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It is nothing to be ashamed of to have a skin condition. The overwhelming majority of people will experience one at some point in their life. It could be something that affects you in your younger years, such as acne and chickenpox, or a condition that you have to battle throughout your life such as eczema and impetigo. Other disorders last for a short amount of time before treatment and then go away for good.
The key to treating skin conditions is to inspect your body regularly in order to document any abnormalities. If there are sudden changes, then the best thing to do is to go to a dermatologist or your family doctor. If you're interested in the most contracted skin conditions and how to take care of them, click through this gallery.
Cold sores are caused by the virus herpes simplex, which is very contagious. They are fluid-filled blisters that occur around the mouth. They can go away on their own, yet are a little painful. There is no cure for the virus, but drug stores do sell anti-viral creams to ease the pain.
Blisters are an extremely common skin condition. They are the result of pressure on the skin, burning, or sometimes more serious conditions. They will usually go away on their own–the key is to keep it clean with disinfectant. Putting hydrocolloid dressing on the area will also reduce pain and speed up healing.
Hives can take a few forms, including blotching on the skin and raised red spots. Hives appear when your body is producing high levels of histamine, usually in response to an allergy. Taking anti-histamine medication will usually reduce the itchiness. If the hives stay for a prolonged period of time, then you should go see a doctor.
Actinic keratosis is when some patches of your skin turn dry and scaly due to overexposure to the sun. They are not dangerous in themselves, but can turn cancerous down the line, and so are important to keep an eye on. You can remove them using creams, cryogenic freezing, surgery, and photodynamic therapy.
Rosacea is when you get red patches on your skin, usually on your cheeks. You can also get raised bumps and broken blood vessels with this condition. The condition is long-term and is rarely cured. However, there are some treatments you can try, such as prescription creams, antibiotics, and intense pulsed light therapy.
A carbuncle is when a bunch of boils cluster together to form a large, raised lump on your skin. They are usually painful and secrete pus. You should not try to squeeze them–they will go away by themselves. It is better to soak it with a warm towel four times a day and keep the area clean.
A latex allergy ranges from just getting a rash to having severe throat swelling when latex particles are in the air. Many people are allergic to latex and there is no cure. If you have a major allergy, you should carry an EpiPen on you at all times.
Eczema is certainly one of the most common skin conditions among humans. It causes the skin to become dry and itchy. It is a long-term disorder, however, there are things you can do to reduce the pain. Moisturizing every day and using topical corticosteroids can help.
Psoriasis leaves silvery scaly patches on your skin. It usually happens on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. It is caused by a buildup of skin cells. Treatments include topical corticosteroids or oral medication for more severe cases.
Although many people are vaccinated against measles, it is still possible to contract. The illness causes a red-brown blotchy rash on the skin, as well as other cold-like symptoms. There is no immediate cure, but you can fight against it by taking regular anti-pain medication, drinking lots of water, and staying home to prevent further infections.
A squamous cell carcinoma is another kind of non-melanoma skin cancer. It looks like a firm, pink lump with a crusted surface and will be tender to touch. The area should be removed surgically by a doctor to prevent the spread of skin cancer throughout your body.
Melanoma is another type of skin cancer that usually arises from a mole. If you have a new mole or one of your moles has changed, then you should go see a dermatologist. If it is cancerous, then the doctor will simply remove it if it's in its early stages. More developed cases require serious treatments.
Lupus is a condition where skin rashes are one of the symptoms. The disease also causes extreme tiredness and joint and muscle pain. It cannot be cured, however, treatments include anti-inflammatory medicines, hydroxychloroquine, and steroid tablets.
Contact dermatitis is eczema when it is caused by a specific substance. The key to curing it is to identify which substance you are allergic to. The rash itself can be calmed using emollients and topical corticosteroids.
Vitiligo is a common skin condition where white patches develop on your skin because of a lack of melanin. There is no cure, but the effect can be reduced by suitably protecting your skin from the sun.
Warts and verrucas are hard bumps on your skin that usually go away by themselves. You can also freeze them off or have them surgically removed.
Acne is the appearance of blackheads and pimples on the skin, usually on the face, neck, chest, and back. Minor cases can be treated with anti-bacterial face wash, but more severe cases require stronger medicine such as retinol and adapalene.
Chickenpox usually takes place in children. However, if you do not get it when you're young, you are at risk of getting it in adulthood in the form of shingles. The sickness causes itchy spots, high temperatures, and fatigue. Luckily, it should only last around two weeks and once you build up immunity, it is unlikely that you'll get it again.
Seborrheic eczema is when oily areas on your body become rough, dry, and produce dandruff. It is quite common with newborn babies. It usually goes away by itself, however, you can use prescription shampoos and ointments to tackle the itchiness.
This condition usually happens on the back of the arms. It is not harmful and just causes the skin to look more bumpy and red. It can be managed by moisturizing regularly, using unperfumed products, and by exfoliating your skin.
Contrary to the name, ringworm is not a worm but actually a fungal rash. You can catch it from cats and dogs, but it can be cured by anti-fungal cream.
Melasma is a condition that causes part of the cheeks, and sometimes other places, to develop dark patches. It can go away by itself, yet sometimes it becomes permanent. There is no cure, but light therapy might lessen the appearance of the dark patches.
Impetigo is when you get sores and blisters on your skin in the form of a rash. It is very contagious, but rarely serious. Antibiotics do well to treat the condition. You can get them in cream or pill form from the doctor.
Cysts are large lumps of fluid that form underneath the skin. They often go away by themselves, but can be uncomfortable. Do not try and pop it. Instead, go to the doctor. The best thing to do is to keep it clean and free of infection.
Hyperhidrosis is when you excessively sweat. There are several treatments that include prescription anti-perspirants, iontophoresis, and Botox injections into sweaty areas. The best thing to do is to learn to live with it by making life changes such as wearing loose clothing and absorptive socks.
Scabies is not just a skin condition. The rash that comes with scabies is caused by little animals that burrow beneath your skin and then bite the top of your skin. You should get rid of them by applying an anti-scabies cream all over your body, and then repeating the treatment a week later.
Cellulitis is a skin infection that causes part of your body to become hot, swollen, and painful. If you suspect you have it, it should be treated quickly with antibiotics prescribed by the doctor.
All humans experience a bit of hair loss in their life, especially men. While there is no cure for hair loss, there are some innovative treatments to prevent it. These include minoxidil for women and finasteride for men.
Sources: (Healthline) (NHS)
The most common skin conditions, and their cures
Prevalent dermatological conditions
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It is nothing to be ashamed of to have a skin condition. The overwhelming majority of people will experience one at some point in their life. It could be something that affects you in your younger years, such as acne and chickenpox, or a condition that you have to battle throughout your life such as eczema and impetigo. Other disorders last for a short amount of time before treatment and then go away for good.
The key to treating skin conditions is to inspect your body regularly in order to document any abnormalities. If there are sudden changes, then the best thing to do is to go to a dermatologist or your family doctor. If you're interested in the most contracted skin conditions and how to take care of them, click through this gallery.