Skin Diseases and Problems

a skin condition in which small red spots appear on the face or the neck, mainly affecting teenagers

a rare disease where painful blisters form on the skin and inside the mouth due to the body's immune system attacking healthy cells

Medications help manage pemphigus symptoms.

an autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden onset of hair loss in well-defined patches on the scalp or other parts of the body

Alopecia areata causes sudden hair loss in patches, often on the scalp.

a chronic skin disorder causing thick, red, and scaly patches due to rapid skin cell overproduction

Psoriasis results in red and scaly patches on the skin.

a chronic skin condition causing red, itchy rashes often starting in childhood

The baby's red, itchy patches were signs of atopic dermatitis.

a condition characterized by episodic narrowing of the blood vessels in the fingers and toes, resulting in reduced blood flow and color changes in the affected areas

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a genetic skin condition characterized by blistering and fragility of the skin

a chronic skin condition that causes redness, swelling, and small bumps similar to acne

a chronic skin condition that causes painful, inflamed nodules and abscesses in the skin's sweat glands

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a skin condition characterized by the loss of pigmentation, resulting in white patches on the skin due to the destruction of melanocytes

Vitiligo causes white patches on the skin due to pigment loss.

a genetic skin disorder characterized by the formation of thick, dry, and scaly skin, often resembling fish scales

Ichthyosis causes thick, dry, and scaly skin.

a rare genetic disorder that affects the nails and can cause thickened, abnormally shaped nails, as well as other skin and oral abnormalities

a small, painful blister that typically appears on or around the lips, caused by the herpes simplex virus

She applied a cream to soothe the discomfort of the cold sore on her lip.

a swollen area on the skin filled with liquid, caused by constant rubbing or by burning

A blister is a small pocket of fluid that forms on the skin, typically caused by friction, burns, or other injuries.

a rough, scaly patch on the skin caused by too much sun exposure and could turn into skin cancer

Actinic keratosis looks like a dry, rough patch on your skin.

a painful, swollen cluster of connected boils on the skin, typically caused by a bacterial infection

The nurse found a painful carbuncle during the exam.

a very common skin condition that causes one's skin to become dry, red, itchy, and bumpy

a serious injury resulting from excessive exposure to severely cold weather or things, causing the freezing of the nose, toes, fingers, etc.

She developed frostbite on her fingers after being outside in the freezing weather for too long.

a bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, and tenderness due to a skin break

A cut can lead to cellulitis, causing redness and swelling.

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a skin condition causing brown or gray-brown patches, often on the face, linked to hormonal changes or sun exposure

Melasma leads to brown patches on the face, especially during pregnancy.

skin inflammation caused by contact with irritants or allergens, resulting in redness, itching, and in some cases blistering

Dishwashing without gloves can cause contact dermatitis on the hands.

any small rounded protuberance (as on certain plants or animals)

a long-term skin condition causing red, itchy, and flaky patches, commonly on the scalp and face

Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic eczema affecting the scalp.

a skin condition causing small, rough bumps on arms, thighs, cheeks, or buttocks

I manage keratosis pilaris on my thighs with regular moisturizing.

a contagious fungal infection of the skin or scalp, characterized by circular, red, and itchy rashes with a raised, defined border

Sharing personal items can increase the risk of contracting ringworm.

a contagious bacterial skin infection causing red sores that turn into yellowish-brown crusts

Good hygiene practices help prevent the spread of impetigo.

any of the animal viruses that cause painful blisters on the skin

injuries to areas of skin and underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, as a result of prolonged pressure on the skin

a condition characterized by inflammation and cracks at the corners of the mouth, often caused by a combination of factors including infection, dryness, and nutritional deficiencies

a general term referring to inflammation of the skin, often causing redness, itching, and various skin conditions

Sunburn can lead to dermatitis, causing redness and discomfort.

a skin condition marked by itchy, raised welts caused by an allergic reaction or other triggers

Stress or anxiety may exacerbate symptoms of nettle rash.

a condition where the skin on certain parts of the body appears dimpled or lumpy, caused by underlying fat deposits and connective tissue