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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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Can eczema patients eat crab?
People with eczema should not eat crab, as well as mutton, chili peppers, fish, and shrimp. They should also abstain from alcohol, as eczema is an allergic condition and it's difficult to pinpoint specific allergens. Foods like seafood, crab, and chili peppers can potentially trigger a relapse or worsen the symptoms. After the onset of eczema, the affected areas should not be washed with hot water. Instead, antiallergic medications should be used for treatment, such as oral loratadine tablets, and topical application of corticosteroid creams like compound flumethasone ointment. If symptoms persist long-term, it's advisable to visit a dermatology department at a reputable hospital to identify specific allergens and receive targeted treatment. Overall, eczema is a chronic condition that can recur frequently, so attention must be paid to one's diet and lifestyle habits.
Does acne spread through contagion?
Acne is caused by the infection of Propionibacterium acnes. This condition is related to factors such as excessive sebum secretion of the skin, frequent consumption of spicy, greasy, and sweet foods, as well as regular late nights, anxiety, and stress. The disease is not contagious; it does not spread through contact with others, nor through sharing towels or bath scrubs. Once diagnosed, it is crucial to seek proper treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and potentially leading to scars or pits on the face. Treatment can be sought at a reputable hospital's dermatology department, where oral medication combined with topical treatments, and supplemented by phototherapy with red and blue light, can be effective. After recovery, it is important to regulate one's diet and lifestyle, avoid spicy and irritating foods, minimize staying up late, engage in exercise, bathe more frequently, and sweat more.
The usual sites of onset for vitiligo are generally where?
Vitiligo can occur in a wide range of areas on the body, including the skin, torso, face, scalp, and even male-specific areas such as the scrotum, foreskin, and glans. It can also appear on the mucous membranes of the lips. Once this disease is diagnosed, it is essential to undergo formal treatment. Patients should visit a dermatology department at a standard hospital and receive a combination of oral and topical medications. Using a 308 nm excalibur laser can enhance the treatment effects, particularly on mucosal areas where healing tends to be slower; persistence over a long period is crucial. During treatment, it is important to exercise regularly, strengthen immunity, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and refrain from staying up late.
What should I do if my child gets chickenpox?
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and is highly contagious, usually spreading through the air. Once infected, a person can quickly transmit the disease to others within a small area. After a confirmed diagnosis, antiviral medication is needed, which can be administered orally or through infusion. During treatment, chickenpox may cause high fever; if this occurs, appropriate fever-reducing medication can be used. Throughout the treatment period, it is important to drink plenty of water, rest, avoid strenuous activity, and eat a light diet. Try to isolate during treatment and avoid contact with other children or elderly people to prevent cross-infection.
Is breast eczema contagious?
Breast eczema is simply eczema that occurs on the breast area and is also a type of allergic reaction. This disease is not contagious; it will not spread between people or increase in spread on one's own body. Once this disease occurs, it must be treated properly. Treatments may include oral and some anti-allergic medications, as well as localized red light therapy. It is advisable to visit a dermatology department in a regular hospital to check for allergens, see what triggers the allergies, and possibly cooperate with desensitization treatment. If the breast eczema has persistently poor results, it is recommended to consult a regular hospital again to see if there is a fungal infection in the affected area. If there repeatedly occur lesions, ulcers, and exudative discharges, a local pathological examination should be conducted to check for other pathological changes. After recovery, standardize dietary and living habits, strengthen exercise, and enhance immunity.
Can shingles be contagious?
Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus infection. It has mild contagiousness, but the contagious period is very short, typically lasting about a week from when blisters appear to when they dry up. During this period, try to avoid contact with very young children or elderly people with low immunity, otherwise, it may be transmitted to them. Once diagnosed, it must be treated formally. Common antiviral medications can cure it. This disease can also easily leave complications, so it is crucial to detect and treat it early. During treatment, it is advisable to take some neuro-nourishing medications orally, avoid spicy and irritating foods, refrain from staying up late, exercise moderately, rest more, and drink plenty of water.
What is the reason for severe hair loss after childbirth?
Postpartum hair loss is severe and is mostly associated with deficiency in both Qi and blood after childbirth. Some patients experience this due to lack of vitamins, trace elements, or changes in endocrine function. If hair loss is severe and persistent without good treatment results, it is recommended to visit a formal hospital to initially check for a complete blood count to see if there is any anemia and to check for trace elements deficiencies. If these conditions exist, it is advisable to take medications that supplement blood, vitamins, and trace elements according to the symptoms. Additionally, some patients may experience symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, and back pain. For these symptoms, visiting a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner and using herbal medicine for a long-term treatment can be effective. Regularly regulate your diet and lifestyle habits, try to avoid eating foods with heavy flavors, ensure good rest, and avoid staying up late.
How should papular urticaria be treated?
Papular urticaria is a type of contact allergic reaction, often associated with mosquito or flea bites. It results in red papules, wheals, or blisters on localized areas of the body. For milder symptoms, applying calamine lotion can gradually lead to recovery. For more severe symptoms, accompanied by intense itching, in addition to calamine, loratadine can be orally administered for treatment. If blisters are prominent, they can be disinfected with iodine and then punctured to squeeze out the blister fluid, which generally suffices for treatment. This disease tends to recur, so maintaining cleanliness at home is crucial. Avoid keeping small animals, and ensure clothes and bedding are thoroughly sun-exposed and disinfected to eliminate mosquitoes and fleas, thus minimizing the likelihood of recurrence. (Use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)
What should not be eaten with tinea cruris?
Tinea cruris is a disease caused by fungal infection, usually growing on the inner thigh or buttocks. The fungus is sensitive to some spicy and stimulating foods, such as chili peppers, lamb, seafood, etc. Thus, it is essential not to eat these foods. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that this disease is caused by damp-heat pouring downwards, so foods that cause internal damp-heat should also be avoided, especially those with strong flavors or too sweet. During treatment, dietary and lifestyle habits should be regulated; avoid public baths, swimming, and keeping small animals at home. If there are patients with athlete's foot, socks and underwear must be washed separately and disinfected by sun exposure. This disease is highly infectious and recurrent, so it is vital to be cautious at all times.
Tinea cruris occurs in what location?
Jock itch is a disease caused by fungal infection, commonly occurring at the base of the thighs or buttocks, and it is highly contagious. Besides these areas, if left unchecked, it may spread to other parts of the body. Therefore, it is crucial to treat this condition promptly and properly. Common antifungal creams should be applied for a longer duration of treatment, at least 1 to 2 months. After recovery, it is advisable to avoid public baths, swimming, and keeping pets at home. Clothes, bed sheets, and covers should be disinfected by exposure to sunlight.