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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.

What does a pink complection indicate?!

I have a pinkish facial complexion, a bit similar to those who are alcoholics (I don't drink alcohol at all). I also have open pores. At times the pinkiness is more intense. At other times, especially when I'm well rested and relaxed it is not that bad. Other parts of my body are not the same. Do...

by User avatar Saba55

bullous pemphigoid vs pemphigus

I am looking for some info about bullous pemphigoid vs bullous pemphigoid pemphigus. What are the similarities, what are the differences and how are they both treated? Basically anything that you can tell me would be great at this point, though I would especially appreciate your answer if you are a...

by User avatar cross1002203300

itching and redness!

I have this itching around my neck, thighs, upper arms, torso and it turns to reddish with tiny bumps. Some areas are just red with no bumps. Sometimes it is on my back and buttocks and groin. Is this some form of bacteria or virus.  I notice this only during the night after dinner and early...

by User avatar bushrod45305477

body smells like I smoke

My body smells like I smke and I never have. I keep getting asked about it. Please tell me what the cause is and is there anything I can do about it? Thanks

by User avatar bobbie

Thin Skin

Please help me, my skin is dry and white and thin. My hair is messy; I’m not young and not thin. Anyway the biggest concern is my skin. I was hoping for some advice.

by User avatar cassandra725

Fingertips numb, skin peeling off

Answered by a doctor

Hi, about a week ago my fingertips had a slightly numb sensation, and when I clenched my hands they were stiff. A couple days later, there was dead skin on my fingertips. It didn't peel, but remained on my fingers. About a day later after playing some basketball, the dead skin became loose and came...

by User avatar mikeike486

seborrea

Answered by a doctor

I have both skin disorders seborrhea and dandruff. I need some treatment advice. I already tried with various shampoos and nothing was long term effective. What I should do? I am very unhappy with situation. I am 35 years old, male.

by User avatar donlan2223

Accutane - seborrhea dermatitus link

Answered by a doctor

I have been on accutane for almost a month now. I am 23-year-old male and beside the skin problems, I never had any other medical troubles. Now it seems that my skin is in even worse condition then before. How is that possible? Is this maybe just a passing phase? Should I be concerned and end the...

by User avatar fairlie33378

red rippled marks on inside thighs

I have these rippled marks on either side of my thighs that do no irritate or bother me they are just there what the hell is it?

by User avatar damn

herbs for mrsa

I am going to hospital for minor surgery next week. My friend, who is a registered nurse, has been warning me about MRSA and I am now very worried. I feel I should prepare myself and do something against MRSA if that is possible. Are there any herbs that can prevent transmission of MRSA?

by User avatar nananne105172956