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Is your skin itching, breaking out, or acting weird? Not sure what’s causing those problems? Get an overview of symptoms and types of skin conditions.

Symptoms

Acne Symptoms

Pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, and some skin cysts are markers of acne. Get up to speed on acne symptoms.

How do you know if you have rosacea? Read six symptoms of this skin condition.

Wondering if your patches of red, cracked, scaly skin are psoriasis? Read up on psoriasis symptoms.

Blisters come in all sizes. Some are painful, red, or itchy; others aren’t. Get a quick overview of blister symptoms.

Types

Sun protection is the best way to avoid sunburn, even on overcast days. Get smart about sunburns.

Get more information about acne here.

How does psoriasis start and what can you do about it? Get the facts from this detailed article on psoriasis.

Perioral dermatitis is a facial rash in the area around the mouth. It’s mainly seen in young women but can also affect men. What are its causes and treatments? Find out.

Skin rashes have many possible causes. Get the facts on four leading types of skin rashes.

Eczema is a family of skin conditions, the most common of which is atopic dermatitis. It can happen at any age, even in infancy, and often affects the face, hands, knees, or feet. Read more.

Cellulitis is a type of skin infection. It may be accompanied by fever, chills, sweating, and swollen lymph glands. Learn about it.

Athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections are examples of fungal infections. Find out how these infections start and how they’re treated.

Got a blister?

Skin isn’t always smooth as silk. It can have lumps and bumps. Find out what causes those little hills and valleys.

Itchy skin? Find out about its causes and treatments.

Scars mark our wounds and can often be treated. Read about scar treatments, including skin creams, surgery, dermabrasion, and laser resurfacing.

Did you know that warts are caused by a virus? Do you know how to get rid of warts? Boost your wart wisdom.

Molluscum contagiosum are pearl-like bumps on the skin, caused by a virus. The condition can last for months or even years and, as its name suggests, is contagious. Learn about it.

Hives are swollen, pale red bumps or patches on skin that crop up suddenly. What causes them and how are they treated? Get the facts.

“Alopecia” means baldness. In alopecia areata, the body’s immune system makes hair fall out. Find out how to deal with this condition.

In vitiligo, white patches develop on the skin.  Between two and five million people in the U.S. have vitiligo. Read about its causes and management.

In hyperpigmentation, skin darkens. In hypopigmentation, skin lightens. Why does it happen? Read this article to find out.

These unsightly veins most often develop on the legs.  Find out what they are and why they happen.

Many people struggle with this visible sign of aging. Find out what increases your risk of developing wrinkles and what you can do about it.

Complications

Most skin rashes aren’t dangerous. But some can be deadly. Learn about five life-threatening skin rashes.

Smoking is associated with premature wrinkling. Heavy wrinkling in smokers may also signal future risk of emphysema and other types of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, researchers say. Read more.

Does your skin make you look older or younger than you really are? This article includes a quiz called “Do You Look Your Age?” Take the quiz for a fresh perspective on your skin.

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