Skin Conditions
18 conditions
Acne
A common skin condition causing pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads, usually on the face.
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
A chronic inflammatory skin condition causing dry, itchy, red, and inflamed patches of skin that can significantly impact quality of life.
Dry Skin
Skin that lacks moisture and may feel tight, rough, or flaky.
Hives (Urticaria)
Raised, itchy welts on the skin that appear suddenly and can vary in size. Usually caused by allergic reactions but can have many triggers.
Psoriasis
A chronic autoimmune skin condition causing red, scaly patches.
Rosacea
A chronic skin condition causing facial redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes small, pus-filled bumps.
Cold Sores (Herpes Simplex)
Small, painful blisters typically appearing around the lips, caused by herpes simplex virus.
Athlete's Foot
A fungal infection causing itchy, scaly rash on the feet, especially between the toes.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
A common skin condition causing scaly, itchy, red skin, especially on the scalp.
Traction Alopecia
Hair loss caused by tight hairstyles that pull on the hair.
Folliculitis
Inflammation of hair follicles, usually caused by bacterial or fungal infection.
Yeast Infection (Vaginal Candidiasis)
A common fungal infection caused by Candida yeast, typically affecting the vagina and vulva, causing itching, burning, and abnormal discharge.
Scabies
A highly contagious skin infestation caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, causing intense itching and a pimple-like rash, especially at night.
Cellulitis
A common and potentially serious bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in the affected area, most often on the lower legs.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
A common viral illness in young children causing fever, mouth sores, and a rash on hands and feet. Highly contagious but usually mild.
Ringworm (Tinea)
A common, highly contagious fungal skin infection that causes a ring-shaped, red, itchy rash. Despite its name, ringworm has nothing to do with worms.
Impetigo
A highly contagious bacterial skin infection common in young children, causing red sores that rupture and develop honey-colored crusts. Easily treated with antibiotics.
Cradle Cap (Infantile Seborrheic Dermatitis)
A common, harmless skin condition in babies causing scaly, crusty patches on the scalp. Not itchy or painful, and usually clears on its own within the first year of life.
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Note: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.