Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are small, painful blisters that typically appear on or around the lips, mouth, or nose. Cold sores are highly contagious and can be transmitted through close personal contact, such as kissing or sharing utensils or personal items.
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin. It often occurs in individuals with a personal or family history of allergic conditions such as asthma, hay fever, or food allergies.
Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection on the legs, arms, and face that affects the deeper layers of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. It is typically caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes entering the skin through a cut, wound, or break in the skin’s barrier.
Birthmarks are benign skin markings that are present at birth or appear shortly thereafter. They can vary widely in size, shape, color, and texture and may occur anywhere on the body.
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer, accounting for the majority of skin cancer cases. It develops in the basal cells, which are located in the deepest layer of the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin).
Boils and styes are common skin infections that result from bacterial or fungal growth in hair follicles or oil glands. While they share some similarities, they occur in different areas of the body and have distinct characteristics.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes sudden, unpredictable hair loss. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to hair loss in small, round patches on the scalp or other areas of the body.
Actinic keratosis (AK), also known as solar keratosis, is a precancerous skin condition caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It typically appears as rough, scaly patches on sun-exposed areas of the skin – face, ears, neck, scalp, forearms, and backs of the hands.
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It often results in the formation of pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads, primarily appearing on the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders.
