Comparing psoriasis vs. eczema is a complicated prospect, as the two conditions have many similar characteristics. What is certain is that both can leave the sufferer feeling miserable and embarrassed by patches of red, raised, irritated skin. Though there are … Continued
An armpit rash can be uncomfortable and unsightly but it is usually not extremely serious. It can have a number of causes and identifying the exact cause is always the first step in any effective treatment. There are a number … Continued
Skin rashes that itch are one of the most common of all health complaints. Every day, dermatologists and other medical doctors see numerous patients presenting with some sort of skin irritation on their body.. In most cases, rashes are easy … Continued
Red spots on skin can be troubling and even annoying if they are accompanied by itching, but they aren’t necessarily a sign of a serious health issue. There may be a range of causes for these spots, from allergies and … Continued
At one point or another, we’ve all experienced acne breakouts. It usually starts around puberty, sometimes a bit before and sometimes many years after, but regardless of when it manifests itself it can be quite embarrassing and make you a … Continued
It can be suddenly terrifying to see crusty, red patches start to appear on your baby’s sensitive skin. While it is easy to panic, rest assured that it is actually quite common and there is a very good chance that … Continued
No-one relishes having a cold sore and in fact, the tell-tales signs that the virus is becoming active, is dreaded. They are so visible, uncomfortable and seem to take so long to disappear. If you are plagued with cold sores, … Continued
The term alopecia is a general one and simply means hair loss. It is a common condition and the chances are that you know someone who has alopecia now or has had alopecia because it can affect anyone, at any … Continued
Although sounding horrendous,ringworm is not actually a worm, but a fungal infection where the circles or patches can appear red and silvery on the skin. They can also blister. Ringworm can affect the groin area, the feet, body, nails and … Continued
Impetigo is a highly infectious disease that subsequently turns into inflamed patches or, can evolve into pus filled sores. This is a horrible condition that can spread quite easily so care should be taken when treating. The inflamed patches or … Continued