Get the facts about 12 skin conditions you should probably know about.
Ringworm
Ringworm, also known as tinea or dermatophytosis, has nothing to do with a worm.
More severe cases may be treated with antifungal pills, notes the Mayo Clinic.
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Rosacea
Cant stop blushing?
There is no definitive test to diagnose rosacea, according to theMayo Clinic.
Your doctor will likely take all of your symptoms into account and rule out other skin conditions.
Its not a dangerous skin condition, Weinberg says, but cosmetically it can be problematic.
Doctors approach treatment on a case-by-case basis.
Theres no cure, so the goal is to reduce any discomfort and prevent flare-ups.
Thicker ointments and creams will be more moisturizing than lotions, Dr. Anthony says.
Contact dermatitis is an allergic phenomenon, Davis says.
Severe cases can seriously impact ones life and make it difficult to sleep or concentrate at work or school.
It is very itchy and very contagious.
Impetigo is opportunistic, Weinberg explains.
Seborrhea, says Weinberg, makes the skin look flaky and greasy, and is a cousin ofpsoriasis.
Its an allergic response to fungus that lives on skin, he explains.
Or, for more long-term issues, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal shampoo.
Weinberg says that actinic keratosis is one of the most common reasons people see a dermatologist.
Your risk of getting actinic keratoses increases when having fair skin and not wearing hats orsunblock, Davis says.
Your risk for this itch-causing condition increases with prolonged exposure to warm, moist environments.
Experts recommend removing wet clothes and trying to keep these skin areas as dry as possible.
If left untreated, it may take weeks or months to go away, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Weinberg describes tinea versicolor as a fungal infection with a superficial yeast that lives on the skin.
Itchiness is also common, especially when sweating or with increased temperatures.
Pregnant women often develop tinea versicolor, Weinberg says.
The causes are unknown, though it does seem to be related to certain genetic components and environmental factors.
Weinberg says pityriasis rubra pilaris looks like psoriasis, but is very rare.
Thickened skin on the hands or feet is a common symptom, notes GARD.
Its annoying, and it can be chronic and difficult to treat, says Weinberg.
It could also be triggered by bacteria entering broken skin triggered by eczema, Anthony says.
Cellulitis can appear anywhere on the body and can be associated withathletes foot, Weinberg says.
People with compromised immune systems, including diabetes, are more at risk as well, Anthony says.
Keeping the infected area elevated can also speed recovery.
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