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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.

Awful Stretch Marks in teens! I have them on both sides of my hips

Heya! I'm a 15 years old. I have got stretch marks on both sides of my hip. It's really frustrating. What shall I do? Do these teenage strechmarks last for a lifetime? Please help!!!

by User avatar Warrior_Princess008

Differences between juvenile and adult dermatomyositis?

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Hello, I need some help with determining the difference between the juvenile and the adult dermatomyositis. My kid has been diagnosed with the juvenile d., and the doctor said that he should be fine in no time. Still, I have heard that there is also an adult version of this illness and I am afraid...

by User avatar teador127772166

angioedema severe symptoms

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A friend of mine was diagnosed angioedema and that suppose to be something like allergic reaction, but with more severe symptoms. I would like to get better explanation about this disease. How does it affect people and how is it treated? He had swollen face when I saw him, and that seemed to me...

by User avatar dove2485

I started having intermittent tingling sensation on the corner of my left lip. Could it be a herpes?

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I started having intermittent tingling sensation on the corner of my left lip. It lasted for about a week. Getting less painful as the day progresses. Then it's gone. After that, I experienced another intermittent tingling sensation on the right corner of my lip. A few days after, it's gone. Both...

by User avatar extremelyworriedguy361456

I have white bumps on the frontal hairline of my scalp which itch and hurt a lot

Hi, I've had an issue with my scalp for the past 2 years now which I really need identifying/fixing. I have white bumps on the frontal hairline of my scalp which itch and hurt a lot, and feels very oily to touch. The issue is actually taking my hair out which is making me...

by User avatar MBH356878

Blood Pressure and external sebaceous cyst (benign)

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Sebaceous cyst giving rise to high blood pressure upon "discovery" over number of years. How do you address such an issue? Removal is not permitted because of the increase "readings" in blood pressure of indiviaual. Individual is healthy and active. No other health problems.

by User avatar samngyp

Sebaceous cysts - anything to help or prevent more?

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I'm 24 and have had sebaceous cysts on my scalp for years. I've had 5 removed surgically already and probably have 9+ more growing now. For the most part I can ignore them but over time some become quite sore/bothersome and a few have ruptured. It gets to the point where I am embarrassed to even...

by User avatar Guest

Red spots on chest and belly area, I used tetracycline

I have too many red spots on my chest and belly area i used tetracycline since im allergic to penicillin  i went to see a doctor and he gave me those it was gone in 15 days and I stopped but now they come more stronger any body can help please ? And also it’s like i have those red...

by User avatar Redspots

I developed bumps on my legs bellow my knees, when I scratch one of them, it bleeds

I need help. Last year in Idaho I developed bumps on my legs below my Knees. When you scratch with one bump it bleeds a lot and becomes two bumps every time. This creates a large scab and when the scab falls off a deep creator is left with two dark holes. Eventually that will scab over and leave a...

by User avatar Trish

Can't sleep at night due to eczema?

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Hello, folks. I have a big problem and I don’t know whom I could turn to. I have eczema for several months. Lately, my itching has become worse. I can’t even sleep at night due to eczema. I am totally sleepy all day and I cannot function properly anymore. What do you suggest me to do? I...

by User avatar kristan34334