Skin Diseases
Skin diseases are conditions that affect your skin. Skin disease vary greatly in symptoms and severity. These diseases may cause rashes, inflammation, itchiness, or other skin changes. They can be temporary or permanent, and may be painless or painful. Some skin conditions may be genetic, while lifestyle factors may cause others. Some skin conditions are minor, and others can be life-threatening. While most skin disorder are minor, others can indicate a more serious issue. Hence, it is important to consult doctor if you have skin condition that last very long or worsening over time. Skin treatment may include medications (either orally or topically), lasers or lifestyle changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common types of skin diseases?
Most of the skin diseases are minor. Some may cause severe symptoms that impact patient physically or causing psychological distress. Some of the most common skin diseases include:
Acne, blocked skin follicles that lead to oil, bacteria and dead skin buildup in your pores
Alopecia areata, losing your hair in small patches
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema), dry, itchy skin that leads to swelling, cracking or scaliness.
Psoriasis, scaly skin that may swell or fell hot.
Rosacea, flushed, thick skin and pimples, usually on the face.
Skin cancer, uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells
Vitiligo, patches of skin that lose pigment
What causes skin diseases?
Certain lifestyle factors can lead to the development of a skin disease. Underlying health conditions may affect your skin too. Common causes of skin diseases include:
Bacteria trapped in your pores or hair follicles
Conditions that affect your thyroid, kidneys or immune system
Contact with environmental triggers, such as allergens
Genetics
Fungus or parasites
Medications
Viruses
Diabetes
Sun
Do skin disease usually return after treatment?
Many skin conditions are chronic (long-lasting). Treatment can reduce symptoms, but you may need to continue medication or other treatments to keep symptoms in remission state. Some skin conditions go away without treatment. You may also have periods of remission (months or years with no symptoms).