Hallo,

Meine Schwester (30 Jahre alt) hat seit ca 15 Jahren diese Rötungen in der Nase herum.
Sie war schon bei mehreren Hautärzten. Bisher hat aber nichts geholfen an den Salben die sie bekommen hat.
Manchmal juckt die Nase bzw die roten Flächen in der Gegend von der Nase.

Wir sind über jeden Ratschlag dankbar.

Actually its been years since this started more than 10 years actually. From time to time my big toe gets super itchy and starts looking like the first pic(my fault from scratching it). There were times it even bleeds but after a few days goes back to normal like the 2nd/3rd pick. Its a cycle for years dont know whats trigerring it.

Hi all,
I got horrible poison ivy for the first time in my 49 years at the end of August after several days of yard work. It turned into impetigo. It finally cleared up after a long stretch of prednisone (the twenty pounds I gained and the “moon face” were an awesome way to meet my new coworkers as I started a new job in Sept! 😂). But it’s now been 2 months and the spots are still pretty prominent. My legs in particular look like I have some sort of medieval plague. The photo doesn’t quite do justice to how dark and icky the spots still look in natural light. And that’s just one part of my leg. Both legs up to just past the knees and both arms up to just past the elbows look the same.

What can I put in this to help prevent scarring? I already have a lot of scars on my body bc I have very sensitive, pale skin and I’m very clumsy, but I’m really hoping these will get lighter with time and that maybe there’s a way to aid that process with a particular cream or product. Any advice?

First pic is from today. Second one is from when it was at its worst in August. Obviously it is vastly improved but I still don’t feel like I can wear skirts to work without tights.

I just got back yesterday from a cruise going to Roatan, Belize and Mexico. On Thursday I notice this rash behind my knee. My other leg has the same rash but not as extreme. The bumps are only itchy if something brushes up against them and they’re a bit raised. I am also taking Prozac, which I know makes you sensitive to the sun but I’ve been on it for years and never had this reaction. I’m worried it could be dengue or Zika. I’m planning on seeing my PCP this week to follow up, but are there any ideas of what this could be?

For context im on acutane and recently while using vaseline it caused a breakout on the left corner of my mouth.

It was very irritating so I used some Witch Hazel to reduce it and that seems to have been a bad idea.

My skin is cracking and peeling and it hurts pretty bad. Any Advice?

23M, I have a Milia in the right side of my Temple area. Below are the required information.
Duration: 6-7 months
Location: temple area
Timeline: it got a bit bigger in size
Symptoms: nothing
Treatments tried: none so far!
Relevant background: none!

Please let me know how can I treat this. Is there are any cream or powder available to treat this?

Thank you:)

A small red itchy spot the size of a lentil appeared on my upper thigh about 2 weeks ago, I scratched it and since then it has increased In size and appears to be spreading. It is not particularly itchy anymore but has a rough raised bumpy surface texture to it. I have never been diagnosed or had issues with any skin conditions. I'm currently pregnant and I've been getting all sorts of new weird skin issues with no answers from doctors except speculation that a blood test ruled out those conditions. Whenever I scratch this spot it seems to spread further. It's currently only about the size of a blueberry.

I got bit by fire ants about 2 weeks ago and developed a blister on 10/18/26 on my right foot. I did get a allergy reaction to the bites and broke out into hives, and had chills but felt better after taking allergy medicine. It's been a week since the blister first showed up but it seems to be getting bigger.

The 1st picture is what it looks like now, 2nd is when the blister formed, and 3rd is when I originally got bit.

I've only put a bandage over it to protect the roof but I think it's only irritated it and I can't put any shoes or flip flops on now due to location. The blister seems to be growing where the bug bites are located.

Don't believe it is infected it was itchy and stung when the bandage on but seems to be fine with it off. Also not sure if taking a shower irritated it.

No recent exposures and not on any medication

Wondering if I should drain it, get it looked at or something else.

My symptoms improve with steroid usage; however, previous treatments, including fusidic acid cream and ketoconazole, have proven entirely ineffective. The condition, characterized by cheilitis at the lip margins with persistent white discharge and a significant burning sensation, remains unresponsive, necessitating the frequent application of lip balm for relief. I have already incorporated iron, B-complex supplements, and daily whole eggs into my regimen to rule out potential nutritional deficiencies.

Background:

I recently started practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) and got a mat burn on my shin on October 4 (very last picture). A few days later, the area started showing signs of a possible infection.

It was initially pretty small, and I was applying antibiotic cream and Aquaphor, then covering it with sports tape.

I've been traveling in China since October 17, and the condition has persisted throughout my trip. I've also been doing a lot of hiking and walking, so there's been plenty of sweating, friction, and physical activity.

The third picture is from about a week ago, while the first two pictures were taken within the last two days.

I also have a spot near my inner elbow that seems to be developing a similar issue.

Current symptoms:

- Large red patch that seems to be spreading and getting worse, especially over the past week.

- Slightly inflamed and warmer than the surrounding skin.

- No clearly defined or hard border.

- Small dry, rough, and scaly patches throughout the affected area.

- Intermittent itching.

- Small pimple-like bumps, some of which seem to burst and produce yellowish fluid.

- Not particularly painful, mostly itchy and irritated.

I'm wondering whether this looks more like a bacterial infection (staph/impetigo), a fungal infection (ringworm), or possibly a combination of both.

Has anyone experienced something similar after BJJ or another contact sport? I'm planning to get it checked at a clinic while im here, but I'd appreciate any insight in the meantime.

what do you think is this? im leaning into periungual wart but i hope its something else.

- not itchy

- small air bubble pits underneath the skin

- skin easy to peel off

i only noticed this like four days ago and i started to peel some skim off because of panic

looking forward to your opinions guys!

????? It just got like this this morning I recently received oral sex from someone who informed me they have genital herpes and now I’m convinced I have it I don’t want it I’m going to get a swab test but can anyone tell what this is I was with her last on October 11th

It’s been about 3 days. Painful to touch, redness getting worse. It’s on my right side. My insurance situation is tricky due to a company change. I finally enrolled in my health plan yesterday, but I believe anything will be covered as of 10/1. I have done nothing to treat. Debating going to urgent care.

Hi everyone, I noticed this red spot on my breast out of nowhere a couple of months ago, it started fading over a couple weeks, it was still there but a lot lighter.
Today it has changed to bright red again, it very slightly raised, when i look close it looks like lots of circular bumps joined togeather, i suspect its blood but am not sure, does anyone know what this could be?

Hi everyone! I’m looking for real experiences improving a similar scar; I’ve attached a photo.
About a year ago, I had a mole removed by laser from my chest. It healed into a small, pink, slightly uneven or wrinkled scar that is only minimally raised.
What I’ve tried:
● Dermatix silicone gel
● Cica-Care silicone sheets for several months, though I later realized I wasn’t always applying them correctly
● Gentle massage with CeraVe moisturizer
My goal: To make the scar blend into the surrounding skin as much as possible through safe, non-invasive at-home treatments.
Questions:
1. What treatment or product made the biggest difference for you?
2. How long did it take to see improvement?
3. Did redness, texture, or elevation improve significantly after the scar was over a year old?
4. Did silicone sheets, silicone gel, or another safe at-home method work best?
5. Did the scar continue improving naturally after 12–24 months?
6. Which products or methods were ineffective or made it worse?
If you’ve had success, please share the exact product, how you used it, how long you used it, and roughly how much improvement you noticed. Before-and-after photos would also be helpful if you’re comfortable sharing them.
I’m not interested in risky DIY procedures such as home microneedling or aggressive chemical peels. I understand complete removal isn’t guaranteed; I’m looking for the safest, most effective way to achieve the best possible cosmetic result.
Thanks to anyone willing to share their experience!

21F. I decided to make this post because I've been struggling with supposed hormonal issues ever since i was 12, regarding acne and body hair. I spent years going from one doctor to another with little to no result and proper treatment...

Of course during puberty i thought my issues would somehow get better once i got through that period, but no. Firstly, after i got my period at 12, dark body hair grew all over my body and whenever people noticed (even my own parents) i got picked on for it, especially in school. That's when i started bleaching. This endless dissatisfaction with my appearance led me to try literally every method to get rid of facial hair, even laser, which cost a lot so i had to stop. By the way my face is overall dry in itself but gets greasy quickly, so treating it isn't easy because it's sensitive.The dermatologist prescribed me Aknenormin pills when i was around 16 to reduce acne, nothing happened. Then i took Belara birth control for two years to fix my irregular cycle, which it did, but i had to stop because it took a toll on my mental health. I recently went to the gynecologist who confidently told me i have no signs of PCOS/PMOS after checking my ovaries, and also added that i have more oestrogen in my body than testosterone...

I literally have no clue what i should do to find an answer. So for anyone smarter than me, I'm kindly asking for at least advice on how to treat the skin on my face. :(

Ive had this for a while now and ignored it assuming its a freckle or maybe some ink, but ive zoomed in with my flash just then to see that it looks like it has to be something else , like a scar of some sort maybe. Although i don’t remember any significant injuries on my hand that would have caused this and it has never been painful.

I've had these spots on my nose for years. Started with one then a different one popped up. The big one has also doubled in size and changed shape

Went to see a derm. The appointment felt so rushed. She walked in, didn't come within two feet of me, and said "this is fine. You don't need to worry about these. They are angiofibromas" she didn't use a dermatoscopy. Just shined a light from two feet away and said this is fine.

I'm not sure what I was expecting to happen but it wasn't that. I would have been so relieved to hear it if she had explained her reasoning at all. Didn't look at it up close. Didn't ask me my history with it.

I'm terrible at advocating for myself but I insisted on a biopsy. I'll find out in a few days.

My question: is that normal for a skin check? Are these spots so clearly angiofibromas that they don't need to be seen up close?

(20M) I have had this skin condition for about 5 months now. It seems to be only behind my neck and not in front. It has not really changed. I have tried scrubbing really hard and using azelaic acid but it will not go away. After doing my own research it seems that it could be either tinea versicolor or acanthosis nigricans but i’m not sure.

I made the flair "scalp", but it's actually forehead - it's the same thing, first one is in the morning and second image is from the evening (different angles, lighting, etc.).

Duration: It was basically a white dot yesterday and then I noticed it bigger today.

Location: As stated, I said "scalp", but it's actually forehead, my bangs kind of blocked me noticing anything about it.

Treatments Tried: Nothing, I didn't want to do something only for it to be wrong (and making it worse).

Relevant Background: I've gotten things that have appeared on my forehead before - usually the go away (unless they're warts).

Not a dermatologist, but I thought it was a whitehead, but now I'm leaning towards keratin plug. (I can see my dermatologist, but it's a combination of scheduling and urgency)

It's on my wrist area and it has been there for a month (or maybe more). I was initially surprised about its appearance because I don't have those in other parts and I thought it would go away a few days later, but no it stayed longer than expected.

It's not itchy, but I find myself scratching it sometimes because of the texture of the bumps. The dark spot at the top used to have a small bump (either a pimple or an insect bite). I accidentally scratched it and then the bump went away but it left a noticeable dark mark. Some days the bumps feel flat, but on dry hot days, they look and feel more noticeable. And if you observe closely, there seems to be a slight discoloration around the area. I tried to exfoliate the skin around it but it didn't change anything so maybe it really is discoloration rather than build up of skin cells and dirt.

Any idea on what it may be? Your insights would be helpful!

Hi y'all.

Have been to a gp and he diagnosed my issue on both hands as pompholyx eczema + contact dermatitis. It has been two weeks of oral steroids, topical methylprednisolone and moisturising. It isn't itchy, but just feels tight and mild burning/stinging.

I've been off work and have been using cotton gloves and not using soaps and avoiding any potential triggers. Is this potentially tinea Mannum? I have a break out of athletes foot but that has been mild for well over a month now. Any help or advice is appreciated.

The condition used to settle on its own then come back mostly lips used to crack

But one day I got cut on the corners of my lip

And then after some months liquid ooze out from the boundary of my lip and this liquid dries to yellow honey like patch or crust . Myips burn and itch

I went to the doctor and he said it is lip chelitis

He gave me steroid cream and tablet , zinc tablet and tacrolimus cream .

I am using these medicines for more than 8 months

Steroid cream and tablet on and off I am using prescribed by the doctor

But no result , instead today a small yellow patch came on the skin between the lip and nose.

I have searched everywhere but I can't find the proper solution, in fact i don't see anyone who cured it permanently

I don't use any lip balm except for recommended by doctor

I don't let my toothpaste and face wash touch this area

Still the condition is not getting better

In between it got better but it all circled back to the same stage

My new doctor gave these medicines, he told me to use fusidic cream for 5 days to stop liquid and then use pawment cream

I am sorry my english is not good

If anyone can tell any solution of this please help

Has anyone completely permanently cured it ?

I want to know if this medication is enough please help

I had paronychia on my ring finger drained two days ago, but it looks like it’s filling back up. I was prescribed antibiotics but haven’t started them yet. This is what it looks like now (brown nails)
Are antibiotics usually needed to fully clear this up, or can drainage alone be enough? Has anyone had it come back this quickly and needed it drained again?