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Atopic eczema

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Overview Atopic dermatitis, also known as atopic eczema, is a prevalent inflammatory skin disease characterized by generalized skin dryness, itch, and rash. This condition is particularly common in children, often developing before their first birthday, but it can also …

Atopic dermatitis

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Overview Atopic eczema, is a prevalent inflammatory skin disease characterized by generalized skin dryness, itch, and rash. This condition is particularly common in children, often developing before their first birthday, but it can also emerge for the first time in …

Athlete’s foot

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Overview Athlete’s foot, medically known as tinea pedis, is a common fungal infection of the skin that primarily affects the feet. It typically begins between the toes and can spread to other parts of the feet, causing itching, peeling, …

Actinic keratosis

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Overview Actinic keratosis (AK), also known as solar keratosis, is a rough, scaly patch on the skin resulting from prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. These lesions commonly appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, lips, ears, forearms, …

Acrodermatitis enteropathica

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Overview Acrodermatitis Enteropathica (AE) is an inherited autosomal recessive disorder primarily affecting newborn infants. It results from a mutation in the zinc transporter gene, leading to impaired zinc absorption in the intestine and subsequent zinc deficiency. Before understanding its …

Acitretin

Overview Side Effects Monitoring & Safety Measures Frequently Asked Questions Conclusion Overview Acitretin is a second-generation oral retinoid (a vitamin A derivative) used to treat severe skin disorders, primarily psoriasis. It works by regulating keratinocyte differentiation and slowing excessive skin cell growth, making it effective …

Dealing with Skin Cysts

Skin cysts typically require no treatment if they pose no issues. However, intervention might be advised under certain circumstances, like: – Having an infected skin cyst, where antibiotics may be prescribed. – Dealing with a sizable, painful cyst that disrupts daily life; for instance, a …

Scars

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Overview What are Scars? Scars form as part of the natural healing process after the skin has been cut or damaged. The skin repairs itself by growing new tissue to close the wound and fill in any gaps caused by …