Skin Problems and Treatments Medical Reference
- Rosacea: When to See Your Doctor
People with mild rosacea might not even ask their doctors about it. But whether you have been diagnosed with rosacea or not, there are some signs you shouldn't ignore.
- Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a common disorder which produces a lot of unhappiness. Learn more from WebMD about treatment options.
- Sun-Sensitizing Drugs
Sun-sensitizing drugs have side effects when people taking them are exposed to the sun. Find out more.
- Skin Conditions in Dark Skin
WebMD explains how skin conditions such as vitiligo, eczema, and acne affect dark skin more frequently or with more severity.
- Skin and Acanthosis Nigricans
Learn what causes acanthosis nigricans, a skin condition, and how it can be treated.
- CREST Syndrome and Scleroderma
Get information on CREST syndrome, also known as limited scleroderma, including its complications.
- Acrocyanosis
Learn more from WebMD about the causes and symptoms of acrocyanosis, a blueness of the hands and feet.
- Sunburn
Some people are more likely to get sunburned than others. Find out how at risk you are, learn how to avoid sunburn, and get tips on treating it.
- Contact Dermatitis: Facts About Skin Rashes
Contact dermatitis is a skin rash or irritation caused by touching something. It could be an allergic reaction or skin damage.
- Life-Threatening Skin Rashes
Life-threatening skin rashes are rare, but when they do occur, you must identify them and go to a doctor quickly. WebMD tells you what to look for.
- Boils: Treatments, Causes, and Symptoms
Wondering how to get rid of a boil? Find out what causes them, what their symptoms are, and what to do if you get one.
- Dermoid Cyst
A dermoid cyst is a saclike growth on or in the skin that is present at birth. Learn more from WebMD about the symptoms and treatment of dermoid cysts.
- Erythema Nodosum
WebMD explains erythema nodosum, a skin condition that usually affects the lower legs, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Finger Infection Treatment
Finger infections can range from mild to serious. Find out how the various conditions are treated.
- Medications for Skin Conditions
Learn about common medications used to treat skin conditions, including topical and oral drugs.
- Food Allergies and Your Skin
Learn the symptoms of a food allergy and what to do about them.
- Frequently Asked Questions About Skin
What does the skin do? How should I treat a sunburn? Get the answers to these and other common questions about the skin.
- Allergic Reactions to Insect Stings
WebMD explains allergic reactions to insect stings, including how to treat severe reactions.
- Skin Conditions and Warts
Learn how to treat warts, which are skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
- Resources and Support for Skin Conditions
WebMD provides a list of resources if you are looking for information on various skin conditions.
- Hives and Your Skin
You've heard of hives but do you really know what they are? Find out more about this common skin condition.
- Skin Conditions As You Age
Youthful habits can impact your skin as you age. Learn more about common skin conditions in the elderly.
- Blisters, Corns, Calluses, and Your Skin
Three of the more common skin conditions that people experience are blisters, corns, and calluses. Learn how they are treated.
- Nail Fungus and Ingrown Nails
Nail fungus and ingrown toenails are common problems. Find out from WebMD how to prevent and treat these conditions.
- Skin Conditions: Understanding Your Skin
WebMD explains skin and its role in protecting against injury and infection, among other things.
- Hyperpigmentation, Hypopigmentation, and Your Skin
WebMD explains pigmentation - the coloring of a person's skin - and what conditions cause too much or too little.
- Skin Conditions: Pigmented Birthmarks
WebMD explains the two main types of birthmarks that are either present at birth or appear shortly after birth. Learn more.
- Moles, Freckles, and Skin Tags
Learn about moles, freckles, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, and lentigines and their relationships to your skin. Find out what they look like and how they're treated.
- Your Skin and Rosacea: Symptoms and Treatment
Red skin and bumps could be sunburn or acne. But they could be rosacea. Learn how to tell the difference and how rosacea is treated.
- Red Birthmarks, Hemangiomas, and Your Skin
Learn about hemangiomas, red birthmarks, and treatments for them.
- Fungal Infections of the Skin
Learn about symptoms, causes, and treatments for common fungal infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections.
- Scars and Your Skin
WebMD explains scars and the treatments used to minimize their appearance.
- Cysts, Bumps, and Lumps on Your Skin
There are a number of skin conditions that cause lumps and bumps to appear. This article covers some of the most common ones.
- Rashes
The the basics on some common types of skin rashes, including eczema, granuloma annulare, lichen planus, and pityriasis rosea.
- Your Skin, Pruritus, and Itching
WebMD explains the link between pruritus, or itchiness, and other medical conditions.
- Perioral Dermatitis
A brief overview of perioral dermatitis, a facial rash that causes bumps to develop around the mouth.
- Understanding MRSA -- Diagnosis & Treatment
WebMD's guide to the diagnosis and treatments for MRSA, a potentially dangerous staph infection.
- Understanding MRSA -- Prevention
Learn about the prevention of MRSA -- a type of staph infection -- from the experts at WebMD.
- Understanding MRSA Infection
MRSA is a contagious, antibiotic-resistant staph infection that can become dangerous. Find out the causes and symptoms, and when to call your doctor.
- Vitiligo and Loss of Skin Color
Learn more about vitiligo, a condition in which the skin loses its pigment and color in patches.
- Staph Infection and Cellulitis
WebMD explains staph infections of the skin, including symptoms and treatment.
- Skin Cysts and Tumors
WebMD explains causes, symptoms, types, and treatment of skin cysts and tumors.
- Scleroderma
WebMD looks at the causes, symptoms and treatment of scleroderma, an autoimmune disorder that can damage the organs.
- Skin Conditions Related to HIV/AIDS
Because HIV/AIDS weakens the immune system, people with the virus are more likely to develop certain skin conditions. Learn more.
- Sporotrichosis
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of sporotrichosis, an infection caused by mold spores that can range from mild to life threatening.
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose and Spider Veins
WebMD explains sclerotherapy, a tried-and-true treatment for spider veins and varicose veins.
- Plastic Surgery for Burns and Other Wounds
If you have a severe wound, such as a burn, cosmetic surgery may improve its appearance. Learn more about plastic surgery from WebMD.
- Cosmetic Procedures, Birthmarks, and Other Abnormal Skin Pigmentation
WebMD explains types of birthmarks and other common skin pigmentation disorders, including symptoms and procedures to correct them.
- Varicose Veins and Spider Veins: Symptoms and Treatment
Some people just don’t like the way varicose veins and spider veins look. Others get unpleasant symptoms from them. Learn about treatments and prevention.
- How to Use Insect Repellents Safely
Insect repellents are available in various forms and concentrations. Learn how to use bug sprays safely and effectively.