The most common form of mastocytosis is a disease of the skin. In very rare cases, mastocytosis can affect other parts of the body, like…
Category: Skin Causes
What is Leprosy? Leprosy is a painful condition which, although curable, can leave sufferers deformed and crippled if left untreated. It is caused by a…
What Is Keratosis Pilaris? Keratosis pilaris is a common skin disorder characterized by small bumps on the back of the arms , pointed pimples. The…
What is Impetigo? Impetigo is an infection of the skin caused primarily by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes, also known as Group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GABS).…
What Are Hives? Hives are pink or red bumps or slightly raised patches of skin. Sometimes, they have a pale center. Hives usually itch, but…
What is Genital Wart? Genital Wart occur on the vulva, vagina and cervix in women and on the penis in men. In women the virus…
What are Folliculitis? Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles caused by infection (coagulase-positive staphylococci) or physical or chemical irritation. The most common form…
What is Eczema? It is the most common and most troublesome of all skin diseases. Eczema is essentially a constitutional disease, resulting from a toxic…
What is Dermatitis? Dermatitis refers to an inflammation of the skin, both externaJ and internal. It is characterised by redness, swelling, heat and pain or…
What is Diaper Rash? Diaper rash is the most common skin problem seen in babies and young children, but it can occur at any age…