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There are many skin problems, some may be temporary and can be treated with medications or simply with time. Some of those include cold sores, hair loss, blisters, chafing, corns and calluses, sunburn, ingrown hair, acne, gangrene, rashes, itching, vitiligo, varicose veins and spider veins and bruises although there are many more as well.
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Who diagnoses Lichen simplex chronicus?
Lichen simplex chronicus is typically diagnosed by a healthcare provider, such as a dermatologist, based on a physical examination and medical history. Diagnosis may involve ruling out other skin conditions that can cause similar symptoms. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
What are some common skin conditions that are not scabies?
Some common skin conditions that are not scabies include eczema, psoriasis, acne, dermatitis, and fungal infections like ringworm.
What were some of the conditions that Dr. King worked to improve in ChicagoIllinois?
he let people with different colored skin drink from water fountains that white people drank from.
How are people diagnosed with skin cancer?
Usually a skin cancer is first noticed by the patient as a spot on the skin that was not there previously, after speaking to their doctor they will run some tests on a small biopsy to see if its cancerous and if it is usually burn or freeze it off.
What are some common questions about skin that people often have?
Some common questions people have about skin include how to treat acne, how to prevent wrinkles, how to protect skin from the sun, and how to address skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis.
Why do some people ich after swimming?
Some people with excema, or similar skin conditions, have reactions to the chlorine that causes their skin to itch, burn, or otherwise hurt.
What are some different causes for differing skin colors?
Ancestors, the sun, genes and/or melanin that is in our skin.
Different Types of Skin Rashes?
A rash is a breakout of spots on some part of the body that will change the way the skin feels and looks. It is also a word used to describe one of many skin conditions. It is a good idea to know how various skin conditions look so that you can analyze your own skin condition in order to be diagnosed properly. Some skin conditions are categorized with names such as scaly patches of skin that does not have infection or patchy skin that is caused by infection with itchy, red bumps. One of the most common skin rashes that consist of patchy, scaly skin is called eczema. Another common form of eczema is called atopic dermatitis. Atopic means that the disease can be related to genetics and allergies. This skin condition is usually hereditary and starts in the early childhood years. The rash will be seen on the legs, arms, scalp and torso. In many cases, a dermatologist will recommend a prescription type of cortisone cream to help improve the eczema. Some skin rashes that appear are caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. One of these is called ringworm. Fungal infections on the skin are not as common as infections like eczema. Yeast infections are also caused by fungi, and they can cause rashes on the body as well. The yeast can get into the folds of the skin and cause reddening and inflammation. Another common bacterial infection in both children and adults is impetigo. This can be caused from staph germs or strep. Normally, oral antibiotics will have to be prescribed to treat this type of skin condition. There are all kinds of different treatments for treating different skin rashes such as penicillin, natural supplements and creams. You should always get help for your rash while it is in the early stages. If not, the rash can get worse, flare up and cause much discomfort. In many cases, it is recommended to practice some stress reduction tricks will be helpful in reducing skin rashes. Sleep and being calm can increase the immune system in the body which helps to strengthen it.
What is a dermitologist?
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases. It is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist treats diseases, in the widest sense, and some cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair, and nails.
Do all the animal have the same type of skin .if not why?
No, the reason for this is because some animals live in different environments therefore they need different skin for different things. Some animals that live in the jungle have skin that helps them camouflage themselves to prevent predators from hunting them, if they live in a hazardous area they are likely to have hard, rough skin to help prevent injury.
What skin conditions respond to laser treatment?
Rhinophyma (to reshape the nose), some skin cancers, precancer of the lip, and warts around nails and on soles of feet.
Why are there different moisturizing creams for different parts of the body?
There are different moisturizing creams for different parts of the body because the creams works more eficently for some types of skin, for example you can not compare hands skin with face skin. One is much dryer and the other is softer.
