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Symptoms Alopecia areata Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Hair Loss Patterns The primary symptom of alopecia areata is the sudden onset of hair loss, typically in small, round or oval patches. These patches are usually smooth and can vary in …

Causes Alopecia areata Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Immune System Dysfunction Alopecia areata is primarily driven by an autoimmune response, where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles. This immune response causes inflammation around the hair follicles, disrupting the …

Overview Alopecia areata Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Definition and Mechanism Alopecia areata is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by sudden, non-scarring hair loss. It occurs when the immune system erroneously targets hair follicles, resulting in hair loss that can …

Complications Athlete’s foot Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications If left untreated, athlete’s foot can lead to several complications: Spread of Infection: The fungus can spread to other parts of the body, such as the hands, nails, and groin (jock …

Diagnosis Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication Diagnosis of nevus simplex is primarily clinical, based on the appearance of the lesions. These patches are usually visible at birth and are identified by their characteristic pink or red coloration …

Symptoms Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication s simplex presents as flat, pink to reddish-purple patches without well-defined borders. These patches blanch (become pale) when pressure is applied. They are commonly found on the posterior neck, scalp, forehead, …

Causes Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication Nevus simplex is caused by dilated capillaries near the skin’s surface, leading to increased blood flow in those areas during fetal development. The exact mechanism behind this vascular malformation is not …

Complications Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication While nevus simplex itself is benign, it can sometimes be associated with other conditions. For instance, midline lumbosacral nevus simplex, sometimes called a butterfly-shaped mark, may indicate spinal dysraphism if accompanied …

Treatment Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication Management Nevus simplex is benign and typically does not require treatment. Most lesions fade significantly by the age of one to two years. For lesions that persist, especially stork bites on …

Overview Angel kiss Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complication Nevus simplex, commonly referred to as a salmon patch, is a benign vascular malformation often seen in newborns. This birthmark typically appears as pink or red patches on the skin and …

TreatmentDiscoid eczema Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Treatment strategies for discoid eczema aim to restore skin barrier function and manage inflammation. Protective measures to prevent skin injury, frequent application of emollients, and avoidance of allergens are fundamental. Anti-inflammatory interventions include …

DiagnosisDiscoid eczema Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Diagnosis of discoid eczema primarily relies on clinical examination by a healthcare professional. Bacterial swabs may reveal colonization or infection with Staphylococcus aureus, and scrapings are often obtained for mycology to differentiate from …