Symptoms Intertrigo (Latin for “rubbed sore”) is a common inflammatory skin condition that occurs on opposite skin surfaces in skin folds. It is initially manifested by a mild to severe redness that is approximately mirror image on both sides of the skin fold. It is often accompanied by itching, rash, burning sensation and pain. Papules … Intertrigo
Symptoms Photosensitivity often manifests like sunburn in extensive skin redness, pain, a burning sensation, blistering, and hyperpigmentation after healing. Other possible skin reactions include eczema, itching, urticaria, telangiectasia, tingling, and edema. The nails may also be affected less frequently and may peel off in front (photoonycholysis). The symptoms are limited to the areas of the … Photosensitivity
Symptoms Acute circulation manifests as inflammation, which occurs in the tissues around a fingernail or toenail. Possible symptoms include redness, swelling, pain, limitation of function, and hyperthermia. A focus of pus often forms and spontaneously discharges outward or inward. In acute disease, usually only one finger is affected. Complications include detachment of the nail and … Circulation
Symptoms Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory, benign, and noninfectious skin disease. It manifests as symmetrical (bilateral), sharply demarcated, bright red, dry, raised plaques covered by silvery scales. Typically affected areas are the elbows, knees, and scalp. Itching, a burning sensation and pain are other symptoms, and scratching further aggravates the condition. Psoriasis can also affect … Psoriasis Causes and Treatment
Symptoms Aphthae are usually small, approximately lentil-sized, white to yellow fibrin-covered, flat erosions and ulcerations of the oral mucosa. The marginal region is slightly raised and reddened. Aphthae occur in one or more locations and are particularly painful on contact with acidic or spicy foods. The so-called herpetiform aphthae are smaller and more numerous than … Aphthae
Symptoms Allergic contact dermatitis is a noninfectious skin disorder that begins with a delay of one to three days after allergen exposure, with redness of the skin, the formation of poplars, oedemas, and vesicles. The severe itching that accompanies the reaction is typical. The vesicles burst and weep. The skin reaction may also spread to … Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Definition Medication overuse involves using self-purchased or physician-prescribed medications for too long, too much, or too frequently. The duration of therapy prescribed by a healthcare professional or by the professional and patient information is exceeded, the maximum single or daily dose is too high because of a dose increase, or the dosing interval is too … Medication Overuse
Products Fluprednidene acetate is commercially available as a cream in many countries and has been approved since 1993 (Decoderm bivalent + miconazole nitrate). Structure and properties Fluprednidene acetate (C24H29FO6, Mr = 432.5 g/mol) Effects Fluprednidene acetate (ATC D07AB07) has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antipruritic, and antiproliferative properties. The effects are due to binding to intracellular glucocorticoid receptors. … Fluprednidene Acetate
Symptoms Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the face that typically affects the cheeks, nose, chin, and central forehead symmetrically (Figure). The skin around the eyes is left out. It occurs more often in people with fair skin and in middle age, but it can occur in any skin type and at any … Rosacea Causes and Treatment
Products Fluocinolone acetonide is commercially available as an ointment, cream, and suppositories (Synalar, Procto-Synalar N). It has been approved in many countries since 1963. Structure and properties Fluocinolone acetonide (C24H30F2O6, Mr = 452.5 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is a fluorinated and fused glucocorticoid. Effects Fluocinolone … Fluocinolone Acetonide
Products Fluocinonide is commercially available as a cream and ointment in mono and combination formulations (Topsym). It has been approved in many countries since 1971. Structure and properties Fluocinonide (C26H32F2O7, Mr = 494.5 g/mol) is a fluorinated glucocorticoid. Effects Fluocinonide (ATC D07AC08) has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antipruritic, and immunosuppressive properties. The effects are due to binding … Fluocinonide
Symptoms Frostbites are inflamed, superficial, painful, itchy to burning, swollen, reddened to blue-purple skin lesions (patches, papules, plaques). They occur recurrently on both sides, especially dorsally on the fingers and toes. Other exposed areas such as ears, face, nose and thighs may also be affected. Frostbite is most commonly seen in winter and spring. Possible … Frostbite Symptoms and Causes