Molluscum contagiosum - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Molluscum contagiosum is an infectious disease caused by a virus belonging to the smallpox group. Two types of this virus are currently known: MCV-1 (much more common in patients) and MCV-2 (very...
What is Lewandowsky-Lutz dysplasia?
Lewandowsky-Lutz dysplasia is classified as a genetically determined skin disease. What do we know about this disease?
Drinking alcohol and psoriasis
Various skin diseases and the consumption of certain drinks or foods - a topic that is increasingly emerging in scientific research. Recent studies show that drinking alcohol may contribute to the...
Why does the skin dry out?
Dry, rough, unpleasant to the touch skin is a problem that affects not only women but also men and children. There are many causes of dry skin. The skin loses its protective lipid layer as a result...
Scalp pain - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Pain in the scalp and hair root is otherwise known as tricodynia. It occurs in both men and women. No external or internal factors have yet been found to be responsible for it. Many patients are...
First aid for skin burns
Many of us do not know how to help a person who has suffered a burn. Giving first aid to the injured person is not intended to cure him or her but to protect the tissues from infection and the...
Beautifully tanned skin or health? - advantages and disadvantages of solarium use
More and more people (both men and women) are using solariums to improve their appearance (nicer skin tone, healthy look), but also to warm up and avoid depressive states. Doctors advise against the...
Effect of capsaicin on skin cancer development
Recent scientific studies show that one of the ingredients in chilli peppers may contribute to the development of skin cancer. How much truth is there in this? Which ingredient is responsible for...
What is the cause of skin discolouration in humans?
Skin hyperpigmentation and discolouration are very common in people of all ages. They usually occur in the form of nevi or spots that are lighter or darker in colour than the natural skin colour. In...
Leg ulcers - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Leg ulcers are a common problem in people with chronic venous insufficiency. Diabetes and atherosclerosis of the lower limb arteries are also risk factors. The risk is also increased in the elderly...
Dermatomycosis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Ringworm is an infection usually caused by three types of fungi: dermatophytes, yeasts and moulds. These infections most commonly affect the feet. Risk factors for the development of fungal lesions...
Vitiligo - how to deal with it
Vitiligo is a fairly common dermatological condition, affecting both men and women. It is estimated that nearly 100 million people worldwide are affected by vitiligo. Diagnosed at the right time, it...
Dermatomycosis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Dermatomycosis is a disease caused by various types of fungi. They attack skin that has been damaged but also often occur in people with weakened immunity. We can contract ringworm irrespective of...
Post-radiation skin damage
Post-radiographic damage is a syndrome of symptoms affecting the skin as a consequence of ionising radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays.
Dermatoscopic examination
Dermatoscopy is one of the methods used to examine dermatological patients.
Photodermatoses
Photodermatoses are a group of skin conditions whose causative factor is sunlight (UV rays).
Skin herpes - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Cutaneous herpes is a condition caused by viruses of the Herpes group. The lesions can be located in the mouth, lips and face - and this location is the most common (the lesions are then caused by...
Nail plate changes and ringworm
Both men and women can have problems with changes in the appearance of the nail plate (e.g. shape, texture, colouring, brittleness). In some cases it is related to a deficiency of various vitamins,...
Occupational eczema - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Occupational eczema is an inflammatory skin lesion that appears when exposed to factors that the patient comes into contact with at work. The most common triggers include metals such as chromium,...
