Pinta - is the infection dangerous?
Pinta is classed as a dangerous infectious disease. How does it manifest itself? Is it difficult to treat?
Emollients for adult acne
Acne is mainly associated as an ailment of teenagers. Unfortunately, a change in metric does not make acne go away. Adults also struggle with this condition.
Some cosmetics may contain dangerous bacteria
Scientists are warning that some cosmetics, such as mascara and lip gloss, may contain dangerous bacteria.
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Seborrhoeic dermatitis (seborrhoeic eczema) is a fairly common condition affecting infants, teenagers and adults. It is a chronic ailment involving the hairy scalp, face, chest, back, armpit pits and...
Chemical burns - first aid and treatment
Chemical burns are those caused by contact with acids, bases or heavy metal salts. Accidents involving the above substances usually occur in workplaces or, less frequently, at home. Corrosive...
Vitamins and minerals in the fight against acne
Acne is most often associated with adolescence, but it can actually affect us at any age. It develops when the glands become clogged with all sorts of bacteria, causing unsightly skin lesions....
Acne - how to prevent and treat it?
Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the hair follicles. It is extremely common, occurring in up to 90% of adolescents, but in the majority its course is mild. It sometimes starts late after...
Perinatal diaper lesions - when to worry?
Mild nappy rash can occur in babies who are not yet in control of their physiological activities. The most common cause is simple irritation from urine or faeces. Sometimes, the course of various...
Pruritus of the lower extremities - what could be the cause of this problem?
Pruritus can occur on the skin of any part of the body, but it is quite interesting that itching occurs on the lower extremities. Itching can sometimes be caused by problems that no one would ever...
Recurrent herpes - what is the cause?
Herpes sends a signal to our body that the immune system is weakened. However, this is not the only reason for its recurrence. The article explains why it occurs more often in some people than others...
Dark circles under the eyes - what could be their causes?
Dark circles under the eyes are a fairly common problem - in fact, all of us happen to notice them on our face. Just as some people are bothered by them and others completely ignore them, when we see...
Cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes, part 3
Theskin is the largest organ of the human body and performs a number of very important functions for the body. Due to the pathological changes that can be observed on its surface, it is also of great...
Rash under the breasts - what can cause it?
A rash under the breasts usually causes a great deal of concern to patients, but the problem can have a wide variety of causes - sometimes the lesions in the breast area are the result of atopic...
Cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes, part 2
The skin is the largest organ of the human body and performs a number of very important functions for the body. Due to the pathological changes that can be observed on its surface, it is also of...
Cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes, part 1
The skin is the largest organ of the human body and has a number of very important functions. Due to the pathological changes that can be observed on its surface, it is also of great importance in...
EB - blistering epidermal separation
EB, or bullous epidermal separation, is a genodermatosis, a disease caused by mutations in the genes that code for the proteins responsible for the connections between the various layers of skin. The...
Genodermatoses - the genetic basis of skin diseases
Genodermatoses are a group of rare skin conditions that are caused by genetic disorders in the form of mutations. They are the cause of abnormalities in transcription pathways, disrupting the proper...
Heat intolerance - what could be the causes?
As much as some people love hot summer days, for others the warmer seasons are simply a nightmare - this refers to those patients who struggle with heat intolerance. This problem is not a disease in...
Sweat blockers - are they really safe?
Sweat blockers are becoming an increasingly popular product that both men and women are reaching for. Is it really safe to inhibit perspiration for an extended period of time?
Dangerous 'moles' - what should trigger vigilance?
Everyone has moles or freckles on their skin. It is worth keeping a close eye on them in order to spot signals that may indicate the development of a disease.
