Skin Problems and Treatments Medical Reference
- Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Henoch-Schonlein purpura, an inflammatory disease of the small blood vessels.
- Tinea Versicolor
WebMD explains the cause, symptoms, and treatment of the fungal infection known as tinea versicolor.
- Cauliflower Ear: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
WebMD explains cauliflower ear, including its causes, treatment, and prevention.
- What Is Calcinosis Cutis?
Calcinosis cutis is when calcium collects in your skin, muscles, tendons, and connective tissue. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition today.
- How to Treat Beard Dandruff
Learn how to treat beard dandruff effectively and how to maintain your beard properly.
- How to Care for Centipede Bites
Learn how to spot the signs of a centipede bite and how you can care for one at home.
- What Is Palmar Erythema?
Palmar erythema is a condition in which both your palms turn red. Learn about what causes palmar erythema, symptoms, and more.
- Getting Stitches (Sutures)
WebMD explains why you might need stitches, what kind you might need, and how to care for them.
- What Is a Marjolin Ulcer?
A Marjolin ulcer is a rare form of skin cancer. Learn more about what causes it, how to treat it, and more.
- What Is MSSA Bacteremia?
Learn what MSSA bacteremia is, what causes it, and how it's treated.
- Safe Soaps and Cleansers for Acne
What face wash should you use for adult acne? Learn more about how to choose cleansers, face soaps, and other products that work with your skin type.
- What Is a Maculopapular Rash?
Learn what a maculopapular rash is and how to treat it.
- Foods That Trigger Itchy Skin
Can the foods you eat cause skin problems? Why is your skin itchy after you eat certain foods? Find out what foods can trigger an allergic reaction and what you can do about it.
- Leprosy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Learn more from WebMD about leprosy, a debilitating - and often misunderstood - infectious disease.
- Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac -- the Basics
Most Americans will have an allergic reaction to poison ivy, oak, and sumac. WebMD explains the cause, how to treat a reaction, how to recognize the plant, and how to prevent exposure.
- Carbuncles
Carbuncles are painful clusters of boils that are contagious. Learn more from WebMD about causes, symptoms, and treatments.
- Bedbugs
Learn what bedbugs are, signs you have a bedbug infestation, and how to get rid of bedbugs. And see bedbug bite pictures.
- Chafing
Learn from WebMD about common causes of skin chafing and how to prevent or treat it.
- Dry Skin
Common household products can strip your skin of moisture and cause dry, itchy skin. WebMD offers simple tips that can help soothe your dry skin.
- Combating Common Skin Irritants
Learn more from WebMD about protecting your skin from allergic reactions caused by common irritants.
- Stress and Sweat: 10 Tips to Stay Cool Under Fire
WebMD offers tips for managing perspiration when stress levels are high.
- Sun Poisoning
WebMD explains the symptoms and treatment of sun poisoning -- a severe form of sunburn.
- Scalp Problems
WebMD looks at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of scalp problems, including dandruff, lice, and ringworm.
- Phytophotodermatitis
Phytophotodermatitis. Hyperpigmentation around the mouth after exposure to limes and sunlight.
- Salmon Patch on Newborn
Salmon patch on the glabella of a newborn.
- Morbilliform Drug Eruption
Drug hypersensitivity reaction. Eczematous, targetoid rash on the trunk occurring 1 week after the administration of a systemic cephalosporin.
- Phytophotodermatitis
Phytophotodermatitis. In addition to perfumes, a number of plants, grasses, fruits, and vegetables contain psoralen as a photosensitizer. The child who helps mother or father slice limes before a trip to the park may develop an identical eruption on the hands. Celery and parsley may present similar problems. It is important to recognize this entity since some affected infants and children have been mistakenly thought to have bruising from child abuse.
- Syringoma
Syringoma. These very small papules are adenomas of intraepidermal eccrine ducts. Most commonly, syringomas develop on the eyelids of women during adolescence or early adult life. This image is a good example of the fine papules that occur on the lower eyelids. They have no malignant potential, but the lesions are usually multiple and therefore the cause of cosmetic concern. Syringomas of this type may be delicately removed by electrodesiccation and curettage.
- Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum Eruption
The eruption shown was unusual in that it was so widespread and vesiculopustular. Occasionally, this unimportant eruption must be differentiated from more serious infectious processes, such as neonatal herpes simplex. Tzanck smear of a pustule of erythema toxicum neonatorum will reveal numerous eosinophils but no multinucleated giant cells or bacteria. Occasionally, peripheral eosinophilia is also present. The cause of this condition is not known, and it resolves spontaneously within 10 days. No treatment is required.
- Lichen Striatus on Legs
Lichen striatus. This is a common and benign self-limited childhood dermatosis that is easily diagnosed from its classic appearance. Onset is usually between the ages of 3 and 10 years, and it is rare in young infants, adolescents, and adults. The lesions consist of pink, flesh-colored, or slightly hypopigmented flat-topped papules that evolve in a linear array following lines of Blaschko. The linear course of the papules may eventually traverse the major part of an extremity. The area of involvement is often noted to become wider as it advances and may even include the nails.
- Lichen Striatus on Arm
Lichen striatus. This is a common and benign self-limited childhood dermatosis that is easily diagnosed from its classic appearance. Onset is usually between the ages of 3 and 10 years, and it is rare in young infants, adolescents, and adults. The lesions consist of pink, flesh-colored, or slightly hypopigmented flat-topped papules that evolve in a linear array following lines of Blaschko. The linear course of the papules may eventually traverse the major part of an extremity. The area of involvement is often noted to become wider as it advances and may even include the nails.
- Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum
Erythema toxicum neonatorum. This very common and completely benign condition usually arises in the first 2 days of life. It is seen in about half of healthy newborns and occurs less frequently in preterm infants. The lesions are erythematous macules, within which papules and pustules may develop. The trunk is the most common site, but all other body surfaces, except for the palms and soles, may be involved. Occasionally, these lesions may occur in plaques. The eruption shown in Fig. 1-1 began 2 hours after delivery and involved the face and trunk.
- Erythema Ab Igne
Erythema ab igne on the thighs of a 46-year old female caused by repeated exposure to infrared radiation.
- Cafe au Lait
Café au lait macule adjoining right lateral commissure of lips.
- Tips for Reducing Body Odor
WebMD offers tips for reducing body odor.
- Plantar Warts and Palmar Warts
WebMD explains the causes and treatments for plantar and palmar warts, which are seen more in children.
- Warts: 10 Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get warts? Can warts be prevented? Get answers from WebMD to 10 frequently asked questions about warts.
- Ringworm of the Scalp (Tinea Capitis)
Ringworm of the scalp occurs in children and adults all over the world. It is most common in young children.
- Cutaneous Horns
Another precancerous skin growth, cutaneous horns, appears as funnel-shaped growths that extend from a red base on the skin.
- Henna Tattoo Reactions
The Food and Drug Administration has received complaints from people who have received products marketed as henna temporary tattoos, especially so-called "black henna," at places such as salons and kiosks at beaches and fairs. There have been reports of allergic reactions, skin irritations, infections, and even scarring.
- Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are warts that develop on plantar surfaces -- that is, the soles (or bottom) of the feet. Normal standing and walking tends to force them into the skin, and the pressure makes the feet very painful.
- Congenital Nevi
Congenital nevi are moles that appear at birth. Congenital nevi occur in about one in 100 people.
- Congenital Melanocytosis
Congenital melanocytosis, previously known as Mongolian spots, is a very common condition in any part of the body of dark-skinned babies. The spots are flat, gray-blue in color (almost looking like a bruise), and can be small or large.
- Bunion
A bunion is an unnatural, bony hump that forms at the base of the big toe where it attaches to the foot. Often, the big toe deviates toward the other toes.
- Labia, Clitoris, and Other Vaginal Piercings
WebMD explains the practice of vaginal piercing, including finding the right practitioner to do the job and the medical risks associated with it.
- Hyperhidrosis and Sweating: When Should You See a Doctor?
WebMD explains hyperhidrosis - excessive sweating - and how the condition can be treated.
- Common Complications of Hyperhidrosis
Affecting up to eight million Americans, hyperhidrosis complications are rarely medically serious. On the annoyance scale, though, excessive sweating can be off the charts.
- Common Rosacea Triggers and How to Track Them
Some people have rosacea without even knowing it. Find out what causes the skin condition that’s often mistaken for sunburn and how to track triggers.
- Rosacea Treatment and You
If you have rosacea, there are many ways to keep the condition under control. Though rosacea can't be cured, treatment can prevent it from getting worse.
- 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.