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Li Ya Ping
Dermatology Department
About me
Master's supervisor, Deputy Director of the Department of Dermatology at the Second Xiangya Hospital. Currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Dermatology and Venereal Disease Committee of the Hunan Provincial Society of Preventive Medicine, Deputy Director of the Women's Skin Health and Dermatological Disease Prevention Committee of the Hunan Provincial Women Physicians Association, Council Member of the Hunan Provincial Women Physicians Association, Member of the Dermatovenereology Group of the Chinese Medical Association Tropical Disease and Parasitic Disease Branch, Member of the Trichology Group of the Dermatovenereology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, Member of the Photomedical Dermatological Rehabilitation Group of the Rehabilitation Professional Committee of the Chinese Rehabilitation Medicine Association, Postdoctoral Fellow and Visiting Scholar at the Department of Dermatology at the University of California, San Francisco.
Has presided over two projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation, as well as the Hunan Provincial Distinguished Youth Foundation and the Research Fund of the Provincial Health Department, and has participated in several key projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation. Has published over twenty papers indexed in SCI and MEDLINE. Has received the first prize in scientific and technological progress in Hunan Province (ranked fourth), the first prize in natural science in Hunan Province (ranked sixth), and the second prize in scientific and technological progress in the country (ranked ninth). Has received the Outstanding Young Physician Award from the Dermatology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, the backbone talent of the "225" Project for High-level Health Professionals in Hunan Province, and the "531 Talent" of Central South University.
Proficient in diseases
Clinical diagnosis and treatment of autoimmnue skin diseases and dermatopathologic diagnosis.
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How is chickenpox transmitted?
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus infection, and it can be transmitted in two ways. One way is through the secretion of the nasopharynx, such as contagious droplets spread by coughing, sneezing, or talking, which can infect people nearby. The fluid from the blisters of chickenpox is also contagious. The primary rash of chickenpox consists of blisters, and before these blisters dry up and crust over, touching the fluid from these blisters can also transmit chickenpox. Therefore, patients with chickenpox need to be isolated until the blisters dry and form crusts before quarantine can be lifted.
How long does it take for genital warts to show symptoms?
How long does it take for symptoms to appear after contracting genital warts, specifically, the virus involved is the human papillomavirus (HPV)? After contracting such a virus, the symptoms appear following an incubation period, which generally lasts from one to eight months, with an average period of about three months. This means that some patients may engage in unprotected sexual activities, and after contracting HPV through such activities, they might start showing symptoms of genital warts between one to eight months later, with the average being three months. The symptoms typically begin as small bumps on the genitalia which may gradually increase in number and size, eventually forming wart-like or cauliflower-like growths.
Can urticaria be contagious?
Urticaria is not contagious. Urticaria, also known as wheals or commonly referred to as hives, is caused by temporary increased vascular permeability in the skin and mucous membranes due to allergic factors, resulting in localized edema. Wheals generally subside quite quickly, typically within 24 hours. The causes of wheals, which are essentially urticaria, may include the food we eat, airborne inhalants, and skin contact with substances such as pollen, dust mites, mold mites, as well as animal dander, fur, etc. Additionally, some cases may be related to infections, and some people may have a lethal factor due to suspicious medications. Moreover, the occurrence of urticaria can also be related to other factors such as cold, heat, ultraviolet light, and mechanical stresses such as friction or pressure. Furthermore, other factors including psychological and endocrine factors can also lead to the occurrence of urticaria.
What causes filamentous warts?
Filiform warts are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection, and they can spread through direct or indirect contact. They primarily present as single or multiple protruding lesions, occurring typically on eyelids and neck regions. These lesions are slender and soft, having the color of normal skin or slightly brown. Generally, there are no symptoms felt by the patient. In clinical practice, filiform warts can sometimes be confused with skin tags. In some cases, doctors might mistake skin tags as filiform warts, or vice versa, since skin tags also commonly develop in folds of the skin such as the neck and armpits. The treatment of filiform warts mainly involves physical removal methods.
Are common warts and plantar warts the same?
Plantar warts are common warts that occur on the soles of the feet. Therefore, plantar warts are a special type of common wart that occurs on the soles of the feet. Plantar warts belong to the category of common warts. Common warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which infects the skin and mucous membranes, resulting in benign growths such as common warts, flat warts, or genital warts, among others. However, the subtypes of HPV causing these infections vary. Additionally, within common warts, those occurring on the soles of the feet are specifically referred to as plantar warts. Plantar warts mainly appear on the front part of the sole, which is an area subject to friction and often sweatier, thus making it more susceptible to warts. These warts can be painful, or they might not cause any discomfort at all.
What should I do if I get genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a type of sexually transmitted disease. If you contract genital herpes, first and foremost, you should avoid sexual contact to prevent transmitting it to others. Secondly, it’s important to rest and eat a light diet. Try to avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, or consuming particularly spicy foods, as these can also aid in recovery from the illness. Thirdly, treatment can include oral antiviral medications since genital herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, mainly type 2. Therefore, antiviral medications such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir should be taken. Additionally, topical antiviral treatments, such as acyclovir ointment and penciclovir cream, can be used. If the blisters rupture and secondary infection occurs, antibiotic ointments like mupirocin should be applied to prevent further aggravation of the infection.