Diagnosis | Hand eczema

Diagnosis In order to make the diagnosis of “hand eczema“, a detailed questioning of the patient’s medical history (anamnesis) must first take place. Among other things, the symptoms that occur and how frequently they occur play a role. It is also important to know which substances come into contact with the hands in everyday life … Diagnosis | Hand eczema

Elbow rash

Definition The skin is the largest immunologically active organ in humans. It forms a natural protective barrier and is in constant contact with our environment. Various causes can cause the skin to react with skin rashes (exanthema). In the following article we will deal with rashes on the elbow in more detail. These are newly … Elbow rash

Diagnosis | Elbow rash

Diagnosis The therapy of the rash on the elbow is understandably based on the underlying cause. Not every rash can be treated in the same way. The common causes will be presented here briefly and with a focus on their therapy. The treatment of neurodermatitis is very complex and includes both drug and non-drug approaches. … Diagnosis | Elbow rash

Psoriasis | Skin scales

Psoriasis Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease. It usually occurs after puberty and can only be treated systemically. In addition to skin symptoms, psoriasis can also be accompanied by joint problems and vascular inflammation. There are various options available for the treatment of psoriasis. These are applied depending on the severity of the symptoms. Localization … Psoriasis | Skin scales

Therapy | Skin scales

Therapy In the simplest case, skin flakes are simply caused by the skin being too dry. Then you can perform a self-treatment.This therapy is based primarily on supplying the skin with sufficient fluid. Various care products and cleansing agents are available for this purpose. Urea (which not only moisturizes the skin but can also loosen … Therapy | Skin scales

Skin scales

Definition Skin scales are small parts of the skin that peel off from the surface. Dandruff (dermatological term: squama) is caused by the fact that cells of the uppermost layer of the skin, the horny cells (keratinocytes) of the horny layer (stratum corneum), die and as a result separate from the other layers of the … Skin scales