Skin Conditions

Skin can get infected by bacteria, viruses, fungus and parasites. Discuss topics related to bacterial infections (cellulitis, folliculitis, boils, and carbuncles, Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome); fungal infections (Candidiasis — yeast Infection, ringworm, Tinea Versicolor); viral infections (Cold Sores, Herpes Zoster — Shingles, warts) and parasitic skin infections (creeping eruption, lice, scabies). There are also many skin inflammations, including psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis. You can post topics related to skin infections and inflammations as well as other skin topics that do not belong to the other forums right here.

Different body parts sweeling up for past 3-4 daays

I am a 42 yr old cardiacpatient. In the last 3-4 days various body parts have been swelling up. At first, it was my left foot that was swollen on thesole of my foot. It affected the ball of my left foot and 3 toes. (big toe,and the next 2 toes) It was hard for me to walk for about 10 hours. Then, i...

by Nickie over a year ago

Ganuloma Annulare

I have been diagnosed with chronic granuloma annulare. It has spread from a few spots on my stomach to my entire upper and lower body, my mid section and my arms. I have tried numerous treatments and seen dermatologists who tell me that it should go away on its own with time. I have had this...

by Roger over a year ago

My partner is taking Acitretin for chronic psoriasis, when can we try for a baby?

Hello, my partner is currently taking Acitretin for chronic plaque psoriasis and she has been on this medication for a year now. It has helped a lot, but it’s a dangerous substance with a long list of side effects. She has to have pregnancy tests every 3 months to confirm she’s not pregnant if...

by Guest over a year ago

itchy burning constant peeling feet

Answered by a doctor

does anyone have this problem of embarresing peeling layered feet and burning scaling on heels and middle of feet.... any recommendations ....I am afraid to go to a doctor i have been using lotrin and other oinments no success.....doesn't hurt all the time but when the feet peel thats when it is...

by HAGANHAG21300836 over a year ago

Wondering about location of my genital herpes sores?

Answered by a doctor

I am wondering about the location of my genital herpes sores. I have only had one outbreak and it occurred in a specific location. Does this mean it will always occur there, in the same location? If yes, does the viral shedding also occur only there? And if yes, then if I keep THAT area...

by wonder over a year ago

Fingers swell, pain, increased warmth, when i warm these in winter season.

In winter season from every last 5 years, my fingures get cold enough in start, when i warm them, these get lot hot and within 2 days these swell, pain, pain to touch, pain alot when get hit, warmth increased, cant do heavy works, even cant make a punch. It only happens in winters. Help me please if...

by Waqar ahmad over a year ago

vitiligo on knuckles

I am having some vitiligo like symptoms on my knuckles. I have not seen the doctor because it is not hurting me or anything, but I do think that it is vitiligo. Can you tell me - is it possible for vitiligo to clear up completely on its own? Or should I get some help? Are there any other risks...

by benjamin1335140716 over a year ago

Deep Veins Any ideas?

Hey Guys... same thing going on here, I have exactly whate veryone is explaining. I'm 22, 6'2, 220lbs male. I Have a desk job as well, but am extremely, very very stressed. Just got married, work 70 hours a week, and recently stopped working out as much as I normally do. I'm not sure if it's poor...

by cmontney22 over a year ago

Best suntan lotion for someone diagnosed with psoriasis?

Hello, I’ve been diagnosed with psoriasis two years ago. Most of the areas on my body are affected by psoriasis to some degree, but the worst patches are on my scalp. I know a hat with the long cover is a must if I even want to go out, but since the hotter weather is coming and I want to be able...

by Guest over a year ago

Alternatives for Head lesions surgery

my friend has a leison on his head and the doctors diagnosed him as having neuroma. He is experiencing headachs and dizziness but they dont know if it is cancerous and they suggest that he should have surgery. He doesnt feel comfortable with the fact of having surgery on his head are their other...

by Guest over a year ago