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Tenia corporis
Tinea corporis, commonly known as ringworm, is a fungal infection of the skin. It causes a red, circular rash with clearer skin in the center, resembling a ring. The infection can occur anywhere on the body and is highly contagious, spreading through direct skin contact with an infected person or animal, or by contact with contaminated surfaces, clothing, or bedding.
Symptoms:
- Itchy, red, and scaly patches
- Circular, ring-shaped rash
- Sometimes blisters or pustules around the edges
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells, leading to the rapid buildup of cells on the surface of the skin. This causes patches of thick, scaly, and often red skin, which can be itchy, painful, and inflamed. While the exact cause is not fully understood, psoriasis is believed to be related to a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental triggers.
Types of Psoriasis:
- Plaque Psoriasis: The most common type, causing red, inflamed patches covered with silvery-white scales.
- Guttate Psoriasis: Characterized by small, dot-like lesions, often triggered by infections.
- Inverse Psoriasis: Appears as smooth, red patches in skin folds, like the armpits or groin.
- Pustular Psoriasis: Causes white, pus-filled blisters surrounded by red skin.
- Erythrodermic Psoriasis: A severe form that can cause widespread redness, scaling, and peeling of the skin.
Symptoms:
- Raised, inflamed, and scaly patches of skin
- Dry, cracked skin that may bleed
- Itching, burning, or soreness
- Thickened or ridged nails
- Joint pain (in cases of psoriatic arthritis)
Eczema
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin. It often occurs in cycles, with flare-ups followed by periods of remission. Eczema is commonly seen in infants and young children, but it can affect people of all ages. The exact cause is unknown, but it is linked to both genetic and environmental factors.
Types of Eczema:
- Atopic Dermatitis: The most common form, often associated with asthma and allergies.
- Contact Dermatitis: Triggered by direct contact with irritants or allergens.
- Dyshidrotic Eczema: Characterized by small, fluid-filled blisters on the hands and feet.
- Nummular Eczema: Presents as circular, coin-shaped spots on the skin.
- Seborrheic Dermatitis: Affects oily areas of the body, such as the scalp, leading to dandruff and red patches.
- Stasis Dermatitis: Occurs due to poor circulation, typically in the lower legs.
Symptoms:
- Dry, sensitive skin
- Red, inflamed patches
- Intense itching, often worse at night
- Crusty, scaly, or cracked skin
- Oozing or weeping sores in severe cases
Scabies
Scabies is a highly contagious skin condition caused by the infestation of the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, a microscopic parasite that burrows into the skin. The mites lay eggs, causing an allergic reaction that leads to intense itching and a rash. Scabies spreads through close physical contact, often within families, schools, or nursing homes.
Symptoms:
- Intense itching, especially at night
- Rash with tiny red bumps or blisters
- Thin, irregular burrow tracks on the skin, often in webbed areas of the fingers, wrists, elbows, and other body folds
- Sores caused by scratching, which may lead to secondary infections
