FACIAL CARE

 PRURIGO  NODULARIS : Prurigo nodularis (PN) is an intensely itchy skin rash. PN bumps on the skin can range in size from very small to about a half inch in diameter. The number of nodules can vary from 2 to 200. Common thought is that it occurs as a result of scratching the skin. Itchy skin can be due to a number of reasons, like: dry skin thyroid dysfunction chronic kidney disease The itching of PN can be debilitating in its severity. It’s thought to have the highest itch intensity of any itchy skin condition. Scratching makes the itching worse and can cause more bumps to appear and worsen the existing bumps. PN is challenging to treat. Let’s look at symptoms and ways to manage PN. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF  PRURIGO NODULARIES ? PN can start as a small, red itchy bump. It occurs as a result of scratching the skin. The bumps usually start on your arms or legs but can also appear on the rest of your body, wherever you scratch. The nodules can be intensely itchy. ...

  SKIN IRRITATION : A skin irritation  occurs when skin becomes red, inflamed and bumpy. Some skin rashes are dry and itchy. Some are painful. Many things can bring on a skin irritates including viruses, bacteria, allergens and skin conditions like eczema .  Skin irritation can be red, inflamed, bumpy as well as dry, itchy or painful. The main cause is dermatitis, which is when your skin reacts to allergens or irritants. Bacteria, viruses, allergens and conditions including eczema, hives, and psoriasis can be the source of skin rashes. A variety of treatments can relieve your symptoms and get rid of the rash. TYPES OF SKIN IRRITATION : There are many different types of skin irritation including: Contact dermatitis:  This form of  dermatitis  occurs when your body reacts to a substance that it doesn’t like. Lots of people are allergic to fragrances, preservatives,nickel  (often found in costume jewelry) andpoison ivy.   Common irritants includ...

 HELIOTROPE RASH : A heliotrope rash is a reddish purple rash that occurs as the first noticeable symptom of an inflammatory muscle  disease called dermatomyositis .  The rash takes its name from the heliotrope flower, which has purple petals. Dermatomyositis causes progressive muscle weakness. In children, it can also damage the blood vessels. A heliotrope rash is a reddish purple rash on or around the eyelids. The rash can look patchy and uneven and is often accompanied by a swollen eyelid. WHAT ARE THE  CAUSES OF HELIOTROPE RASH ? A heliotrope rash is characteristic of dermatomyositis. Dermatomyositis is part of a group of muscle diseases called inflammatory myopathies or myositis (inflammation  of muscle). Dermatomyositis is a chronic autoinflammatory disease, with symptoms that may change over time. About a third  who develop dermatomyositis as children recover, but the remainder continue to experience symptoms. It may be due to an under...

  PORT WINE STAIN : A port wine stain is a permanent birthmark  It’s a smooth, flat, pink, red or purple patch on a newborn that may get darker and raised or bumpy over time. A port wine stain usually appears on the face but can affect other are as of the body. The condition gets its name because it looks like someone spilled or splashed dark red wine on the skin. It’s also called nevus flammeus.  A port wine stain is a permanent birthmark that usually appears on the face. It starts as a smooth, flat, pink or red patch on a newborn. Over time, it may get larger, darker and thicker. Some port wine stains are associated with syndromes involving the blood vessels. Laser treatments may help fade the birthmarks. WHAT ARE CAUSES OF PORT WINE STAIN ? Port wine stains result from abnormally formed capillaries (tiny blood vessels under your skin). The capillaries dilate, which means they’re more open or stretched out than normal. But scientists aren’t sure what causes the abn...

SCABIES: There are approximately 200 million cases of scabies in the world at any given time. It’s a highly contagious condition that can easily be passed from one person to another through direct skin contact. Scabiesa sexually transmitted disease, although it can be transmitted through intimate contact, sharing clothing, or sharing bedding. Although scabies can be bothersome, the mites can usually be eliminated. Treatment often consists of medications that kill the mites and their eggs. Since scabies is so contagious, doctors usually also recommend treatment for the people who are in frequent contact with the person who has scabies. What are the causes of  scabies ? Scabies is the result of an infestation of tiny, eight-legged mites. These bugs are so small you  can’t  see them on your skin, but you can certainly see their effects. The mites burrow into the top layer of your skin to live and feed. Female mites lay eggs. Your skin reacts to the mites and their waste, and...