Rowena Santos, MD  
Female
Philippines

What's the next course of action - Cysts on Scrotum
Nov 18, 2008 11:57PM in the Dermatology Community
Hi, A variety of masses can occur in the scrotum such as sebaceous or epidermal cyst, hydrocele, hematocele, spermatocele or testicular tumor. A sebaceous cyst is a collection of sloughed material from the skin surface. These cysts are usually clearly within the wall of the scrotum rather than inside the scrotum. This may be uncomfortable or become in...
help mee :(
Nov 18, 2008 11:36PM in the Dermatology Community
Hi, This could be perioral dermatitis which presents as itchy or tender small red papules that may appear round the mouth, upper lip, chin and cheeks. The surrounding skin may be pink, and the skin surface often becomes dry and flaky. The most common cause is the application of moisturizers, cream cleansers, sunscreens and especially topical steroid c...
Itching penis head
Nov 18, 2008 07:05PM in the Dermatology Community
HI, This could be due to an irritation, infection or possible sexually transmitted disease. Are there other signs or symptoms present? It is important to keep the area clean and dry. If this is irritation, it will resolve in a few days after the irritant is removed. Avoid using soap or detergents that may have exacerbated this. Try also to avoid manipula...
Fingernail Whitness
Nov 18, 2008 06:53PM in the Dermatology Community
Hi, Leukonychia is white streaks or spots on the nails. Leukonychia Partialis in particular is whitening of parts of the nail. There are several types of this condition: 1. leukonychia striata is a whitening or discoloration of the nail in bands or "stria". It may be caused by cirrhosis, chemotherapy, or physical injury to the nail matrix; 2. true leukony...
cant get rid of boils in the groin area
Nov 18, 2008 06:09PM in the Dermatology Community
Hi, How are you? A boil, also referred to as a skin abscess, is a localized infection deep in the skin. It starts as a reddened, tender area that becomes firm and hard. Eventually, the center of the abscess softens and becomes filled with pus. There are several different types of boils depending on the location: furuncle, carbuncle, cystic acne, hidradeni...
4 year old with hands and fingers that constantly peel
Nov 18, 2008 05:21PM in the Dermatology Community
Hi, How is your son? Exfoliative keratolysis is a common skin condition in which there is focal peeling of the palms and less often the soles. It is more common during the summer months, and most often affects young adults. It usually starts with one or more superficial air-filled blisters on the fingers or palms that burst to leave peeled areas. These ...