Health 2025, January
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If you suffer from acne, you are not alone. It is a rather common skin disorder that occurs when sebum and dead cells clog the pores of the skin. It usually occurs on the face, chest, back, shoulders, and neck. It can be caused by various factors:
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Urticaria is a dermatological condition characterized by itchy bumps on the skin. They often appear reddened with sizes ranging from 5-6 mm up to several centimeters in diameter. In most cases, the urticaria disappears in about a day with home remedies;
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Urticaria is a type of skin rash that develops as an allergic reaction to a substance called an allergen in the environment. Although the etiology of this disorder is not always known, it is often the body's response to the release of histamines that occurs when there is an allergy to some food, medicine or other element.
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Also called ringworm, dermatophytosis is a common fungal infection that affects the face, body, nails, or scalp. The fungus causes the appearance of raised circular skin rashes which are not only unsightly but also painful. It is preferable to leave them uncovered to promote healing, but there are also methods to hide them in case of need.
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Herpes is a viral infection characterized by vesicular lesions that cause pain and itching. Although there is no definitive cure, antiviral drugs can relieve symptoms and shorten the duration of herpetic episodes. Additionally, you can take some steps to calm the discomfort that accompanies the breakouts on your own.
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Eczema is a dermatitis that can cause pain and discomfort in any part of the body, but if localized to the hands it can be even more problematic. If it's caused by an irritant, allergen, or genetic factors, you can take some steps to treat it.
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Herpes is a viral infection that affects many people. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) and is contagious even if you don't see it. Although it most often forms on the lips or other areas of the face, in rare cases it can also develop inside the nose.
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Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a chronic condition characterized by dry, red and itchy skin. The exact cause is still unknown, but the rash appears to occur after exposure to certain triggers. Fortunately, you can avoid the latter and follow treatments to keep this disorder under control.
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Cysts, when they appear on the back, can irritate and cause pain. In most cases, they respond well to self-medication and, with appropriate therapy, resorb within a week. In other words, it is imperative to keep the affected area clean and apply first aid treatments until they disappear.
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Blackheads form when sebum, dead skin cells and bacteria get trapped in the pores. They tend to appear on the face, but sometimes they can also appear in the ears: to eliminate them from this area it is possible to use both professional products and natural remedies.
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Contact dermatitis often occurs with the formation of bumps characterized by redness, itching and irritation on a dry, cracked or peeling skin. The skin may sometimes suffer from a strong burning sensation, and in severe cases, pus-secreting blisters may form and become encrusted.
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Acute spongiotic dermatitis is a dermatological disease in which liquids stagnate under the skin causing severe inflammation. This epidermal problem is characterized by small rashes and inflammation. Spongiotic dermatitis can also be considered an acute eczema, intended as the first manifestation of the disease and not as a chronic disorder.
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Blackheads form when pores are clogged. They are usually caused by hormonal changes and imbalances, especially during puberty. There are a number of methods that are known to be effective and approved by specialist doctors to treat impurities.
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Jojoba oil is a liquid wax extracted from a native shrub in the southwestern area of North America. It has a low degree of comedogenicity and possesses therapeutic properties. Using it to wash and moisturize the face can therefore give good results to acne sufferers.
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Do you love to run and want to avoid skin irritation between your thighs every time you participate in a marathon? Maybe you have sturdy thighs that rub against each other in the summer when you walk, causing annoying and often painful outbreaks.
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Having skin problems can make you feel watched; if you have sore and cracked skin, you may feel uncomfortable and don't want to participate in activities with friends, not to mention the fact that it could be painful! The causes of this disorder can be many, including the use of potentially irritating products, scratches or even friction.
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Seborrheic dermatitis causes patches of cracked, red, and scaly skin. It is also known as seborrheic eczema, seborrheic psoriasis, oily dandruff (when it affects the scalp) or cradle cap (in infants). In addition to the head, it often affects the face.
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Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged due to sebum, dead cells and bacteria. This causes unsightly blackheads, blemishes and red spots to form. Acne mainly affects teenagers, but everyone (from children to the elderly) can suffer from this very common skin disorder.
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What is commonly called "herpes" is actually caused by two closely related viruses, herpes simplex virus 1 and herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2, respectively). The former very often causes blisters on the lips, while the latter on the genitals.
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Acne is the most common skin disorder among adolescents and adults. It does not only affect the face, it can occur on any area of the body. One of the most problematic areas is the back. If you have back acne, there are several methods that will help you get rid of it.
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Photodermatosis (sometimes called sun allergy or photosensitivity) is a reaction characterized by skin rashes that can develop when exposed to the sun. The medical term is solar polymorphic dermatitis. It can be itchy and uncomfortable, but not permanent skin lesions.
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Back acne is as common as it is annoying. Adolescents and adults who suffer from this pathology know well that it is not possible to deal with it in the same way as that on the face. However, since back acne is caused by an overproduction of sebum by the sebaceous glands, it shares some treatments with the more common acne.
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Itchy feet and hands can be a symptom of various skin conditions, such as allergic rashes, psoriasis or dermatitis. This discomfort can be painful, extremely irritating, make the skin red, rough, cause bumps, blisters, and can get worse at night.
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Sooner or later many happen to have to face imperfections such as impurities or blackheads. Unfortunately, some forms of acne are quite acute and cause abscesses to appear. Cystic acne is the most common among teenagers, as hormonal changes can stimulate sebum production, leading to bacteria trapping in the pores.
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Nail fungus, better known as onychomycosis or "tinea unguium", is a fairly common infection that can affect the fingernails and toenails, although it is more common in the latter. The first signs are often white or yellow spots under the nails, but mycosis can cause serious damage or other infections if not treated properly.
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Fungal infections cause itching and other annoyances. Thankfully, there is a very simple way to treat a nagging yeast infection. Nystatin-based ointments can be purchased over the counter and are used to treat fungal infections affecting the skin.
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Shaving rashes are painful and annoying. The inflammation and itching can last up to a week. In any case, it is possible to speed up the healing process. Treating the problem with natural or over-the-counter remedies can help you fix it in a few days.
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In addition to redness, cracking, and pain, sun burns can cause itching. A sunburn damages the surface layer of the skin, the epidermis, which has many nerve endings that are responsible for itching. Damage from the sun inflames the nerves, so the discomfort will persist until the burn has passed.
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Cold sores is a painful ulcer similar to a blister that usually occurs around the mouth and is caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus (HSV-1). You may experience pain around the mouth area, fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands and the formation of ulcers / blisters on the lip (also known as lip fever).
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Acne is a skin disorder that involves the formation of blackheads, blisters, pimples, pustules, cysts and nodules on the body, mainly on the face and back. This pathology can present three different degrees of intensity: mild, moderate and acute.
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Skin irritation may seem like a minor problem, but when clothing creates friction on the skin for an extended period, it can become a bigger ailment. Most rashes on the inside of the thigh are caused by rubbing; the skin becomes irritated and, if sweat gets trapped under the epidermis, the irritation can turn into an infection.
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Not all skin types are the same, but all are susceptible to acne. The term "light skin" generally indicates a pale complexion, with a very tenuous tone, typical of the Caucasian and East Asian populations. Just like people with other skin types (dry, oily, or combination), fair-skinned individuals can also suffer from acne.
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Skin blemishes, also known as hyperpigmentation, are caused by age, sun exposure, or acne, and while they don't pose a health risk, they can be bothersome. If you notice them on your face or hands, know that you are not the only one wanting to get rid of them.
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Psoriasis is a skin disease characterized by an overproliferation of epidermal cells resulting in the formation of white, reddish spots covered with silvery-gray scales. There is no cure, but it is possible to manage the symptoms with the use of natural remedies.
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Scabies is a dermatological disease caused by a mite that inoculates itself under the skin and multiplies, causing itching and the appearance of red, scaly patches. The very idea of experiencing these reactions probably makes your skin crawl, but you have nothing to be embarrassed about if you get this infection!
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Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, causing redness and peeling of some areas, as well as discomfort. There is no cure for this disorder, but you can take steps to eliminate the symptoms. To reach the remission stage of psoriasis, you need to find effective treatments for you and then reduce the factors that trigger the breakouts so they don't come back.
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If you are hiking in North America, you may come into contact with poison ivy which produces an itchy rash after a few days. This plant is generally recognized quite easily, but if you don't pay attention and accidentally rub yourself on a poisonous shrub or sumac (tree), you can end up with a very bad irritation, which in some cases creates fluid-filled blisters.
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A pimple caused by ingrown hair usually develops when a hair grows under the skin, causing the formation of an infected wheal, although it can also sometimes occur due to some fungal, bacterial or yeast infection. This pimple can become filled with pus, appear red and infected.
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Stretch marks occur when the elastic fibers of the dermis undergo a breakdown due to several changes affecting the body. Although they occur predominantly on the thighs, arms and abdomen, it is possible that they also appear in other parts of the body affected by a certain change, including the back.
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The blisters that form on the armpits are often caused by ingrown hair or a buildup of sebum and bacteria. In some cases, however, these are cancerous cysts or bumps. To get rid of pimples it is good practice to practice good personal hygiene, hair removal using appropriate techniques, perform topical treatments and, in severe cases, contact a dermatologist.