SKIN

A pimple is a small pustule or papule. Pimples are small skin lesions or inflammations of the skin – they develop when sebaceous glands (oil glands) become clogged and infected, leading to swollen, red lesions filled with pus. Pimples are also known as spots or zits. The development of pimples is primarily connected to oil […]

Eczema is a generalized term that encompasses various inflammatory skin conditions. It is used synonymously with the term “Dermatitis” which means superficial inflammation of the skin (epidermis) that can be acute, chronic and recurring; can have a number of causes. Atopic dermatitis is another term used to define eczema. Eczema is characterized by very distinctive […]

Hives also known as urticaria, is a kind of skin rash with red, raised, itchy bumps. They may also burn or sting. Often the patches of rash move around. Typically they last a few days and do not leave any long lasting skin changes. Less than 5% of cases last for more than six weeks. […]

Psoriasis is a long-lasting autoimmune disease which is characterized by patches of abnormal skin. These skin patches are typically red, itchy, and scaly. They may vary in severity from small and localized to complete body coverage URTICARIA noncontagious skin condition that produces plaques of thickened, scaling skin. The dry flakes of skin scales are thought […]

Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition characterized by portions of the skin losing their pigment.This happens because the cells that make pigment (color) in the skin are destroyed. These cells are called melanocytes. Vitiligo can also affect the mucous membranes (such as the tissue inside the mouth and nose) and the eye. VitiligoThe exact cause […]

Skin tags (acrochordons) are small flesh-coloured or brown growths that hang off the skin and look a bit likewarts. They’re very common and harmless. It is a small benign tumor that forms primarily in areas where the skin forms creases, such as the neck, armpit, groin or under the folds of the buttocks. They may […]

A wart is a small, rough growth resembling a cauliflower or a solid blister. It typically occurs on human’s hands or feet but often in other locations. Warts are caused by a viral infection, specifically by one of the many types of human papillomavirus (HPV). There are as many as 10 varieties of warts, the […]

Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection. Cellulitis may first appear as a red, swollen area that feels hot and tender to the touch. The redness and swelling often spread rapidly. Cellulitis is usually painful. In most cases, the skin on the lower legs is affected, although the infection can occur anywhere on your body […]

A lipoma is a benign tumor (non-cancerous) composed of adipose tissue (body fat). It is the most common benign form of soft tissue tumor. It is a slow-growing, fatty lump that’s most often situated between your skin and the underlying muscle layer. Lipomas are usually detected in middle age. Some people have more than one […]

Also known as varicella, chickenpox is a virus that often affects children. It is characterized by itchy, red blisters that appear all over the body. Chickenpox was once so common it was considered a childhood rite of passage. It is very rare to have the chickenpox infection more than once. It is a highly contagious […]

Impetigo is a contagious bacterial skin infection most common among preschool children. Impetigo is a highly contagious skin condition. It usually occurs on the face, neck, and hands of young children and infants. Children who wear diapers also tend to get it around the diaper area. Impetigo occurs more rarely in adults, usually following another […]