Skin Rashes and Adverse Drug Reactions Skin rashes are one of the common drug-induced reactions which usually becomes evident within days or weeks of starting a medication. It is an adverse reaction to the presence of the chemicals in the drug. It can either be allergic or non-allergic. This meas that the drug triggers the >> Read More ...
Eczema is an skin condition marked by dry skin rashes which are often itchy. The itching can fluctuate during the course of the day and vary in intensity in each case. Itching is one of the more unpleasant symptoms that proves frustrating to patients. Attempting to scratch the itchy area may in fact worsen the eczema >> Read More ...
Dishpan hands is a problem for any person who regularly washes dirty dishes by hand. It is actually not only a phenomenon with washing dishes. The same type of skin condition can occur when you wash clothes by hand or partake in other daily chores involving prolonged exposure to soap and water. Some people are naturally >> Read More ...
Skin color is genetically determined although some lifestyle factors (like sunlight), medication and applications can alter it to some degree. However when these factors are removed, and if there is no damage to the skin, our skin color should return to normal as determined by our genetic makeup. Sometimes skin disorders >> Read More ...
Fungal infections of the skin are common dermatological problems throughout the world. Most skin fungal infections are superficial with the fungi never consuming more than a few layers of the outer skin (epidermis). Although it does not pose a serious health risk, a fungal infection of the skin can lead to significant >> Read More ...
Itching is a symptom of many skin diseases, often associated with a rash that tends to occur constantly or in episodes throughout the day. These skin conditions need to be managed medically by a dermatologist. Sometimes itching occur despite there being no identifiable skin disease, no pest infestation (like bed bugs and >> Read More ...
Eczema in babies is relatively common in Western nations, affecting 1 in 10 infants. It can be particularly frustrating for parents when it occurs in newborns. In addition to a crying baby who cannot effectively communicate their needs, colic and other newborn quirks, the eczema can make caring and calming a baby a very >> Read More ...
Scabies is a well known skin problem that is caused by a tiny mite (insect). It is often thought to be associated with poverty, poor personal hygiene and living in an unhygienic environment. However, this is not the case. Any person of any socioeconomic status can get scabies and personal hygiene is not a factor. Children >> Read More ...
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions that is estimated to affect about 80% of all people at some point in their life or the other. It is often seen as an inevitable part of the puberty and for many a teenager, acne is a cause of great distress. While teen acne often passes on its own by early adulthood, most >> Read More ...
Our complexion is not only determined by the amount of brown pigment (melanin) in our skin. Another major component is the color of blood. Just below the outermost layer of skin is a network of blood vessels that also contribute to skin color – actually it is the blood flowing through these vessels that are responsible >> Read More ...
