Athlete’s Foot is a very common skin condition which, while easily treatable, may recur in susceptible individuals. In some people, the skin between the toes peels, cracks, and scales. Redness, scaling, and even dryness on the soles and along the sides of the feet are also common symptoms. Athlete’s foot can also produce itching and […]
Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin. Viruses that cause warts are called human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are usually skin-colored and feel rough to the touch, but they can also be dark, flat and smooth. The appearance of a wart depends on where it is […]
Vitiligo is a skin condition resulting from loss of pigment. The result is white patches spread over the body. Any part of the body may be affected, but the most common areas include the face, lips, hands, arms, legs, and genital areas. The best treatment for vitiligo is often times no treatment at all. In […]
Tinea Versicolor is a common skin condition that consists of small, scaly white-to-pink or tan-to-dark spots which can be scattered over the upper arms, chest and back. The condition prevents the skin from tanning normally. As the rest of the skin tans in the sun, the pale spots become more noticeable, especially on dark skin. […]
Shingles or zoster, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. If you have had chicken pox, you can develop herpes zoster. Symptoms include burning, itching, tingling, or extreme sensitivity usually limited to one side of the body. A red rash eventually appears, along with […]
Scabies is caused by a tiny mite that infests the skin, causing little red bumps to appear. In more advanced cases, the skin may become crusty or scaly. Creams, lotions, a sulfur ointment, and oral medications are often used as forms of treatments. Antihistamines may be prescribed to relieve itching, which can last for weeks, […]
Rosacea is a skin disease that causes redness and swelling of the face. As the disease progresses, small vessels and tiny pimples begin to appear on and around the reddened area. In advanced cases, the disease can be characterized by a enlarged red nose and puffy cheeks. Approximately half of all rosacea patients experience burning […]
Allergic Contact Dermatitis is caused by a reaction to substances called allergens that come into contact with your skin (for example, poison ivy). In susceptible people, these contact allergens can cause itching, redness, and blisters. Mild rashes that occur from allergic contact dermatitis usually respond to topical steroid creams and/or oral antihistamines that your dermatologist […]
Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that generally appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by a flaky white buildup. These patches, or plaques, frequently form on the elbows, knees, lower back, and scalp. However, the plaques can occur anywhere on the body. While psoriasis cannot be cured, a number of treatment options […]
Pityriasis Rosea is a rash that usually begins with a large, scaly, pink patch on the chest or back. It is frequently confused with ringworm, however antifungal creams do not help because it is not a fungus. Eventually, the patches take on an oval shape and may form a pattern over the back similar to […]