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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.

Red, enlarged tingly lips

This condition has been going on for years. It all started with a cold sore/fever blister on upper lip that lasted much longer than I thought they were supposed to, even when taking abreeva it lasted about 2-3 weeks. After this went away the lips seem to have remained slightly redder and larder than...

by User avatar mattatt77231915

some kind of scabbing growin' on my skin

Hi, I have some kind of scabbing growing on my skin. I had no injuries, so I have no idea what could be the cause. Did it happen to anyone else?

by User avatar Guest

What is the best protection against diphtheria?

Hi, I would like to hear something about diphtheria, actually what is the best protection against it. My husband and I are going to tropical Africa this summer and we have heard of diphtheria occurring possibility. We are still going there, but we should know how to protect ourselves. Do we need...

by User avatar venita146572188

to remove the scar (remedy)

im 17yrs i have a scar in my face from about 3 months back i feel i had this scar b'coz of an (veet hair removing cream)accidentally it was applied on my face by friends i was about 10 minutes late to wipe it ,after i removed the cream i found the part reddish after about a week it remained as a...

by User avatar nadhi

Random Swollen lip!

Answered by a doctor

Okay, so, about 3 days ago i noticed that just above my lip at the 'v' or cupids corner, there was a slight amount of pain when i pressed down on it, however when I checked the area there was absolutely nothing, no redness or physical change. The next day the pain got progressively worse, moderate...

by User avatar Guest

Ecezema issues

I have some questions about ecezema issues. What causes it? Can I catch it from a person suffering from it? How long does it last? I know that the older people can have it (my father has it and for some time now), but what about children? I have two kids and they like their grandfather and visit him...

by User avatar standford32068

Male with fordyce spots on lips

Answered by a doctor

Is there anything out there to cover up these white spots on lips. idk Avon or something like that for men... I tried peeling twice didnt work then some laser electrosomethign that burn my lips and it came days after. I was gonna do co2 laser but still there is a chance it wont work and could change...

by User avatar spectrekiller45257

How to avoid diabetic ulcers?

My father is 74 years old and he was forced to switch from pills to injection. He has been fighting with diabetes for almost a decade, and it seems that his condition has worsened. He is also not that energetic as he was not more than a year ago. Well, I know he is old, but that does not mean I...

by User avatar stu39564846

Can you suggest a home treatment for skin abscesses?

Answered by a doctor

Hi, guys. I have a skin boil or also known as skin abscess. I would like to deal with it myself. That is why I would like to ask you to suggest me some home treatment for skin abscess. It would be great if anyone could do this. I will really appreciate all your replies. Thank you very much.

by User avatar horatio56567469

zit like lump on stomach

Answered by a doctor

i have a zit like lump on stomach that has been there for years if i sqeeze it cotten like treads come out

by User avatar d