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Managing Condyloma Acuminatum: Treatment and Skin Care Tips

The treatment process for genital warts? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts, and after undergoing electrosurgery on the affected area located on the foreskin of my external genitalia, I started applying Aldara (imiquimod) for four weeks (along with receiving t...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If you have any doubts, stop taking the medication and consult your original physician for evaluation.

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Managing Condyloma Acuminatum Treatment: Tips for Skin Care

The treatment process for genital warts? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts, and after undergoing electrosurgery on the affected area located on the foreskin of my external genitalia, I started applying Aldara (imiquimod) for four weeks (I have also received t...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If you have any doubts, stop the medication and consult your original physician for evaluation.

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Are Warts Contagious? Understanding Risks and Concerns

Is the likelihood of getting warts high? I recently visited a dermatologist, and the doctor said that I have warts on my foot that need to be treated with cryotherapy. However, I previously had eczema in my genital area, and I would like to know if the warts on my foot could be t...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
There is a risk. Without seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine what the issue is. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.

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Understanding the Difference: Corns vs. Warts on Your Foot

Corn or wart? After completing my military service, I developed a growth on the area between my right little toe and the fourth toe. It gradually increased in size, initially appearing as a semicircular shape (approximately 0.6 cm). Later, a protrusion formed on the upper part of...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Not really wanting to see a doctor?

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Post-Application Effects of Phenylephrine on Skin Conditions

After using phenylephrine? Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with genital warts at the anal area. I have undergone several sessions of electrosurgery, and later, after applying phenol, one of the warts became hard and turned white, but it hasn't fallen off yet. Should I co...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
You should consult your attending physician about this issue, as they are the most familiar with your condition.

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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...

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Understanding Warts and Corns: Diagnosis and Treatment Insights

Warts and corns? 1. Hello, doctor. I have had a growth on the sole of my foot for a long time, and I always thought it was a corn. I looked up pictures online, and corns typically have a raised, round center, which matches what I have. Additionally, there are no small black dots ...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If it is very concerning, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. A proper examination is necessary to understand the problem and to determine the appropriate course of action.

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Understanding Scabbing After Cryotherapy for Warts: What to Expect

Cryotherapy for warts results in continuous scabbing? Dear Doctor, I have a wart on the back of my hand that has undergone cryotherapy twice within a month. However, the treated area keeps forming scabs repeatedly. Now that the scab has fallen off, it is forming again. Is this a ...


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 as soon as possible.

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Can Common Warts Appear on the Scrotum? Understanding Transmission and Risks

Can common warts appear on the scrotum? Hello, doctor. I have developed a viral wart on my finger, and after undergoing cryotherapy, it has recurred. I now see similar lesions on my scrotum, approximately 0.5 x 0.5 cm in size. I would like to ask if it is possible for the infecti...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is possible for a finger infection to spread to the scrotum, but the likelihood is not very high. Whether it is genital warts can only be determined through examination.

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Understanding Hemorrhoids and Skin Issues: Symptoms and Treatments

Hemorrhoid issues and cauliflower problems? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a couple of questions. 1. I experience bleeding from my rectum when I have a bowel movement. It is extremely painful when the stool passes through the anus, and I notice blood on the toilet paper aft...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to consult a nearby colorectal surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. 2. For a detailed introduction to genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health website at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail...

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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.

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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.

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Could Red Bumps on Your Tongue Be Cauliflower Warts?

Is it cauliflower? The red bumps on the tongue could potentially be warts. Additionally, the red, bumpy areas at the base of the tongue may indicate a condition such as glossitis or a type of oral infection. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate dia...


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...

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Understanding Hand Warts: Infection Risks and Prevention Tips

Viral warts on the hands Hello doctor, I would like to ask a few questions. 1. I have a colleague who has warts on his hand, but he has already completed treatment 2-3 weeks ago. Today, he grabbed my arm with his hand, and I have a cut on my arm that does not bleed but looks li...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Not necessarily. 2. Higher probability of having wounds. 3. If there is residual tissue, there is a risk. 4. Incubation period is 2 to 8 months. 5. Possible, but the probability is low, as hand warts and genital warts are caused by different strains of the virus. 6. ...

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Understanding Anal Pain: Is It Hemorrhoids or Warts?

Anal issues, cauliflower problems? 1. I have been experiencing this symptom for 3-4 months. Every time I have a bowel movement, I feel intense pain in my anus, but it only hurts during bowel movements; I have no issues in my daily life. I notice blood on the toilet paper when I w...


Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If it is very concerning, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. A proper examination is necessary to understand the problem and to address it appropriately.

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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 ...

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Understanding the Risk of Infection from Digital Intercourse

Cauliflower transmission issues? I would like to ask the doctor, if the other person has previously cleaned their genital area and then dried their hands before using lubricant to perform digital penetration on me, is there a risk of transmission in this situation? Thank you, doc...


Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to genital warts (also known as condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health website at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154. Thank you!

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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...

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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.

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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.

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