Skin Conditions

If you've noticed a soft, doughy lump under your skin, it might be a lipoma. Lipomas are the most common type of tumor that forms beneath the skin, but don't worry [...]

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a rare but serious condition that primarily affects the skin and mucous membranes. It is usually triggered by a severe reaction to certain [...]

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral infection that primarily affects infants and young children. While it can be painful, it is not a serious condition and [...]

Dermatitis herpetiformis is a skin condition characterized by a very itchy, bumpy rash caused by gluten sensitivity. It is closely related to celiac disease, an autoimmune [...]

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) is a disease that causes inflammation of small blood vessels, leading to leaking in the skin, intestines, kidneys, and joints. It most commonly [...]

Folliculitis is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become inflamed or infected. While it can affect anyone, certain factors may increase your risk of [...]

Pressure sores, also known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, are painful skin injuries that develop when a person lies or sits in one position for too long. The prolonged [...]

Brown recluse spiders are one of two venomous spiders found in the United States that can cause serious health problems if they bite you. While these spiders prefer to avoid [...]

Black widow spiders are venomous arachnids found in the United States. While their bites can be dangerous, especially to young children and older adults, most people who are [...]

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic condition that causes the skin to be extremely fragile and prone to blistering at the slightest touch. Children born with this [...]