incubation period for warts and their transmission? Hello Dr. Huang, my colleague has a viral wart on their finger and has undergone cryotherapy once. I have not had direct skin contact with them, but there have been a few instances where I touched shared items, such as the p...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: The transmission rate of warts is actually not very high, so being overly cautious about common warts on others will only increase anxiety, unless the patient is someone you are closely in contact with. Maintaining a calm mindset in daily life is the best approach. Wishing...[Read More] Understanding Wart Transmission and Precautions During Incubation
Post-Anal Electrocautery: Managing Bleeding and Healing Tips
After anal cauterization, the wound seems to be healing, but there is still occasional bleeding during bowel movements? About a month and a half ago, I underwent electrosurgery for anal warts. The doctor prescribed me tetracycline ointment and instructed me not to get it wet, app...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to apply zinc oxide ointment. If discomfort persists, you should return for a follow-up consultation. Wishing you safety.[Read More] Post-Anal Electrocautery: Managing Bleeding and Healing Tips
Can Warts Spread Through Nail Clippers and Nail Biting?
Wart transmission? If you use a nail clipper that has been used to cut warts to trim the dead skin on your hands, can the warts from these two areas infect each other? And if you have a habit of biting your nails, could this lead to warts developing in your mouth? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: The first action: It's best to avoid it, as it may be contagious. The second action: Each type of wart has its preferred locations for growth, so the likelihood of developing them in the mouth is low. However, nail-biting can lead to the skin around the nails being mo...[Read More] Can Warts Spread Through Nail Clippers and Nail Biting?
Which Specialist to Consult for Anal Warts?
If you have cauliflower ear, you should see an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist? I would like to ask, I recently learned that I have warts in my anus, but I'm struggling to decide which specialty clinic to visit, as I hope to be treated by a more specialized profession...
Dr. Du Zhiqiang Reply:
Hello, regarding cauliflower-like growths, if they are located inside the anus, you should consult a colorectal surgeon, as an anoscope may be needed. If they are on the external genitalia, both dermatology and urology departments can assist. Wishing you safety and health. Sincer...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for Anal Warts?
Understanding Flesh-Colored Bumps on Children's Fingers: Causes and Concerns
Flesh-colored small bumps on the fingers? Hello, Dr. Huang: I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. My child has a small, inconspicuous flesh-colored bump on their finger that is soft and does not cause any sensation. It looks like skin, but upon closer inspection, it is inde...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: If you're feeling uncertain, I suggest you take your child to see a dermatologist directly! Diagnosing diseases online is not advisable. (Moreover, warts are more commonly hard.) I sincerely advise you not to seek out misleading information on the internet; many peopl...[Read More] Understanding Flesh-Colored Bumps on Children's Fingers: Causes and Concerns
Should You Worry About New Skin Bumps After Wart Treatment?
Small nodules suspected? Dear Dr. Huang: I previously had warts and underwent treatment for over three months, which was successful. Now, after more than two months, I have recently noticed what appears to be a small bump (I'm not sure if it's a wart). Should I rush to ...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: I apologize, but according to regulations, a diagnosis cannot be made without personally examining the patient. In other words, online diagnosis is not permitted. You can wait for a while (a few weeks) to see if it really increases in size, and if it does, then you should ...[Read More] Should You Worry About New Skin Bumps After Wart Treatment?
Understanding Warts: Infection Risks and Concerns Explained
What is the issue with warts? I apologize for the length of my message, but I have a few questions regarding warts. About one to two years ago, I had a wart on the sole of my foot, but I believe it has resolved since it no longer hurts and I have received treatment. However, I wo...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: You have stigmatized warts, but they are actually quite common in outpatient settings, or rather, a frequent human infection. Many people have had warts for a long time, and often only one or two, indicating that their contagiousness is not very high. There are over a hund...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Infection Risks and Concerns Explained
Laser Treatment for Corns: Pain, Recovery, and Insurance Coverage Explained
Issues with Laser Treatment for Corns I developed two plantar warts (one on the left foot and one on the right foot) while serving in the military at the age of 24 (in 1992). After undergoing surgical excision in 1997 and cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen) in 2003, the warts still rea...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: First, it is important to distinguish whether the diagnosis is a corn or a viral wart. This should be determined by a clinical physician through direct examination. A corn is a thickened skin area that develops due to improper pressure on the foot, usually related to the a...[Read More] Laser Treatment for Corns: Pain, Recovery, and Insurance Coverage Explained
Can Frozen Warts Spread to Other Areas Like Face and Hair?
Please ask your question? Will freshly frozen common warts spread to other areas of the body, such as the face and scalp? If I touch my face afterward, will I also get them? Will they appear in just 2 to 3 days?
Dr. Du Zhiqiang Reply:
Dear Yinyin: Recently frozen warts are generally localized to the treated area and are not likely to spread unless intentionally scratched and then touched elsewhere. It is advisable to cover the treated area with a disinfectant bandage to prevent contact with other areas. Wishin...[Read More] Can Frozen Warts Spread to Other Areas Like Face and Hair?
Understanding Painful Bumps on Toes: Is It a Corn?
There is a hard lump on the toe? Hello, doctor. I have a small hard lump on my toe that hurts when I press on it. Is this what is referred to as a corn? Will the corn heal?
Dr. Mao Mingya Reply:
Hello: Corns on the toes primarily occur in areas under pressure, but it is important to differentiate them from another condition called viral warts. The distinction between the two is that corns are caused by pressure and appear in weight-bearing areas, while viral warts are ca...[Read More] Understanding Painful Bumps on Toes: Is It a Corn?
Understanding Hand Warts and STDs: Your Questions Answered
Viral warts on the hands, sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Hello, Doctor: Self-introduction: I have a history of "viral warts" on my hands, so when I notice small growths on my hands, I immediately go to the hospital for examination and electrosurgery. However,...
Dr. Du Zhiqiang Reply:
Dear Xiao Gao, Viral warts are contagious, but currently, we need to determine if you have any infections in the genital area through a clinical examination. To check for sexually transmitted infections, primarily syphilis, HIV, and chlamydia, a serological test will be performe...[Read More] Understanding Hand Warts and STDs: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Anal Masses: Differentiating Between Hemorrhoids and HPV
Anal mass Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with HIV after a blood test in mid-April last year. In mid-August, I noticed 2-3 small lumps around my anal area, which I initially thought were due to an HPV infection. I purchased a wart treatment cream and followed the instructions, but ...
Dr. Du Zhiqiang Reply:
Mr. Chen: Hello, regarding the so-called anal mass, if it has already been diagnosed by a doctor as hemorrhoids, you should pursue treatment in that direction and not doubt whether it is warts or condyloma. If you have any questions, please return to your original doctor for a fo...[Read More] Understanding Anal Masses: Differentiating Between Hemorrhoids and HPV
Effective Treatments for Facial Warts: Seeking Permanent Solutions
Several warts have developed on the face? I have several warts on my face and have visited multiple dermatologists without much improvement. I have undergone several cryotherapy treatments, but the warts remain the same. I would like to ask the doctor how I can achieve a permanen...
Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: Common warts on the face are generally easier to treat, while flat warts are much more challenging. Without seeing you in person, I cannot provide an assessment. I recommend that you consult a dermatologist in person to discuss your condition. Wishing you peace and good he...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Facial Warts: Seeking Permanent Solutions
Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Genital warts Hello doctor, about a year ago, I noticed two small growths on my penis, approximately in the mid-shaft area. One is about the size of a sesame seed, and the other is about the size of a grain of rice. The two are connected and are the same color as the surrounding ...
Dr. Du Zhiqiang Reply:
Dear Peter, Genital warts refer to viral warts located near the genital or anal areas; they are named for their resemblance to cauliflower. Regardless of whether it is in foreign countries or domestically, immediate treatment is necessary, as they can multiply rapidly. As for th...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options