Hyperpigmentation can occur in spots, patches, or the entire face and/or body. Melanin is the skin pigment made by cells (melanocytes) present in the skin. It is responsible for the skin color, which may vary with several factors like race and genetics. Skin pigmentation disorders and exposure to the sun can cause changes in skin...
How can I remove facial hair permanently at home? Women can use home remedies to remove unwanted facial hair. Facial hair has always been a concern for women. Some women have very dense facial hair (hirsutism), which may be due to genetic or hormonal conditions. Whatever the reason, most women are bothered by unwanted facial...
What is a hematoma? What is a bruise? A hematoma may have no visible signs, but a bruise will appear as localized discoloration. A hematoma is a localized collection of blood in the tissues of the body outside of the blood vessels. Also called a contusion or “black and blue mark,” a bruise is a...
Hailey-Hailey disease (familial benign pemphigus) facts* *Hailey-Hailey disease (familial benign pemphigus) facts medical author: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Hailey-Hailey disease is also known as familial benign pemphigus. It is a genetic (inherited) disease of the skin. Signs and symptoms of Hailey-Hailey disease include a painful, blistering skin rash that typically occurs in skin folds, such...
Genital warts vs. skin tags Genital warts are highly contagious skin growths located around the vagina, penis, or anus and are caused by the human papillomavirus virus (HPV). Skin tags are tiny growths that occur in the folds of your skin like your neck, armpits, groin, and eyelids and are not contagious. What are genital...
What are calluses? Calluses are thickened areas of skin that grow due to irritation. Get rid of calluses by soaking, filing, moisturizing and protecting your skin. Calluses are areas of skin that grow thicker to protect that area from frequent irritation. Since we spend a lot of time walking, calluses are primarily found on feet....
What is a skin rash? Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a skin disease caused by the return of a chickenpox infection from latently infected nerve cells in the spinal cord or brain. An itchy area of skin that’s caused by infection, allergy, or injury is known as a rash. Usually, a rash on...
How common is hair tourniquet? Hair tourniquet is a common condition, but it is often resolved at home. Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare medical disorder in which part of the body such as a finger, toe or penis gets wrapped in hair very tightly. This is most common in babies if the parents, siblings...
What is abdominoplasty? Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure to correct abdominal deformity due to excess skin, subcutaneous tissue and laxity of the abdominal wall musculature. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure to correct abdominal deformity due to excess skin, subcutaneous tissue and laxity of the abdominal wall musculature. Abdominoplasty is one of the most...
Ingrown hair facts Ingrown hairs are a common, benign skin disorder seen in all age groups. Ingrown hairs are a common, benign skin disorder seen in all age groups. Ingrown hairs can produce inflammation of hair follicles. This commonly occurs in shaved skin, especially those with tightly curling hair. Ingrown hairs appear as individual tan...