Vaginitis, which is also called vulvovaginitis, vaginal infection or inflammation, is not a specific disease. It is a type of symptom caused by infectious and non-infectious sources which include STDs or sexually-transmitted diseases. It can affect the vulva, or the external part of the woman’s genitals. It is very common
Phytophotodermatitis is a type of contact dermatitits. It came from the words “phyto” which means plant, “photo” which means sunlight, and “dermatitis” which is inflammation of the skin.
Erysipelas is a skin condition similar to cellulitis, but affects only the upper layer of the skin. It was thought before that it only appears on the face but later on, doctors claim that it also appears on the arm, leg, and torso.
Some people might notice small bumps on their skin after a mosquito bite, while others experience an allergic reaction, which is far worse, called skeeter syndrome.
Repetitive and compulsive skin picking is a serious condition called excoriation. Frequent and intense picking of the skin may cause bleeding, scars, and sores. Some people say that it makes them feel relaxed while others do it unintentionally. Children and adults who have obsessive-compulsive disorder are more likely to develop
The body normally hosts a variety of germs, including bacteria and fungi. Some carry out normal functions, while others can cause infections when they begin to multiply uncontrollably. Candidiasis of the skin is caused by Candida fungus, one of the potentially harmful organisms in the body.
Cellulitis is a common and potentially serious bacterial infection of the dermis, or the deep layer of the skin as well as the subcutaneous tissues, or the fat and soft tissue layer that are under the skin.