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Lipoma

A lipoma is a lump of fat that grows in your body’s soft tissues. They don’t normally hurt, but they can cause pain if they bump against nearby ner...

Skin Conditions and Warts

Warts are skin growths that are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 60 kinds of HPV, some of which tend to cause warts on...

What is a Venous Skin Ulcer?

A venous skin ulcer is a sore on your leg that’s very slow to heal, usually because of weak blood circulation in the limb. Sometimes, an ulcer can ...

Understanding Varicose Veins: The Basics

In varicose veins, the valves do not work properly, allowing blood to pool in the vein and making it difficult for the muscles to push the blood 'u...

What is Rosacea?

If your face looks like you're blushing and you get bumps that are a bit like acne, you might have a skin condition called rosacea. If you don't ta...

Understanding MRSA Infection -- The Basics

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that causes infections in different parts of the body. Plenty of healthy people c...

What is Impetigo?

The most common cause of impetigo is bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus. It's a skin infection caused by a bacteria, and it spreads easily. Your...

Dandruff: Learn The Basics

Dandruff -- those dry, white flakes of skin you brush off your collar or shoulders -- is harmless. Some people with dandruff may also have seborrhe...

Cold Sores

A cold sore is a group of tiny, painful blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The sore might appear near where the virus entered your ...

Bunions

A bunion is a bony, often painful bump at the base of the big toe. It could be a bunion or some other problem. Foot surgery may take time to recove...

Blisters: what You Should Know

An extremely low temperature on your skin can cause blisters. Sometimes your blisters may be a reaction to a drug you take. And call your doctor if...

Tinea Versicolor

Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection that causes small patches of discolored spots on your skin. Treatment of tinea versicolor can consist of cre...