Warts, Dermatology FAQ

Understanding Calluses, Warts, and Acne in Pediatric Dermatology

Hyperkeratosis of the soles, viral warts, and acne? Hello Dr. Huang, Recently, I consulted you regarding my child (2 years old) who had a persistent corn on the sole of their foot. We visited your clinic, and you mentioned that the lesion under the big toe resembled a viral wart...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: 1. Keratinization refers to the thickening of the stratum corneum in the skin, which can also mean the formation of calluses. 2. This should be a product name; I cannot provide an answer without knowing the ingredients of this medication. 3. Please follow up at the origina...

Understanding HPV Transmission Risks: Insights on Oral and Genital Exposure

Cauliflower - 13 months 1. If she had the virus in her oral cavity 11 months ago, it is possible for the viral load to decrease to around 500 copies over that time, but this can vary widely depending on individual immune response and other factors. 2. The negative results from y...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: 1. That is an experimental report, not stating that there are 500 viruses in the oral cavity. 2. Perhaps 3, perhaps 4, may be infected with HPV, but it does not necessarily lead to warts. 5. If there are no lesions, it's best to leave it alone; addressing it may not b...

Understanding TAA Treatment for Flat Warts: When to See a Dermatologist

Dermatological TAA Treatment Is there TAA treatment for flat warts at the health department, or can I just go to a regular clinic? Due to my limited resources, can I use health insurance for this? I have scattered ones on my cheeks, neck, and body, and I'm worried they will ...

Dr. Jiang Yujiao Reply:
Lily: The treatment for flat warts can be covered by the National Health Insurance with TAA, but it is not mandatory to use TAA for treatment. General dermatology clinics can also provide treatment, and the consultation and partial payment may be less than at our hospital, as rep...

Understanding Warts: Transmission, Treatment, and Aftercare Tips

Wart Doctor: Hello, I developed a small wart about 0.1 cm in diameter on my hand last month. I learned from my doctor that it is contagious. I have a few questions: 1. During this time, I used a vaginal suppository. If I touched the outer edge of the vagina, could I transmit the ...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Warts are contagious through direct contact, and they can be transmitted as long as there is a break in the skin. After cryotherapy, blisters or blood blisters may form; if they break, a dressing change is necessary. Having a wound will not affect the shedding of the scab.

Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Symptoms, Incubation, and Testing Options

Cauliflower The incubation period for cauliflower (cauliflower ear) is typically around 2 to 6 weeks. If you have had sexual intercourse, you can generally consider yourself not infected if you do not show any symptoms after 2 weeks. For testing, you can undergo a variety of exam...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Generally, it takes several months for lesions to become visible in a clinical setting. In cases where there is suspicion of "cauliflower" (likely referring to genital warts), tests for other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis, HIV, herpes, c...

Understanding White Bumps on the Genitals: Causes and Treatment Options

On top of the genitalia? Doctor, I have a white spot on my genital area. It's not very white, and you can only see it when I pull the skin back; it doesn't look like acne on the surface. When I try to squeeze it, it feels like it's between the skin and the underlyi...

Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
It is recommended to establish the issues during the outpatient visit before deciding on subsequent treatment.

Understanding Warts: Transmission, Prevention, and Treatment Options

Wart Hello Doctor: My husband has developed several growths on the soles of his feet, which he refers to as "corns." However, a dermatologist has diagnosed them as "warts." Are warts contagious? If he walks barefoot in certain areas, do those places also pose ...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Warts are a skin infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are contagious. The transmission route is through direct contact, provided that the infected person has a cut or abrasion on their skin. Therefore, wearing the shoes of an infected person poses a risk ...

Are Warts and Corns the Same? Understanding Skin Conditions

Are corns and warts the same? I consulted a doctor a few months ago because I developed a small bump on my cheek that resembled a skin tag; it was neither painful nor bothersome. From a distance, it looked like a raised mole. About ten days ago, I visited a dermatology clinic, an...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Warts are an infection caused by the human papillomavirus, while corns are a type of keratinization disorder. If a physician prescribes a keratolytic medication, they may include this diagnosis in order to prescribe it. Generally, cryotherapy can treat both conditions! App...

Understanding Anal Pain and Bleeding: Possible Causes and Solutions

Anus I just returned from Macau, and recently I've been experiencing pain in my anus during bowel movements, along with a significant amount of blood in my stool. It also hurts when I touch the area, and I'm wondering if this is related to genital warts. This has been g...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described are more similar to "hemorrhoids," while warts are caused by a viral infection and typically only cause pain if they are large and ulcerated.

Understanding the Transmission and Risks of Genital Warts: A Patient's Inquiry

Cauliflower Hello Doctor, I recently visited a doctor due to itching in the genital area. The doctor mentioned that besides bacterial vaginosis, I also have genital warts, and it seems that the condition is quite severe. Since I have not engaged in penetrative intercourse or oral...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, typically transmitted through sexual contact. Some individuals may indirectly transmit the virus to the perineal area if they have warts in other locations. Due to the often prolonged incubation period, whic...

Effective Treatments for Anal Warts: What You Need to Know

Anal warts If you have a cauliflower-like growth (approximately 1-2 cm) inside the anus, what treatment options are available? Which department should I visit at Hsinchu City Hospital? I have been using a wart treatment, but it persists. Is outpatient surgery an option?

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: You can seek treatment from a colorectal surgeon using electrosurgery. If a dermatologist can see it, cryotherapy can be used. Both Wartrol and Aldara can treat warts (these are relatively less painful methods).

Managing Recurrence of Genital Warts: Treatment and Prevention Tips

Cauliflower Hello, I have warts in the anal area and have undergone surgery to remove them twice. However, I am still afraid of recurrence. Can applying Aldara cream help suppress any latent warts from growing back? Is it effective? My sexual partner has never shown any symptoms;...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: After the treatment of cauliflower lesions, there is still a chance of recurrence. Aldara can be used for subsequent treatment, but the success rate is not 100%. If the virus is Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 or 18, there is a possibility of developing cervical cancer...

Finding Outpatient Treatment for Anal Warts in Hsinchu

Cauliflower Where can I get treatment for anal warts in Hsinchu without needing to be hospitalized? I have them located around my anus, but I have not engaged in any inappropriate sexual behavior (I am male and currently have no girlfriend). Additionally, I have heard that it cou...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Anal warts can be treated with Aldara cream; it contains an active ingredient called imiquimod, which modifies the body's immune response to produce more interferon. Interferon is a naturally occurring antiviral substance in the body. It is currently approved for the ...

How to Treat Persistent Warts Under the Nail Bed in Children?

What should I do if the warts in the nail folds won't go away? Dear Dr. Chang, I have an eight-year-old boy whose right index finger has developed a wart in the gap between the fingers. After a failed cryotherapy treatment by a dermatologist, the application of wart treatme...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Warts located next to the nail are the most difficult to treat, especially in children. Cryotherapy can be painful, and children often have a low pain tolerance, which makes many doctors and parents hesitant to pursue more invasive treatments. Of course, topical wart treat...

Persistent Viral Warts and Ichthyosis: Seeking Effective Treatment Solutions

Viral warts and ichthyosis? Hello, doctor. I have a viral wart located in the webbing between my right thumb and index finger. I have been troubled by this condition for two years. Despite various treatments, it has not improved. I have undergone cryotherapy, applied a clear topi...

Dr. Jiang Zheen Reply:
If it is confirmed to be ichthyosis, please refer to the following websites: http://19627754.web66.com.tw/ http://www.taconet.com.tw/fishforest/

Persistent Viral Warts and Ichthyosis: Seeking Effective Treatment Solutions

Viral warts Ichthyosis Hello, doctor. I have a viral wart located in the webbing between my right thumb and index finger. I have been struggling with this condition for two years. Despite various treatments, it has not improved. I have undergone cryotherapy, applied a clear solut...

Dr. Jiang Yujiao Reply:
Mr. Hsu: Requirements for treating viral warts—there should not be a long interval between treatments, ideally no more than 2-3 weeks. Additionally, there is a topical immunomodulator—Aldara (produced by 3M)—which can be applied to the surface of the wart after cryotherapy to enh...

Dietary Considerations for Managing Flat Warts on Your Skin

Flat warts ~ Dietary considerations Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about flat warts on my face. What dietary considerations should I keep in mind? Are there specific nutrients I should increase or foods I should avoid? Thank you for your response.

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello: It is said that consuming Job's tears is effective, but there is no reliable statistical data. Wishing you that your flat warts disappear on their own (which is possible).

What to Do If Freezing Treatment for Warts Fails in Children?

What should I do if cryotherapy for warts on my fingers fails? Hello, an eight-year-old boy has a raised hard lump in the nail fold diagnosed by a dermatologist as a "wart." After cryotherapy, the lump is still present. I would like to ask: 1. Should he immediately unde...

Dr. Huang Ruiyun Reply:
Hello! 1. You can do it whenever you have time. 2. If treatment is not performed, the warts may disappear on their own after four months, remain the same, or even multiply. 3. Duofilm (wart treatment solution, manufactured by Steifel) should be used with caution and requires pati...

Boosting Immunity: Effective Treatments for Psoriasis

Psoriasis Are there any medications that can boost the immune system?

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: This is quite a big question. As far as I know, there are currently no specific medications to boost the immune system. However, older physicians often advise patients with warts to consume Job's tears, so you might want to give that a try! If it is psoriasis, which i...

Effective Treatments for Anal Warts: Seeking Alternatives to Electrocautery

Anal warts? I previously underwent electrocautery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital twice, and after four months, I have developed a recurrence. Could you please recommend a major hospital in Taipei where I can seek treatment? Which department should I consult? Also, are there alte...

Dr. Zhang Zhibo Reply:
Hello: Genital warts are caused by HPV virus infection. Traditionally, treatments such as electrosurgery or cryotherapy have been used, but they often result in recurrence. Currently, there are new immunotherapy options available: Aldara (imiquimod) cream enhances the body's...

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