Dermatological Diseases
Dermatology deals with skin, hair, and nail disorders. Here are some common skin diseases along with their symptoms:
Acne (Pimples)
Symptoms:
- Whiteheads & blackheads
- Red, inflamed pimples
- Pus-filled cysts
- Scarring in severe cases
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Symptoms:
- Dry, itchy skin
- Red or inflamed patches
- Cracks or scales on the skin
- Blisters or oozing in severe cases
Psoriasis
Symptoms:
- Thick, red patches covered with white/silvery scales
- Dry, cracked skin that may bleed
- Itching or burning sensation
- Common on elbows, knees, and scalp
Fungal Infections (Ringworm, Athlete’s Foot, Jock Itch)
Symptoms:
- Red, circular rashes (ringworm)
- Itching, peeling, or cracked skin
- Burning sensation in affected areas
- Thickened, brittle nails (fungal nail infections)
Contact Dermatitis (Allergic Skin Reaction)
Symptoms:
- Red, itchy rash
- Swelling or blisters
- Burning sensation
- Peeling or dry patches
Rosacea
Symptoms:
- Persistent facial redness (cheeks, nose, forehead)
- Visible blood vessels
- Pus-filled bumps similar to acne
- Eye irritation (in some cases)
Urticaria (Hives)
Symptoms:
- Raised, itchy red or skin-colored welts
- Swelling of lips or eyelids in severe cases
- Triggered by allergens, stress, or infections
Vitiligo
Symptoms:
- White patches on the skin due to loss of pigment
- Affects hands, face, and areas around joints
- Hair may turn white in affected areas
Skin Cancer
Symptoms:
- A new or changing mole
- Irregular shape or colour variation in moles
- Bleeding or crusty skin lesions
- Skin sores that don’t heal
Seborrheic Dermatitis (Dandruff)
Symptoms:
- Flaky, greasy patches on the scalp
- Red, itchy skin
- Can also affect eyebrows, nose, and chest
Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Symptoms:
- Sudden or gradual hair thinning
- Circular bald patches (Alopecia Areata)
- Excessive hair shedding
Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores, Genital Herpes)
Symptoms:
- Painful blisters around lips or genitals
- Itching or tingling before blisters appear
- Scabs after the blisters burst
Warts (Caused by HPV Virus)
Symptoms:
- Small, rough, raised bumps on the skin
- Common on hands, feet, and fingers
- Can be painful (plantar warts on soles of feet)
Scabies (Mite Infestation)
Symptoms:
- Intense itching, especially at night
- Small red bumps or burrows in the skin
- Common in between fingers, wrists, and waist
Sunburn & Sun Damage
Symptoms:
- Red, painful skin
- Peeling after a few days
- Blisters in severe cases
- Long-term exposure increases skin cancer risk