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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 iodophor be applied on acne?
Iodophor, as a general disinfectant for the skin, can be applied to acne. It has a certain bactericidal effect on some bacteria of the skin's epidermis, but it basically has no significant effect on the treatment of acne. Acne is mainly caused by the vigorous secretion of sebaceous glands, consumption of spicy and irritating foods, frequent staying up late, or hereditary factors. Once the disease occurs, it is best treated with conventional medication. For example, the application of Fusidic acid cream and oral intake of Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Capsules can provide better results, or the use of local red and blue light irradiation also has certain anti-inflammatory effects in treating acne. For this disease, it is also important to maintain a proper diet and lifestyle, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, refraining from staying up late, not consuming foods that can cause internal heat, and avoiding the indiscriminate use of cosmetics on affected areas.
What should be avoided in the diet for seborrheic dermatitis?
Seborrheic dermatitis is a disease caused by the overactive secretion of self sebaceous glands, combined with some allergic factors. It mostly occurs on the face, front chest, or back, and presents with erythema and itching. Scratching can lead to skin breakage, and in some cases, small pustules or papulovesicles may appear. For this condition, it is essential to avoid spicy and irritating foods such as lamb, chili peppers, seafood, fried foods, and sweets, and to abstain from alcohol. It is also advisable to avoid staying up late, as well as feelings of anxiety and stress. Regular use of sulfur soap for bathing, appropriately taking medication to reduce sebum secretion, enhancing exercise, sweating more, and frequent bathing can help in the treatment and prevention of the recurrence of this disease.
What causes eczema?
Eczema is caused by allergies, which can be triggered by many factors. Common allergenic factors in clinical life include spicy foods, lamb, fish, seafood, or alcohol; some individuals with special constitutions may be allergic to high-protein foods such as eggs, pure milk, soy milk, and tofu; some specific infants may inherit their parents' allergic dispositions, such as a particular type of eczema called atopic dermatitis, which is somewhat related to family genetics. Patients with eczema should always maintain local dryness and cleanliness, avoid keeping small animals at home, refrain from washing the affected area with hot water, and treat the condition with standard medications.
Syphilis can be cured, true or false?
Syphilis belongs to a category of sexually transmitted diseases and is infected through sexual contact. The most common symptoms include a hard chancre at the genital area, presenting as a painless ulcerative lesion. Syphilis can be completely cured with proper treatment; however, even after complete recovery, the presence of Treponema pallidum will remain positive for life, which is irreversible. Most treated syphilis cases can return to normal titers or maintain at a normal level without pathogenicity or recurrence. During the treatment of syphilis, it is essential to maintain a proper diet and lifestyle habits, avoid soaking in public baths or swimming pools, ensure underwear worn is sun-disinfected, and abstain from sexual contact.
Can Sichuan pepper water cure athlete's foot?
Athlete's foot is caused by a fungal infection, and soaking feet in sichuan pepper water is not very effective in treating it. Sichuan pepper water has certain antibacterial and anti-itch effects, but while it is somewhat effective against common bacteria, its fungicidal action is not very strong. Therefore, it is essential to treat athlete's foot with standard antifungal creams, such as naftifine and ketoconazole ointment, which can completely cure the condition. The treatment period should be slightly longer to avoid incomplete eradication, leading to recurrence of the condition. Shoes and socks should be thoroughly sun-dried and disinfected, and towels and footbaths should be used separately from other family members to prevent cross-infection. For some more stubborn cases of athlete's foot, where topical medications do not work well, oral antifungal medications may be considered.
What is the probability of contracting vitiligo?
The causes of vitiligo are related to a decrease in autoimmunity, family genetics, copper deficiency in the body, or local trauma. This disease is not contagious, with zero chance of transmission between individuals. Once it occurs, it is essential to seek proper treatment at the dermatology department of a regular hospital. Generally, smaller areas are relatively easier to treat, and larger areas can also be improved or cured with long-term persistence. In addition to oral and topical medications, 308 laser treatment can be used for better results. During treatment, it is important to exercise to strengthen immunity, avoid spicy and irritating foods, avoid staying up late, eat more black foods, and try not to consume too much food rich in vitamin C.
What should I do if corns keep recurring?
Corns are hyperplastic lesions formed after foreign objects enter the skin and are subject to prolonged friction and pressure. They mostly appear on the soles of the feet. In such cases, commonly used corn ointments can completely cure them. For some patients who suffer from recurring episodes, corn ointments are generally effective. However, if the condition frequently recurs and appears in abundance, it may need to be considered as common warts, which are caused by a viral infection. Therefore, in such situations, it is advisable to visit the dermatology department of a regular hospital for a further diagnosis by a doctor. If the condition is diagnosed as common warts, cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen may be required for treatment. If it remains a corn, it is advisable to adjust one's lifestyle habits, such as wearing looser shoes more often and avoiding walking barefoot on dirty surfaces as much as possible.
What should I do if my hair is oily and falling out?
Normally, if the hair is oily and shedding, this is generally classified as seborrheic hair loss, medically known as androgenic alopecia. It is often related to hereditary factors, with a higher incidence in males within the family than in females, mainly due to excessive secretion of androgens. Once this disease occurs, it needs to be treated with medication, such as oral finasteride, lipid-reducing hair growth tablets, etc. Treatment can improve the condition, but it is impossible to completely stop the trend of hair loss. With aging, hair loss may reoccur or become localized and more severe, even leading to baldness. If the symptoms are severe, hair transplantation is also a treatment option to consider, and the final results of hair transplantation can be satisfactory. (Use medicine under the guidance of a doctor)
Should you use cold or hot compresses for skin allergies?
Skin allergies are a series of symptoms that appear on the skin surface after the body comes into contact with allergens, such as erythema, wheals, and papules, generally accompanied by intense itching. Once these symptoms occur, one must avoid applying heat, not wash with hot water, and can instead apply cold water or ice packs, which helps in treating this condition. Additionally, it is important to regularly avoid spicy and irritating foods, avoid staying up late, and strengthen exercise to enhance immunity. Skin allergies can easily become chronic. Once they occur, it is advisable to visit the dermatology department of a regular hospital, where doctors can prescribe oral anti-allergy medications for treatment. In principle, with treatment, it can be completely cured.
What fruits should not be eaten with vitiligo?
There are many factors that contribute to the formation of vitiligo, mainly related to reduced immunity, family genetics, ketone deficiency in the body, or local trauma. Once it occurs, it is important to consume more dark-colored foods, such as black rice, black beans, black sesame, black mushrooms, and mushrooms. Foods or fruits high in Vitamin C should be avoided, such as strawberries, oranges, tomatoes, pineapples, and mangoes, as high Vitamin C content can lead to faster pigment loss. Furthermore, it is crucial to seek formal treatment for this condition. The larger the affected area, the longer the treatment period. Persistence is essential, and treatment can include oral medications, topical medications, and complementary 308 laser therapy, which can be effective. Continued treatment can gradually lead to recovery.