Skin & Hair
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Rosacea is a long-term facial skin condition that may cause flushing, persistent colour changes, visible vessels, sensitivity or acne-like bumps. It can affect all skin tones.

Fungal infections can affect the skin, scalp and nails. Dermatophytes and yeasts cause different patterns, and not every itchy or scaly patch is fungal.

Scabies is a contagious infestation caused by a tiny mite. It often produces intense itching and a rash; the distribution and history of close contact are important clues.

Immunomodulators alter parts of the immune response. In dermatology, the term includes several topical and systemic treatment groups with different purposes and precautions.

Hives are itchy raised swellings that can appear and fade, sometimes moving between areas. Individual wheals usually last less than a day, although new ones may continue to form.

Tinea is a dermatophyte fungal infection, despite the name ringworm. It is named according to the body site involved, and its appearance is not always a perfect ring.

Eczema is an umbrella term for inflammatory skin conditions that can cause itch, dryness and irritated patches. The cause and care plan vary with the type of eczema.

Skin cancer includes several different conditions, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. A skin photograph alone cannot reliably establish which type of lesion is present.

Contact dermatitis occurs when something touching the skin causes irritation or an allergic reaction. It can be sudden or persistent and is commonly itchy.

Seborrheic dermatitis is a recurring inflammatory condition affecting areas such as the scalp, eyebrows, sides of the nose and upper trunk. Flaking may occur with itch and colour changes.

Common skin warts are benign growths caused by human papillomavirus. They can appear on the hands, feet and other sites and may persist or recur.

Atopic dermatitis is a common form of eczema associated with dry, itchy and inflamed skin. It can affect children and adults, with periods of improvement and flares.