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Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac -- The Basics
Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are all plants that can cause a temporary, irritating rash when they come in contact with your skin. Poiso...
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Understanding Corns and Calluses -- The Basics
Some corns and calluses on the feet develop from an improper walking motion, but most are caused by ill-fitting shoes. Other risk factors for devel...
Read moreStaph Infection and Cellulitis
Other staph infections of the skin include impetigo, a painful rash that is contagious, boils, and in babies and young children, staphylococcal sca...
Read moreRed Birthmarks, Hemangiomas, and Your Skin
Birthmarks are colored skin spots that either are present at birth or develop shortly after birth. The hemangioma is a common type of vascular tumo...
Read moreIngrown Hair
This can make them more likely to get ingrown hairs, especially after shaving.
Read moreFungal Infections of The Skin
A fungal infection, also called mycosis, is a skin disease caused by a fungus. The fungi behind athlete’s foot live on the dead tissue of your hair...
Read moreWhats The Treatment for Skin Cysts?
People often get painless little bumps under their skin, called cysts. It might be tempting, but don’t try to pop or drain the cyst yourself. But i...
Read moreCarbuncles
A carbuncle is a red, swollen, and painful cluster of boils that are connected to each other under the skin. The boils that collect to form carbunc...
Read moreMedications for Skin Conditions
Medications used to treat skin conditions include topical and oral drugs.
Read moreGetting Stitches (Sutures)
There are certain instances in which stitches may not be advised, such as puncture wounds, though you may still need to see a doctor, especially if...
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