Pruritus and cancer
Itchy skin has very different causes - most of them are problems that, although bothersome, are not life-threatening. However, persistent itching can have a completely different cause and it is...
What are fibroids?
Fibromas are benign neoplastic lesions that are very common in the population. Although these lesions are benign and painless, they are an aesthetic defect for patients. Where do fibroids most...
Orbital dermoid cyst and how to remove it
Anorbital dermoid cyst is a type of benign tumour that arises from abnormal cell division. Is it dangerous?
Antibiotics in the treatment of acne - when are they used?
Acne is often not only an aesthetic problem - in those people whose skin lesions are very severe, even extensive scarring may occur, the lesions may also become infected. This is why the correct...
Pruritus, skin rash and COVID-19
The symptoms most commonly associated with COVID-19 include respiratory problems, loss of taste and smell perception and weakness. However, as has already become clear, the disease can also cause a...
Skin lesions associated with HIV infection and AIDS
HIV infection and AIDS can manifest themselves in many different ways, some of which may affect the skin. What types of skin lesions can occur in HIV-infected people and what are their...
Skin self-examination: why should it be done and what should be of concern?
Patients are aware that they should perform certain examinations themselves on a regular basis. However, just as it is quite common to know that breast self-examination is necessary, fewer people...
Skin lesions that may cause concern
Skin neoplasms account for approximately 8-10% of all malignant tumours. They arise under the influence of various physical, mechanical, chemical and biological factors. Personal factors include skin...
How long can the symptoms of shingles last?
Shingles is a viral disease caused by the chickenpox virus. It can occur in patients of any age, but most commonly shingles develops in the elderly and in people with weakened immunity. The symptoms...
Retinoids: what are they, when are they used and what do you need to know about them?
Retinoids are drugs that are derivatives of vitamin A. They are primarily used in dermatology, where they are used to treat acne and psoriasis, among others. As effective as retinoids can be, there...
Nematodes, or parasitic mites. Are they dangerous?
Nematosis or demodecosis is a disease caused by nematodes, parasitic mites belonging to the arthropod family. Human cysticercosis reaches a length of up to 0.4 mm. What are the main characteristics...
Are there home remedies for urticaria?
Urticaria is one of the most common problems in dermatology. It may be caused by various factors, but is usually associated with characteristic skin changes and other complaints such as severe...
Blisters and chafing on the skin - quick, home remedies
Summer hiking, high temperatures, new, unchecked footwear - all these contribute to blisters and abrasions on the skin. How do you relieve the pain quickly? Should you pierce any blisters that appear?
Psoriasis and type 2 diabetes: what do these entities have in common?
Psoriasis is a skin disease, diabetes on the other hand is an entity associated with abnormal pancreatic function and blood glucose disturbances. In theory, these are completely separate conditions,...
Laser surprises - check out what you might encounter!
The properties of the laser, i.e. certain characteristics of electromagnetic radiation, have made it a popular tool in both medicine and cosmetology. Due to the wide range of lasers, low- or...
Baby acne - causes and treatments
Acne in infancy is an affliction that causes concern for parents of many toddlers. Changes on the face of children can take the form of blackheads, as well as pimples, papules or other types of...
Toxic epidermal necrolysis following drug administration - what to do?
Adverse reactions to medicinal products can occur in different ways - sometimes it is a minor rash or the appearance of spots on the skin. In extreme cases, however, it can be life-threatening. So...
SARS-CoV-2 survives on human skin for 9 hours. Remember to wash your hands!
The SARS-CoV-2 virus can survive on human skin for up to 9 hours. Proper hand hygiene is key to preventing the spread of a coronavirus pandemic, according to researchers at the Kyoto Medical Academy...
What can be the causes of pruritus on the scalp?
Itchiness of the scalp is not only disturbing, but often also very irritating - the patient experiencing this problem may feel embarrassed, for example, by the constant urge to scratch in various...
Home remedies for nail fungus
Nail fungus is a common, contagious infection that usually spreads from one nail to the next. Remedies that everyone has at home can be a safe alternative to traditional medicines. In most cases,...
