INDIAN SKIN

Eczema is a skin condition that causes dry and itchy patches of skin. It’s a common condition that isn’t contagious. Symptoms of eczema can flare up if you contact an irritant or an allergen. There are treatments available to help you manage symptoms, but there isn’t a cure.

Nail psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes discoloration, pitting and changes in the structure of your nails. It can make you feel self-conscious, though you can buff your nails and apply nail polish to improve their appearance. Nail psoriasis isn't contagious, and treatments can help your symptoms improve

Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, develops in the cells (melanocytes) that produce melanin — the pigment that gives your skin its color.

A skin condition characterised by dark, velvety patches in body folds and creases. Acanthosis nigricans typically occurs in people who are obese or have diabetes. More rarely, it can be a warning sign of a cancerous tumour in an internal organ, such as the stomach or liver.

A skin rash caused by contact with a certain substance. The substance might irritate the skin or trigger an allergic reaction. Some common culprits include soap, cosmetics, fragrances, jewellery and poison ivy.

Hirsuitism is a condition where unwanted male-pattern hair growth occurs on a woman's face, chest and back. Hirsutism can result from excess male hormones, called androgens. This may occur with certain medical conditions. It may also be inherited.

Cold sores, or fever blisters, are a common viral infection. They are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on and around the lips. These blisters are often grouped together in patches. After the blisters break, a scab forms that can last several days. Cold sores usually heal in 2 to 3 weeks without leaving a scar.

These may result from acne, psoriasis, chickenpox, or various other conditions. Seek medical attention if you have a rash, you think you have an infection, or your lesions resemble those caused by MRSA or cellulitis.

Abnormally excessive sweating involving the extremities, underarms and face, usually unrelated to body temperature or exercise.

A skin condition that causes scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp. It can also occur on oily areas of the body, such as the face, upper chest and back.

Urticaria is an acute and chronic itchy rash that can be quite irritating. Angioedema may accompany urticaria, and rarely, it may be fatal. Although many etiologic factors such as infections, drugs, and foods are blamed in their etiology, they are often idiopathic.

Peeling skin syndromes (PSSs) are a heterogeneous group of rare, autosomal recessive disorders characterized by superficial, painless peeling and blistering of the skin without mucosal fragility [

Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition that can, however, make one self-conscious. The causes of hyperpigmentation can be external and internal.

Atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin. It is a common condition that usually begins in childhood; however, anyone can get the disease at any age. Atopic dermatitis is not contagious, so it cannot be spread from person to person.

A small, fleshy bump on the skin or mucous membrane caused by human papillomavirus. Warts are caused by various strains of human papillomaviruses. Different strains may cause warts in different parts of the body. Warts can be spread from one location on the body to another or from person to person by contact with the wart.

Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disorder that often results in unpredictable hair loss.

What is sunburn and what are the causes of it? How you can prevent them.

Acne scars on the face, chest and back are very common. Some 80% of people between ages 11 and 30 will get acne, and one out of five of those people will develop scars. Reducing the scars requires treatment either over-the-counter medications or one or more procedures performed by a dermatologist.

With male pattern baldness, hair loss typically occurs on the top and front of the head. With female pattern baldness, thinning occurs on the top and crown of the head. This thinning in women often starts as a widening of the centre hair part that leaves the front hairline unaffected.

Milia develop when tiny skin flakes become trapped in small pockets near the surface of the skin. Although milia can develop at any age, they're most common among newborns.

A skin rash triggered by a reaction to food, medicine or other irritants. Urticaria is a common skin rash triggered by many things, including certain foods, medication and stress.

What are skintags ? Hiw can you treat them? Know more about skintags in this episode

What is Psoriasis,How long it lasts and what are the causes of occurrence?

A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles plug with oil and dead skin cells. Acne is most common in teenagers and young adults.

A condition in which brown patches appear on the face. Melasma can be due to hormonal changes during pregnancy or from sun exposure. Women are much more likely than men to develop this condition.