Skin Diseases, Conditions & Disorders| NIAMS
WEBApr 3, 2023 — Using a combination of sequencing techniques, researchers from NIAMS and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) surveyed the skin microbiome of patients with atopic dermatitis (AD, also called eczema) to understand the genetic diversity of the bacteria present on the skin and how genetic variants may contribute to disease …
Dermatitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBRepeated scratching that breaks the skin can cause open sores and cracks. These increase the risk of infection from bacteria and fungi. These skin infections can spread and become life-threatening, though this is rare. In people with brown and Black skin, dermatitis might cause the affected skin to darken or lighten.
Psoriasis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 17, 2024 — Inverse psoriasis mainly affects the skin folds of the groin, buttocks and breasts. It causes smooth patches of inflamed skin that worsen with friction and sweating. Fungal infections may trigger this type of psoriasis. Pustular psoriasis. Pustular psoriasis, a rare type, causes clearly defined pus-filled blisters.
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 15, 2024 — Jason T. Howland: Atopic dermatitis is a sensitivity disease of the skin, similar to asthma in the lungs, hay fever in the sinuses and food allergies in the gut. Dawn Marie R. Davis, M.D.: It's a multisystem disorder. Inflammation affects the skin, and the skin is more sensitive than usual.
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Medical Diseases & Conditions - Mayo Clinic
WEBExplore comprehensive guides on hundreds of common and rare diseases and conditions from the experts at Mayo Clinic.
Psoriasis Types, Symptoms & Causes | NIAMS
WEBAug 5, 2024 — Symptoms of Psoriasis. Symptoms of psoriasis vary from person to person, but some common ones are: Patches of thick, red skin with silvery-white scales that itch or burn, typically on the elbows, knees, scalp, trunk, palms, and soles of the feet.
Atopic Dermatitis Treatment, Symptoms & Causes | NIAMS
WEBMay 25, 2023 — Extra skin creases on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. In addition, people with atopic dermatitis often have other conditions, such as: Asthma and allergies, including food allergies. Other skin diseases, such as ichthyosis, which causes dry, thickened skin. Depression or anxiety. Sleep loss.
Molluscum contagiosum - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 16, 2024 — Molluscum contagiosum (mo-LUS-kum kun-tay-jee-OH-sum) is a fairly common skin infection caused by a virus. It causes round, firm, painless bumps ranging in size from a pinhead to a pencil eraser. If the bumps are scratched or injured, the infection can spread to nearby skin.
Dermatology - Conditions treated - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 28, 2024 — Mayo Clinic dermatologists are experts in the medical and surgical treatment of adults and children with conditions and diseases of the skin, mucous membranes, hair and nails. You may come to Mayo Clinic on your own or with a referral from your primary care doctor, local dermatologist or other specialist.