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Liu Gang
Dermatology
About me
Liugang, male, attending physician, master's degree student in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine for dermatology, able to flexibly apply integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine to treat various difficult skin diseases.
Proficient in diseases
Psoriasis, vitiligo, acute and chronic urticaria, acne, neurodermatitis, alopecia areata, chronic eczema. Additionally, we offer 308 laser treatment for vitiligo, fractional laser scar removal, laser treatment for birthmarks, tattoos, melasma, etc.
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What is the best treatment for syringoma?
The most common treatment for syringoma is still to remove them directly with laser or ionization; there are no very effective drugs for this condition, and both oral and topical medications are essentially ineffective against syringoma. It is recommended to treat syringoma as soon as it is diagnosed, as it may grow larger and increase in number if left untreated. During treatment, it is important to exercise regularly, strengthen immunity, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, try not to stay up late, maintain a good mood, and avoid getting angry. After recovery, it is also important to pay long-term attention to diet and regular living habits to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, care should be taken to protect the local wound to prevent scarring.
How is psoriasis treated effectively?
Psoriasis, commonly known as psoriasis vulgaris, is a disease potentially related to decreased immunity, genetic inheritance, and recurrent tonsillitis. Once this disease occurs, it cannot be completely eradicated and may be carried for life. Therefore, it is crucial to follow standard medical treatments and avoid relying on folk remedies or secret recipes, as they could delay treatment progress. The most common treatment methods include oral and topical medications, such as Xiaoyin granules and compound clobetasol propionate cream. If possible, it is advisable to visit a dermatology department in a reputable hospital for narrowband ultraviolet light therapy. For more severe symptoms, treatment with biological agents through injections is also an option. This disease can achieve clinical control and clinical remission but cannot be completely eradicated.
Is it okay not to treat a sebaceous cyst?
Sebaceous cysts are a result of hyperactive sebum secretion from the sebaceous glands, which accumulates in the local skin causing benign proliferation. Inside there is a sac containing material that resembles tofu dregs. If the cyst is small and does not show signs of growth, it can be left untreated, but it requires long-term observation. If the sebaceous cyst grows gradually larger or becomes painful, it is advisable to visit the dermatology department of a reputable hospital for a minor surgery to completely remove the sac and the tofu-dregs-like material inside. After recovery, it is important to follow a disciplined diet and lifestyle to prevent recurrence. One should avoid spicy and irritating foods, try not to stay up late, exercise regularly, and bathe frequently.
Are filiform warts prone to recurrence?
Filiform warts are caused by an infection with the human papillomavirus, and are highly contagious. They typically grow in the folds of the skin, such as the neck or armpits. Once detected, it is advised to seek laser treatment at a dermatology department of a reputable hospital. After laser removal, recurrence is common within half a month to a month. If recurrence is observed, it is best to remove them promptly, and after several repetitions, they can generally be completely cured. Due to the contagious nature of this condition, it is advisable not to share face towels with family members to avoid cross-infection. Additionally, one should avoid frequently scratching the affected areas, as this can lead to further spreading.
How long will papular urticaria take to heal?
Papular urticaria is a type of contact allergic reaction, related to contact with irritants or bites from mosquitoes and fleas. Generally, this disease can gradually subside on its own within about a week to ten days without treatment. However, some patients experience severe itching after infection, and scratching may lead to the formation of small blisters and secondary infections in the affected area. Therefore, once infected with this disease, it is essential to undergo standardized treatment. Treatment may include oral and topical anti-allergy medications, which typically can cure the condition within about a week. After recovery, it is also important to prevent recurrence by avoiding areas with many mosquitoes, not keeping small animals at home, frequently sunning and disinfecting clothes, bed sheets, and duvet covers, and bathing regularly.
The difference between smelly feet and athlete's foot
Athlete's foot is a disease caused by a fungal infection, characterized by being contagious and recurrent. Typically, after contracting athlete's foot, small blisters may appear on the foot, and these blisters can burst, possibly resulting in an unpleasant odor or foot odor. Additionally, wearing shoes for a long time that are tightly fitted and cause excessive foot sweating might also contribute to the condition. If it is merely foot odor, it is related to the fermentation of bacteria on the foot, such as wearing synthetic socks or excessive sweating of the feet, and infrequent foot washing. These factors can all cause foot odor, which is different from athlete's foot. Foot odor requires frequent washing with hot water, and it is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods. Treatment for athlete's foot involves the application of antifungal creams. Furthermore, foot odor is not contagious, whereas athlete's foot is contagious.
What vitamin is lacking in tinea pedis?
Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection, and it is not directly related to a lack of vitamins or trace elements. Some patients lacking vitamins or trace elements have symptoms very similar to those of athlete's foot, but the fundamental causes of their conditions are different. If it is hard to distinguish, one can go to the dermatology department of a regular hospital to have a fungal test done. Therefore, it is not necessary to supplement vitamins or trace elements to treat athlete's foot. It requires the application of antifungal ointments externally, and the treatment period must be long in order to kill the deep-seated fungi and achieve complete eradication. After healing, it is also important to prevent the recurrence of the condition; do not go to public baths or swimming pools, avoid contact with irritating substances, and if there is someone else in the household with the same disease, they must be treated together.
How long is the treatment period for tinea pedis and tinea manuum?
Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) is a fungal infectious disease, and the treatment duration varies. If detected early, treatment can simply involve the application of topical antifungal cream, generally for a course of more than one month. If the condition has been present for a longer time and involves scaling, blistering, or even cracking, the treatment period will be longer, possibly exceeding six months. If topical antifungal creams are ineffective, oral antifungal medication can be taken, which tends to be more reliable. After recovery, it is important to prevent recurrence. Try to avoid contact with irritating substances, abstain from spicy and stimulating foods for a long time, avoid wearing slippers carelessly, and ensure that worn shoes and socks are disinfected by exposure to sunlight. If there are family members with the same condition, it is advisable to treat them together.
Radical treatment method for papular urticaria
Papular urticaria is a type of allergic reaction, mostly related to contact with irritants, or bites from mosquitoes and fleas, and also has a certain relationship with one's physical constitution. Therefore, there is no permanent cure for this condition; it can only be completely treated with appropriate medication during a flare-up. However, exposure to allergens could lead to recurrence, and the condition has a distinct seasonality, usually peaking in summer and less common in winter. At home, it is advisable to avoid keeping small animals. If there are small animals, they should be bathed and disinfected frequently. Try to avoid going to places with lots of flowers, trees, or insects, and ensure bedding such as sheets and duvet covers are frequently exposed to sunlight for disinfection. During treatment, it is crucial to bathe frequently and maintain personal hygiene.
Can people with papular urticaria take baths?
Papular urticaria is mostly related to contact with irritants or direct bites by mosquitoes. Generally, it is a type of allergic reaction. In most cases of papular urticaria, red papules appear on the surface of the skin, which are quite itchy. It is okay to bathe during this period, but some papular urticaria shows clear small blisters on the reddened skin surface. It is best to avoid bathing during the period when these blisters are present. Bathing can easily burst the blisters, leading to infection. This condition must be treated properly. Regularly sunning bed sheets and covers at home, avoiding contact with small animals, and staying away from places with many plants and trees are advisable.