It is important to know the cause and symptoms of common skin diseases so that you can prevent them and seek the appropriate treatment.
Vitiligo The symptoms of vitiligo include non-scaly, non-itchy, depigmented patches or white spots on. It is one of those skin disorders that is thought to be caused by an autoimmune process. the skin.
Acne vulgaris It is caused by a combination of several factors such as increased production of the glands in the skin, the presence of a bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes, the clogging of the pilosebaceous unit commonly called the skin pore and the resultant inflammation. Symptoms of acne include swellings on the face and other parts of the body with high concentrations of sebaceous or oil glands.
Tinea versicolor or pityriasis versicolor is a fungal skin infection. Symptoms of tinea versicolor include patches of light skin in people with skin of color or patches of pinkish skin that do not tan in those with lighter skin tones.
Hand eczema , which is a type of irritant contact dermatitis, is caused by the toxic effects of substances such as detergents and cement on the skin. Symptoms of hand eczema include an itchy or burning sensation on the skin when it comes in contact with these irritating substances.
Pyogenic granuloma Symptoms of pyogenic granuloma include a beefy swilling which arises suddenly, grows rapidly and tend to bleed easily and profusely.
Xanthelasma is another benign skin growth. Symptoms of xanthelasma include a yellowish, painless swelling on the eyelid which progressively gets bigger.
Plantar warts These swellings are often painless but they may be painful if they are on areas that receive a lot of pressure when one is standing or walking.
Traction alopecia Symptoms of traction alopecia include gradual and painless hair loss along with the hairline and above the ears.
Onychomycosis is caused by a fungal infection of the nails. Symptoms of onychomycosis include thickening and discoloration of the nail.
Ingrown toenails Symptoms of ingrown toe nails include swollen are growing in the wrong direction and cutting in the wrong direction and cutting into the toe. and painful toes which may cause difficulties walking.
