FACIAL CARE

  CARBUNCLE : A carbuncle is a cluster by bacterial infection, most commonly with staphylococcus pyogenes . The presence of a carbuncle is a sign that the immune system is active and fighting the infection. The infection is contagoius and may spread to other  areas of the body, or other people, those living in the same  residence may develop carbuncles at the same time . in the early 21 st century , infection involving methicillin resistant has become more common .  WHAT ARE THE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF CARBUNCLE ? Carbuncle is a cluster of several boils , which is typically filled with purulent exudate . Fluid may drain freely from the carbuncle , or intervention involving an incision and drainage procedure may be needed . Carbuncles  may develop anywhere , but they are most  common on the back and the nape of the neck .  A carbuncle is palpable and can range in size to be as small as a pea or as large as a golf ball . The surrounding area is indurated...

 CANDIDA  PARONYCHIA : Paronychia usually results from bacteria . Bacteria get into the skin through cuts in the cutiles and the nail fold . Most nail infections get better with antibiotics . Paronychia doesn't usually cause serious health problems . In some cases , the infection lasts a ling time or come back after treatments .  Paronychia is nail inflamation that may results from trauma , irritation or infection . it can afffect fingernails or toenails . Paronychia can develop  when bacteria  enter broken skin  near the cuticle and nail fold , causing and infection . The cuticle is the skin at the base of the nail. The nail fold is where the skin and nails come together . Healthcare providers treat paronychia with antibiotics to  kill the infection . Providers may also drain plus . They may also culture the fluid to see specific  bacteria might be causing the infection . Sometimes , the inflection comes back or symptoms last for weeks . Chronic ...

  WHAT IS CANDIDAL INTERTIGO ? Candidal intertigo is an infection  of the skin by  C andida albicans , more specially located between intertriginous folds of adjacent skin . Candidal intertrigo  refres to superficial skin fold  infection caused by the yeast candida.  WHAT ARE THE CAUSES CANDIDAL INTERTRIGO ? Candidal intertrigo is triggered by a combination of the following factors : the hot and damp environment of skin  folds , which  is conductive  to the growth of Candida species,  increased skin friction  immunocompromise  Candidal intertrigo classically presents as erythematous and macerated plaques with peripheral scaling . There are often associated superficial satellite papules or pustules .  affected areas may include : - skin folds below the breasts or under the abdomen  - armpits and groin  - web spaces between the fingers or toes  SOME PICTURES OF CANDIDAL INTERTRIGO : HOW TO TREAT CANDIDAL INTER...

LOBOMUCOSIS : Lobomycosis is a fungal infection of the skin. It usually presents  with bumps in the skin, firm  swellings  deep skin lesions , or malignant tumors . It is caused  by lacazia loboi . Transmission is generally by  direct contact with contaminated water, soil , vegetation , or by direct contact  with an infected dolphine . This disease is usually found in humans and bottlenose dolphine with the possible risk of transmission from one species to the other . This disease is usually found in humans  and  bottlenose dolphins with the possible  risk of transmission from one species to the other . It was discovered by Brazillian dermatologist Jorge Lobo . Other names which were given to the disease are keloidal Amazonian blastomycosis, blastomycoid granuloma , miraip and piraip . These last two 2 names were given by natives of the Amazon and mean that which burns . WHAT ARE THE SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF LOBOMUCOSIS ?   The disease is en...

 CALCINOSIS CUTIS : Calcinosis cutis  is a type of calcinosis where in calcium deposits form in the skin . A variety of factor can results in this condition . The most common source is dystrophic calification which occurs in soft tissue as a response to injury . In addition  calcinosis is seen in limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis , also known as CREST syndrome . In dogs and is thought to occur after a traumatic injury .  WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CALCINOSIS CUTIS ? The signs and symptoms of calcinosis cutis vary according to the underlying cause . In  many cases, the lesions  gradually develop and are often symptomless . The lesions usually appear as firm , whitish /yellowish papules , plaques or nodules on the surface of the skin .  A solitary lesion may develop, although multiple lesions are more common . Lesion may  become tender  and ulcerate , discharging  chalk - like creamy material consisting mainly of calcium phospha...

 Cat Scratch  Cat scratch disease or felinosis is an infectious disease that most often  results from a scratch or bite of a cat . symptoms typically include  a non painful bump or blisters at the site of injury and painful and swollen lymph nodes  . People may feel tired, have a headache , or a fever . Cat scratch disease is caused by the  bacterium bartonella henselae which is believed to be spread by the cat's saliva . Occasionally dog scratches or bites may be involved , Diagnosis is generally based on symptoms . The primary treatment is supportive . Antibiotics  speed healing and are recommended in those with  severe disease or immune problems .  Recovery typically occurs within 4 months but can require a year . It is more common in children .  What are the sign and symptoms of cat scratch ? Cat scratch disease commonly presents as tender , swollen lymph  nodes near the site of the inoculating bite or scratch or on the neck, an...

  Bateman's purpura : Bateman's purpura is described as a weakening of the blood vessels and connective tissues just below the surface of the skin . Because these structure  and weakened , they tend to break easily when injury occurs , resulting in a release of blood near the surface of the skin . This pooling of blood appears as large red or purplish bloches on the skin . These red or purple discolorations  on the skin do not blanch on applying pressure . They are caused by bleeding underneath the skin . Blood thinners such as coumadin  or aspirin , as well as consumption of alcohol , can make the condition worse . Bateman's purpura is essential a skin disease associated with people  who are older , although it can occur in people from any age group . The bruises heal with a whitish  and irregularly shaped scar called a stellate pseudoscar . Bateman's purpura refers to flat and irregular, purple bruising that appears on a person's skin as they age . Batema...

 CORNS AND CALLUSES : Corns and calluses from repeated friction, rubbing or irritation  and pressure on the skin . The  most common cause is shoes that don't fit properly . A little bit of attention and care , most cases of corns or calluses can be prevented . Corns and calluses are a buildup od hard , thick form anywhere on your body , you'll usually see them on your feet, hands or fingers . Corns tend to be smal and round. you are  most likely to see corns on the tops or sides of your toes . There are types of core several types of corns .  These corns are  whitish / grey and have a softer , rubbery  texture . Soft corns appear between the toes . These corns are small and usually form on the buttom of feet .  Calluses are hard and thick  patches of skin . compared with corns , calluses are larger and have a more irregular shape . You are the most likely to see calluses on the bottom of your foot on the bony areas that carry your weight your...

 PRURIGO : The term  prurigo refers to intensely itchy spots . It may be used when the cause is known or to describe a condition of unknown cause characterised by small itchy bumps .  Prurigo should be distinguished from pruritus , in which there are no primary skin lesionsrigo lesions . Prurigo has primary and secondary skin lesions . Primary prurigo lesion are dome -shaped papules . Secondary prurigo  lesions are scratched papules , scaly lesions , or thickened , darly pigmented areas . Scratching may lead to scarring . Prurigo presents as symmetrically distributed, small , intensely itchy , dome - shaped bumps . Sometimes there are tiny blisters . they are most numerous on the outer aspects of the limbs and buttocks , but may occur anywhere on head and neck , trunk and limbs . Prurigo may affect children  and adults .  Primary prurigo simplex include chronic prurigo of adults , prurigo mitis , and Hebra prurigo . When the spots are dark in color , it may...

 What is Poikiloderma ? Poikiloderma of Civatte is a benign , common and chronic condition , which belongs  to the groups of melanodermas . The term poikiloderma refers to a skin change with atrophy where  hypopigmentation /hyperpigmentation changes and dilation of the fine blood vessels can be seen in the affected skin .  Poikiloderma of Civatte is most common among middle aged and elderly fair skinned individuals , especially among postmenopausal women . The incidence is unknown since many patients have a mild form of the disease and may not seek medical advice . Pictures of Poikiloderma : What are the features and causes of Poikiloderma ? The exactly cause is unkown ,  long term sun exposure is considered to be a main contributing factor . other factors are : 1. Fair skin  2. Photosensiting components of cosmetics and toiletries , especially perfumes  3. hormonal changes related to menopause or low oestrogen levels  4. a genetic predisposition...

 What is Ainhum ? Ainhum is a condition  that refers to the auto- amputations of a digit , usually the 5th toe . This is sometimes  bilateral and can also, though less frequently , affect the fingers . It is a poorly understood  phenomena and medical literature is somewhat lacking . It is also known as dactylopsis  spontanea .  Ainhum occurs equally in males and females . Risks factors for getting ainhum include : - Arfican hertiage  , though those of asian , West Indians and Central America heritage are also susceptible - Tropical or subtropical climate  - Age less than 30 or greater than 50 years old  What are the causes of Ainhum ? Ainhum occurs due to a fibrotic band which  encircles a digit  and consists  it, gradually  causing  the auto - amputation . the exact cause of this disease is unknown  , though genetic predisposition is suspected as it tends to run in families .  Other researches theories that...

ACROPUSTULOSIS : Acropustulosis is an itchy , uncomfortable skin codition that most often affect babies . your child's pediatrician may refer toit as acropustulosis of infancy . Though uncommon, acropustulosis can develop in older children and adults . Typically , that happens after an infection or injury .  An acropustulosis rash may flare up several times over a period of months , regardless of treatments . Most cases of acropustulosis of infancy  usually  disappear  by the age of 3 . This skin condition doesn't carry with it any other complication or long term health problems .  WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ACROPUSTULOSIS ? An acropustulosis rash usually appears just on the soles of teh feey or the palms of the hands . The rash looks like small , reddish , flat bumps . The bumps can then turn into blisters or pustules . the pustules can then into blisters or pustules . The pustules , which appear in clustern called  crops , can be very itchy .  Crops ma...

 ACROMEGALY : Acromegaly is a rare but serious  medical  condition  that happens when you have too much growth hormone in your  body .  Acromegaly affects your body's bones  and tissues  and causes them to grow in irregular ways . The most common treatment for acromegaly  include surgery , medication and radiation therapy. Acromegaly is a rare but serious condition that happens when you have high levels of growth hormone {GH}  in your body . Pituitary gland normally produce s GH , but tumors on your pituitary or in other parts of your body produce excess GH in acromegaly . Pituitary gland is a small , pea -sized endocrine gland located .  at the base of your brain  below your hypothalamus . Pituitary  gland releases eight important hormones, including GH . Growth  hormones , also known as human growth hormone  and somatotropin , is a natural hormone that acts on many parts of the body to promote growth in childre...

 ACRODYNIA : Acrodynia is a medical condition which occurs due to mercury  poisoning . The condition of pain and dusky pink discoloration in the hands and feet is due to exposure  or ingesting of mercury . It was known  as pink disease before it was accepted that it was just mercury  poisoning . The  word  acrodynia  is derived from the Greek which means pain. It might be used to indicated  that a  patient has pain  in  the hands or feet . the condition is known by various  other  names  including  hydrargyria , mercurialism , erythredema polyneuropathy , swift's and swift  feer disease .  SIGN & SYMPTOMS : Besides and discoloration , swelling and desquamation may occur . Since mercury blocks  the degradation  pathway  of catecholacholamines , epinephrine excess causes  profuse  sweating  , tachycardia , salivation  and elevated  blood  pressure . Me...

  Acne Urticata : Acne urticata is a term that is not often used today . It describe very itchy papules or prurigo  that affects  the face , neck  and  cape area. it is not  actually acne . it is not  actually acne .  It is not  clear  whether acne urticata is a unique disorder . lesions described as acne urticata may be localised  form of compulsive  skin picking . others confined  to sun  exposed  sites are likely a form polymorphous light erupation . The cutaneous manifestations  most frequently  associated withpolycythemia vera are a purlish -red discoloration of the ksin and mucous membranes and ecchymoses particular  over the lower extreities . Both of these manifestation  are readily  understandable  on the bais of the increase  in total red cell volume characteristic of this disease . These  commoner cutaneous  manifestations , acne urticata has been described ...

  Angular Cheilities : Angular cheilities is a type of mouth sore that appears at the corners of the mouth. Also, known as angular stomatitis and perleche , this condition can cause swollen , red patches in the corners and on the outside of your lips . angular cheilitis is inflammation of one or both corners of the mouth . often the corners are red with skin breakdown and crusting . it can also be itchy or painful . the condition can last for days to years . angular cheilities is a type of cheilities .  Angular cheilitis can be  caused by infection , irritation , or allergies . infections include by fungi such as candida albicans and bacteria such as staph aureus . Irritants include poorly fitting dentures , licking  the lips or drooling , mouth  breathing resulting  in a dry mouth , sun exposure , overclosure of the mouth , smoking and minor trauma . Other factors may include poor nutrition or poor immune function . Diagnosis may be helped by testing for i...