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Overview Body Piercing Overview Contraindications Regulations Procedures Aftercare Potential complications Body piercing, a popular and ancient form of body modification, involves creating an opening in the body to insert jewelry or cultural adornments. This practice has deep cultural, aesthetic, and …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Cutaneous features include: Transient Recurrent Erythema: Flushing Persistent Facial Erythema: Long-lasting redness Telangiectasia: Visible blood vessels Papulopustular Rosacea: Inflammatory papules and pustules Phymatous Changes: Skin thickening, particularly on the nose (rhinophyma), more common in …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Complications of rosacea can include: Phymatous Rosacea: Thickened skin, particularly on the nose. Ocular Complications: Conditions like blepharokeratoconjunctivitis and sclerokeratitis. Psychosocial Impact: Increased anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and social isolation. Lifestyle Limitations: Avoidance of …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Rosacea is primarily diagnosed clinically based on the 2017 global ROSacea COnsensus (ROSCO) panel criteria, requiring one diagnostic criterion or two major criteria: Diagnostic Criteria: Persistent centrofacial erythema, phymatous changes Major Criteria: Flushing, inflammatory …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications General Measures Education on skincare and lifestyle measures is crucial. Patients should: Record Symptoms: Identify triggers such as spicy food, temperature changes, sun exposure, cosmetics, medications, alcohol, certain foods, and stress. Skincare: Moisturize frequently, …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications The pathogenesis of rosacea is multifactorial, including: Genetic Susceptibility: Single nucleotide polymorphisms related to the class II major histocompatibility complex. Altered Microbiome: Bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, Helicobacter pylori infection, and increased density …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition primarily affecting the central face, typically starting between the ages of 30 and 60. Characterized by persistent facial redness, rosacea has a relapsing and remitting course, with …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Psoriasis is a multifactorial disease classified as an immune-mediated genetic skin disorder. The condition involves a complex interaction between the innate and adaptive immune systems. Genome-wide association studies have identified the histocompatibility complex HLA-C*06:02 as …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Psoriasis typically presents with symmetrically distributed, red, scaly plaques with well-defined edges. The scale is often silvery white, except in skin folds where plaques may appear shiny with a moist peeling surface. Common sites include …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment General Advice Patients should be well-informed about their condition and treatment options. Lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation, limiting alcohol consumption, and maintaining a healthy weight can help manage psoriasis. Topical Therapy Mild psoriasis is …

Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Psoriasis is primarily diagnosed based on its clinical features. A general practitioner (GP) can often diagnose the condition by examining the affected skin. If the diagnosis is uncertain or the condition is severe, a referral …