The most common types of skin diseases are viral and inflammatory diseases. Most important is skin cancer. Most cancerous skin-related conditions are caused by excessive exposure to sunlight, or the use of tanning beds. These articles provide general information about skin diseases. We can help you with caring for your skin to seeking treatment and advice for more serious skin conditions. If you have a skin condition or skin disease and require specific advice make an appointment to see our dermatologist. Contact us today!
Information about skin diseases and common skin problems
BASIC TYPES OF SKIN DISEASE
Skin diseases are not always limited to rashes or irritations. In order to better understand the risks associated with these conditions, you should understand the distinct types of skin disease.
CARING FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN
There are some skin types that tend to consistently suffer from acne, and this can be extremely difficult and hard to treat. Acne skin care must be handled delicately in order to be effective.
CARING FOR A SKIN LESION
A skin lesion is a growth on the skin, or a patch that look different than all of the rest of the skin around it. This makes it absolutely vital to be vigilant about your skin and how it looks “normally”.
CAUSES OF SKIN DISCOLORATION
Skin discoloration can be causes by many different reasons. By understanding the causes of the discoloration, it is easier to identify the appropriate treatments to correct the problem.
COMMON CAUSES OF ITCHY SKIN
Many people overlook or underestimate the problem of itchy skin. They simply scratch the area and ignore the problem. The consequences can be inflamed nerve endings, broken skin, and a much more serious skin condition.
COPING WITH SKIN ALLERGIES
Skin allergies are the body’s natural reaction to specific trigger allergens and irritants. Although there is no one set of universal allergens that trigger reactions in all humans, there are certainly a number of common ones.
HOW TO DEAL WITH AND GET RID OF SKIN FUNGUS
Naturally, contracting something like a skin fungus is cause for major concern. Not only are skin fungal infections unsightly and embarrassing, but they’re often incredibly uncomfortable as well.
MANAGING AN ITCHY SKIN RASH
Itchy skin rash a very common occurrence, and one that needs to be treated. Not only is an itchy skin rash uncomfortable, it can be a symptom of a more serious condition.
SKIN BUMPS EXPLAINED
These are the most commonly diagnosed skin bumps, and you can see that they all need the attention of a medical expert to be dealt with safely. Never try to handle skin bumps without the guidance of a trained skin doctor.
SKIN INFECTION
For the most part, skin infection will be – Bacterial, Viral, Fungal or yeast. They are also going to be either very superficial or all of the way into the subcutaneous fat.
SKIN TAGS
Skin tags, which are small, soft, pieces of hanging skin that protrude from the body. They are non-cancerous and cause no harmful symptoms. If skin tags bother you they can be removed by a dermatologist.
SKIN MOLES
Moles on skin, freckles, skin tags and more are thought of in many different ways. These types of skin lesions will not pose any health risks. However, some of them may be removed for cosmetic reasons.
TESTING FOR COMMON SKIN CONDITIONS
Tests for skin conditions are quite simple, and are typically fast outpatient procedures. There are three basic types of diagnostic tests performed for common skin conditions.
TREATING DISCOLOURATION OF SKIN
The discoloration of skin typically does not threaten your health in any way, but it can be very damaging for your self confidence and personal life. There are a few remedies that may be able to help.
TREATING SKIN SORES
You do not want to pick or scratch your sore, or you could cause an infection, cause more sores to spread, or cause a scar to form later. There are many other tips to be remembered when treating your skin sores.
Treating Your Skin Disorders
It isn’t only things like pimples, wrinkles, skin cancers, or autoimmune problems like psoriasis that makes people head to skin doctors. There are so many skin disorders that even skin doctors have to specialize.
TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR SKIN LESIONS
A skin lesion is any form of anomaly or oddity found on the skin. Different types include birthmarks, freckles, moles, skin tags, bumps, and cysts. Wounds from sources like insect bites or injuries can also be considered skin lesions.
VITILIGO AND SKIN PIGMENTATION
Vitiligo is when the pigment starts to fade and develop unusual white patches. Generally, vitiligo is believe to be a malfunction of the immune system in which the white cells begin to destroy and attack the melanocytes.
If you have questions about skin problems contact your local doctor, who will arrange for you to see a dermatologist.
