People are aware about the herpes that commonly develops around mouth (herpes labialis) and genital areas (genital herpes). But the same virus can also affect fingers and toes. We call it herpetic whitlow; also called as finger herpes, hand herpes ...
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Dark Spots on Skin Influenced by Genetic Factors
Dark spots on skin, especially on the face can be very embarrassing. It is important to know what really causes it. Most of the cases of dark pigmentation are acquired either by excess sun exposure, some diseases, drugs, or hormonal ...
SPF and PA+++ Rating in Sunscreen: What does it Indicate?
Have you ever noticed PA+++ rating in the sunscreens along with SPF level? Some people might have just ignored while, some confused. Everyone have knowledge about the SPF (Sun Protection Factor) but what does PA+++ actually indicate. Well the answer ...
Red Scrotum Syndrome
Red scrotum syndrome is a chronic disease of unknown cause characterized by persistent redness of the scrotum in association with pain, itching and burning sensation. It usually affects males in their second half of their life. Red scrotum syndrome (RSS) ...
Spots on Nose: What could be the cause?
Spots on the nose may be due to several factors, some affects just the skin while few may be the skin manifestation of systemic disease. In most of the cases dark or black spots on nose are harmless but there ...
Common Causes of Bumps on Penis
There are several reasons one can develop papules or bumps on penis. It may be either due to non-infectious cause like pearly penile papules and Fordyce spots or may be due to sexually transmitted disease like genital warts. It is ...
Perioral Dermatitis – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Perioral dermatitis is a skin disorder characterized by small red bumps that are seen predominantly around the mouth. Perioral dermatitis is commonly seen in young females and accounts for almost 80-90% of the total adult cases. The granulomatous form of perioral ...
Acrocyanosis
Acrocyanosis is a persistent dusky or blue painless discoloration of hands, feet and less commonly the face. It is commonly seen during winter months and is accentuated by cold exposure and is frequently associated with local hyperhidrosis of hands and ...
How to Shrink Pores on Face
It is normal to have pores on your face, but when they get larger, than there is a problem. Pores may be more prominent on nose, cheeks, forehead and chin which can be very bothersome and disfiguring. Pores are small ...
Pressure Urticaria: Risk Factors and Treatment Option
Pressure urticaria is a physical urticaria characterized by red, local swelling and often painful rash that arises at the site of sustained pressure. Pressure urticaria may occur immediately after few minutes of pressure stimulus or may occur after hours, generally ...