Dr. Donald Shenenberger

Dermatology 26 years experience

What medicine?: I can only assume your daughter is on Accutane (isotretinoin). The symptoms you describe can be associated with isotretinoin. My suggestion would be t... Read More

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A member asked:

Remedy for inflammation to the penis from using caterer condoms?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Good question: I only am just aware of the concept of "caterer condoms". However, if you are getting a reaction to them then one can consider a latex allergy or even... Read More

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A member asked:

I have sore hard lumps around the crown and back of my head. they eventually scab over and sometimes go away while others appear. what causes this?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Several options: Without examining you i cannot give you a 100% answer. However, some thoughts are acne keloidalis (sometimes seen with really short haircuts), could ... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

If i treat acne dark spots with an olive oil remedy, will it vanish them?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Don't know: I am not sure what exact "remedy" you are using. Olive oil by itself will not likely cause dark spots to fade. Things like tretinoin and hydroquinone ... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I had/have scabies and have used kwellada-p twice now. i'm not sure it's working. is there something else i can use?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Be examined: It is possible the diagnosis of scabies was not correct. Also, if this was scabies the itchiness can take a few weeks to calm down. Your body's reacti... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

I am taking accutane for two months now. recently i am spitting blood coming from my throat. is it normal?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Maybe: Accutane can and does cause dryness of the nasal mucosa. This can cause irritation and possibly easy bleeding. If this happens farther back in the nos... Read More

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A 28-year-old male asked:

Please describe the medication: mupirocin?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Topical antibiotic: Mupirocin (bactroban) is a topical antibiotic that is useful for gram positive bacteria, including mrsa.

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A member asked:

Is it ok to squeeze a calcium deposit under the skin and expell the white paste inside? what causes them and how can you keep them away?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Is this a cyst?: It may be more likely that this is a common cyst and the material you express is not calcium. Calcium deposits don't really come out of the skin like... Read More

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A 38-year-old member asked:

Why can i do to get clear skin?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Difficult to say: It really depends on what specific problem you have. Acne can be treated to give you clearer skin. I would see a dermatologist to determine what exact... Read More

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A 28-year-old male asked:

What is the definition or description of: rash between fingers?

Dermatology 26 years experience

?Web space: I can only assume you mean a rash in the webspace when you say "between fingers". If i saw a rash in the webspace that is exactly how i would describ... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

Apparently i have a staph infection, my vagina is itchy and red spots which turn into whiteheads keep popping up in diff places. what does this mean?

Dermatology 26 years experience

?Folliculitis: This sounds like folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicle). Staph can cause it. But there are other things that can cause a folliculitis. You s... Read More

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A 28-year-old male asked:

What is the definition or description of: cryoglobulinemia?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Insoluble proteins: Cryoglobulinemia is a condition in which a person's blood contains a large amount of a specific type of protein called cryoglobulins. This type of pr... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Hi i am on to roaccutane do you think i can follow the cambridge diet plan while taking roaccutane?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Depends: The chances of you having problems in your situation are pretty low. However, i cannot guarantee that given the limitations of this forum. If you ca... Read More

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A 28-year-old male asked:

What is a good over-the-counter cream to treat ingrown pubic hair scars ?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Nothing OTC: Ingrown hairs occur usually after shaving. In some persons the hair will curl as it grows back. The sharp, beveled edge allows the hair to dive back i... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

If someone with herpes sits on my lap can i catch it?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Possibly: If someone's active herpes lesions come in contact with your skin there is a possibility of transmitting the virus to you. It is more likely to happen... Read More

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A female asked:

When a nail is falling off after a subungual hematoma, what will the nail under it look like? it looks like i can see bone underneath.

Dermatology 26 years experience

Slow healing: The loss of a nail can leave the finger (or toe) rather unattractive. The new nail will grow from under the nail fold and out from a place called the ... Read More

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A 23-year-old male asked:

Can a bar soap for facewash b causing my whiteheads. i heard it creates bacteria over time use, i use neutrogena original formula transparent bar soap?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Probably not: A dirty washcloth might be a more likely source of bacteria than a bar of soap. And if the soap contains benzoyl peroxide then it is pretty much not g... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I have a small acne pimple on my right cheek for two months now. i hav tried benzoyl peroxide but its just not going how do i get rid of it?

Dermatology 26 years experience

See a dermatologist: This sounds like a deeper, more inflammatory lesion and will not likely respond to topical treatment. Sometimes these lesions respond to oral antibiot... Read More

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A 62-year-old female asked:

I am broken out with rash on front of thighs around my waist chest upper back. looks like blisters and very painful and itches. some spots r larger t?

Dermatology 26 years experience

See a dermatologist: This could any one of a number of things so i would really recommend you see a dermatologist. It could be something as simple as dry skin (winter itch... Read More

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A 46-year-old member asked:

Please tell me what can i do to help to clear up the dark spots from lichen planus?

Dermatology 26 years experience

See a dermatologist: The post-inflammatory darkening that can happen after lichen planus lesions heal can be a problem. Sometimes the strong topical steroids we use to tr... Read More

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A 45-year-old member asked:

I was wondering what are some of the best acne treatments out there?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Depends: It really depends on what kinds of acne lesions you have. Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, topical retinoids, oral and topical antibiotics and, ultim... Read More

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A 49-year-old female asked:

I worked in a care home for 3 weeks where we were not allowed to use clean gloves for each resident. since then my scalp has been itchy & black bits?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Report this: I'm not sure how this is regulated in the national health service but it should, in my opinion, be reported. Universal precautions are a non-negotiabl... Read More

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A 45-year-old member asked:

Dermatologists: what do molluscum bleed?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Do you mean: "why" do molluscum bleed? If so then like any lesion on the skin, if it is scratched off the resultant injury may bleed. However, molluscum generally ... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

If you are taking accutane isotretinoin and you are not on the pill can it effect your period?my period is a week late...

Dermatology 26 years experience

Stop the med please!: If you are on Accutane but not also on some primary form of contraception, and you are late then i would strongly suggest you stop the med and get a p... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

There are little red itchy bumps on my arms and left leg that look like insect bites but appear out of no where and burn under warm water. any ideas?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Possible: Some people can get a "heat rash" that worsens when the skin is hot and usually gets better when cooled. However, to really be certain you should have... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I had grapefruit, then took 10mg of cetirizine about an hour or so later. i had no idea grapefruit could interact with antihistamines. am i in danger?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Depends on the med: Grapefruit juice inhibits an enzyme called cytochrome p450. If you take a medicine that is metabolized by this enzyme it could cause the levels of tha... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

How do i get rid of stretch marks on my stomach naturally or any cheap type lotion?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Not a guarantee: Once this type of mark occurs on the skin then it is often permanent. Over time stretch marks will fade but the mark it leaves on the skin may always... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

I have what feels like sore/tender skin on the left side of my back, just below my ribs...do i need to see my doctor?

Dermatology 26 years experience

A few options: Sore skin in a limited area may be a sign of a pending shingles outbreak. At 26 you are a little young for that but it not impossible. You should se... Read More

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A 29-year-old male asked:

What is the definition or description of: moles?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Growth of cells: A mole (also called a nevus) is a localized overgrowth of pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) in the skin. Most moles are benign. However, these cel... Read More

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A 42-year-old member asked:

Does hiv rash itch?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Not usually: I agree. Although I have seen a number of patients whose itchy rash was eventually their seroconversion reaction. I think about it with each "itchy ... Read More

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A 43-year-old member asked:

Which cream? can i use to?lighten my skin color?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Hydroquinone: Hydroquinone is a common substance used in over-the-counter and prescription medications. It will cause fading of skin color. However, the skin will ... Read More

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A 41-year-old member asked:

Is there a for sure treatment for cellulitis?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Antibiotics: Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that involves deeper layers of subcutaneous tissue and can spread quickly, sometimes leading to life-threatening c... Read More

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A 37-year-old member asked:

Where do i go to get help with infected ear piercings?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Remove earrings: If these are infected the best thing to do is remove the earrings and treat the infection along with gentle cleansing of the sites. If it doesn't begi... Read More

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A 62-year-old female asked:

Can one suddenly develop eczema at age 63? dishydrosis in past. this "eczema" appeared as a tiny crop of itchy shiny wet looking blisters on thumb.

Dermatology 26 years experience

It is possible: However, you should see a dermatologist to examine you. There are other conditions that can resemble eczema. One often cause of an eczema-like problem... Read More

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A 33-year-old member asked:

Experiencing redness on face/sensitive skin. anything i can take for this?

Dermatology 26 years experience

See a dermatologist: See someone to help you determine what may be going on and recommend proper treatment.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

How do i find a dermatologist who uses a pulsed dye laser to help improve scar appearance?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Ask one: Most dermatologists will tell you on their practice website what lasers they employ. You can certainly call an individual practice and ask also. Visit... Read More

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A 22-year-old male asked:

I have acne and red spot on my face...i am going to use benzac (benzoyl peroxide) ac gel for treating it..so it is good choice or not? plz suggest

Dermatology 26 years experience

A good first try: Benzac ac (http://www.Benzac.Com.Au/why-it-works) is basically benzoyl peroxide with an added combo of absorbing beads and glycerin all act to dry up ... Read More

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A 43-year-old member asked:

I need some tips for sweaty hands how can i cure my sweaty hands problem?

Dermatology 26 years experience

See a dermatologist: There are several things that can be used to treat hyperhidrosis of the palms. A dermatologist can help you with this.

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A 41-year-old member asked:

What could a reddish, dry, flaking lesion on my face be?

Dermatology 26 years experience

A number of things: This could be benign or could also be a precancerous lesion (actinic keratosis) along with a number of other things. This should deb examined by a der... Read More

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A 39-year-old member asked:

Need doctor's help! what do i use to clean new ear piercing?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Peroxide: Most commercial ear piercing places give out (or sell) a cleaning solution that contains hydrogen peroxide. That is probably fine but warm water is pr... Read More

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A 48-year-old member asked:

Could you explain what is mrsa, and is it curable?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Resistant bacteria: Mrsa stands for "methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus". Staph aureus is a common bacteria that can cause skin and other infections. D... Read More

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A 21-year-old male asked:

Is there anyway to reverse a tan? i wore long sleeves 4 yrs straight and now my hands are darker than my arm. please help

Dermatology 26 years experience

Not really so: Other than covering up a bit and time that is about it. There are not really any ways to "reverse" your tan. High spf sunscreen may help reduce the ... Read More

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A 47-year-old member asked:

Is it better to leave a child's skin scrapes covered with a band-aid or uncovered?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Wound care: Covering a wound does help protect against bacteria. And keeping it a little moist will help reduce scarring. A good general recommendation is to si... Read More

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A 41-year-old member asked:

Whats the best treatment for poison ivy or oak?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Many: There are several things that can help. Probably the most common things are otc, like calamine lotion and topical steroids. Sometimes patients need ... Read More

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A 34-year-old member asked:

My 6 month old baby has eczema, and he scratches real bad. what can i do to stop the itching and scratching?

Dermatology 26 years experience

He needs to be seen: Your child should be seen for treatment. In the meantime oatmeal baths can help with the itching. You could also try otc topical steroids until you ... Read More

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A 39-year-old member asked:

How do i get rid of a salmon patch?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Depends: If this in on you then a laser may help to get rid of it. If you are talking about a child of yours then often time will allow most to fade. It migh... Read More

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A 35-year-old member asked:

What is a good natural remedy to get rid of regular skin warts on a child?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Many things: Since warts are caused by viruses, often doing nothing will eventually lead to their resolution. However, lots don't get better on their own. Surpri... Read More

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A 25-year-old member asked:

My neighbors say my new doctor tends to overdiagnose everyone. he thinks i might have epidermal cyst. can you tell me the symptoms?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Cyst: Cysts generally are well-circumscribed. Often they have an opening in the skin (called a punctum) from the skin pore it originated from. They are be... Read More

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A 33-year-old member asked:

Can lamotrigine cause a rash after being on it a year or so?

Dermatology 26 years experience

Drug reactions: While most medication reactions will occur fairly early in the course of treatment an allergic reaction can happen at any point in therapy. Any suspi... Read More

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A 37-year-old member asked:

What would cause a mid 30ties to breakout on forehead and sides face for months. to much of which hormone? other reasons? solutions otherthan perscrip

Dermatology 26 years experience

Many things: Acne is a consideration. However, I am also wondering if this is something you may be coming in contact with. This could involve many things. I would... Read More

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