We all experience goosebumps when we are feeling cold or have a sudden fright but there are times when this otherwise normal reaction of the skin may in fact be abnormal. It can be considered as a symptom of some disease. Goosebumps have derived its name from the tiny bumps that form on the skin of a goose when its >> Read More ...
Most of us look at the eyebrows as a patch of hair that has an aesthetic purpose and it is often shaped for cosmetic purposes. Although the exact purpose of the eyebrows is not conclusively understood, it is believed to be prevent water or sweat from falling on to the eyes itself. For most people its function is of little >> Read More ...
Contact dermatitis is one of the most common skin disorders usually associated with occupations where repeated hand washing is a requirement, like health care workers. However, it can affect any person of any age and is due to environmental factors ranging from substances such as soap, sweat and water to latex and certain >> Read More ...
It is a common skin condition in infants and has been extensively researched yet the exact cause of atopic dermatitis is unknown. The condition can be frustrating for parents as the symptoms can be unbearable for the child. The focus is on managing the condition by relieving symptoms, protecting the skin and avoiding >> Read More ...
Itching of the forehead skin, like elsewhere on the body, is mainly due to irritation, damage or disease in the affected area. It is a common problem for most people but usually an itchy forehead is a transient symptom. The itching occurs suddenly and resolves quickly with a little scratching or rubbing. However, there are >> Read More ...
It is one of the most common lip problems and most of us think that it is just a winter problem but chapped lips can strike at any time. The lips are very sensitive to environmental factors when compared to skin on the rest of the face. This difference is one of the main reasons why the lips are prone to drying and >> Read More ...
Most of us experience itching in the groin region every now and then, especially at the crease between the torso and thigh. It usually not a major problem and often passes within a few minutes without occurring again. The itching is often an inconvenience especially when the need to scratch is overwhelming in a public >> Read More ...
There are many different types of abnormal growths that can arise on the skin. Most of us think of it simply as a pimple, wart or mole. However, there are several different ways in which the skin may be diseased or abnormal thereby leading to the formation of a growth. One rare type of growth is a folliculoma. It is not a >> Read More ...
There are many different types of protruding skin growths apart from a wart of mole. Skin tags are another common growth. While most of these skin growths are not associated with any serious conditions like skin cancer, it should always be investigated further. Skin tags are harmless and painless growths often seen on the >> Read More ...
The skin on the lips is much thinner than elsewhere on the body. It also lacks much of the natural moisturizing ability because there are no sebaceous glands on it. Furthermore it lacks the skin pigment, melanin, which provides protection against ultraviolet (UV) light. So it is understandable that a rash can occur on the >> Read More ...
