Skin Problems and Treatments Medical Reference

Your genes and other conditions can cause nail pitting. Learn what to look for.

Ecchymosis is the medical term for a type of bruise. Learn more about ecchymosis and when you need to see a doctor.

Red light therapy is used for dental pain, hair loss, and skin damage. But does it work? Learn more about this treatment and its risks here.

Despite their name, earwigs aren’t interested in crawling into your ear. Find out where they live instead.

Tiny red spots on your skin could be a sign of an infection, injury, or a medication side effect. Learn what causes petechiae and what to do if you see them on yourself or your child.

If the skin peels on your fingers, it might be a sign of a more serious condition. Learn the most common causes of finger peeling, and how to treat them.

A romantic date with your partner could leave a red and purple mark on your neck. Learn what causes hickeys and how to get rid of them.

Albinism is when your skin, hair, and eyes appear much lighter than is typical for your family background. Here’s what to know about this rare genetic condition.

Understanding angioedema can help lead to better treatment and fewer episodes. Find out what you need to know.

Seeing spots on your skin? How to treat your "freckles" will depend on the cause.

If you have brittle nails that crack and split, anything from getting your hands wet too often to thyroid disease could be why it's happening. Learn the causes, and find out what steps to take to get the problem under control.

You don't get goosebumps only when you're scared. Find out some of the medical reasons you might get them, and what kinds of treatments can help.

Feel like your face is always red? Find out why you may be flushed and when it's time to see a doctor.

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.