Skin Problems and Treatments Medical Reference

Itchy legs? The cause could be as minor as dry skin or as serious as kidney disease from diabetes. Here’s what else could cause it, plus tips for relief.

Sea lice, also called seabather’s eruption, is caused by jellyfish larvae in the ocean that get trapped in your bathing suit and sting you. Here’s how to treat the itchy, red rash.

Not all tick bites cause infections, but those that do need quick attention. Use this guide to learn more about the signs and symptoms of tick-borne rickettsial diseases.

Tick paralysis is a disease caused by tick bites that can lead to paralysis all over the body, even in the lungs. We’ll explain this uncommon but sometimes scary condition, and why it’s easy to treat.

When sweating is excessive and what to do about it.

Millions of people have hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. If you’re one of them, you can take several steps to reduce sweat and keep your cool.

Some foods can make you sweat. Find out why and when it might be a good idea to talk to your doctor about it.

Argyria is a rare condition caused by an over-exposure to silver or silver compounds. The excessive buildup of silver in the body turns skin a bluish gray.

Grafts can save your life or hide a bald spot. But what are they? Get the facts about skin grafts, bone grafts, coronary artery bypass grafts, and more.

How to tell which skin problems you can treat at home and when you need to see a doctor.

WebMD describes how, for stubborn warts that won’t disappear, laser surgery might do the job by slicing them away or cutting off their blood supply.

Could that mark on your skin be bites from a kissing bug? WebMD explains what you need to know about these bloodsuckers and tells you how to keep them away.

WebMD tells you what you need to know about pityriasis alba.

A skin infection can occur anytime your skin is broken, whether from a cut, tattoo, piercing, puncture, sting or bite.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is rare, and it can look like many common skin conditions, from acne to folliculitis. Here's what your doctor will check on.

When you’ve got itchy skin, your first instinct is likely to scratch -- a lot. WebMD explains why and how you need to resist that urge.

Freezing temps -- and sometimes just chilly weather -- can take a toll on your body. Know the signs to look for before you step out.

Skin cysts are small, painless bumps under the skin that can become infected. Learn the do's and don'ts of treating this common skin problem.

If you have painful sores on your head and scalp, find out from WebMD what some of the common causes are.

WebMD discusses the causes of bleeding under the nail (subungual hematoma) and how this condition is treated.

Does your skin feel and look dry or scaly? It's not uncommon, but there could be a medical condition causing it. Learn more about the causes of scaly skin and what to do about it at WebMD.

If you have scabies, treatment is available. This article examines the medications your doctor might prescribe.

Scabies -- human itch mites -- burrow into your skin, lay eggs, and cause intense itching. Learn how you can prevent these pests from latching onto your body -- and your personal space.

Scabies -- human itch mites -- burrow into your skin and cause severe itching. Learn if you have them and how they’re treated.

Worried about getting lice? Learn five ways to help prevent these pesky parasites from infesting your home and your family at WebMD.