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Dermatitis

General inflammation of the skin, presenting as red rashes and pruritus (itching). Types include allergic dermatitis and irritant dermatitis.

Acne Vulgaris

Inflammatory disorder of sebaceous glands and hair follicles, commonly associated with puberty, caused by hormonal changes increasing sebum production.

Psoriasis

Chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by rapid skin cell proliferation, causing scaly lesions.

Scabies

Contagious disease caused by mites, requiring diagnostic tests to confirm, and treatment with scabicides and hygiene emphasis.

Alopecia

Hair loss condition with types like alopecia areata (autoimmune) and androgenetic alopecia (genetic).

Onychomycosis

Fungal infection affecting nails, often requiring systemic antifungal therapy for resolution.

Seborrhea

Non-inflammatory condition often linked to seborrheic dermatitis, managed with medicated shampoos.

Body Piercing

Involves risks like infections and complications affecting health and appearance, requiring proper hygiene.

Furuncles

Boils typically resulting from skin infections, with multiple instances referred to as furunculosis.

Herpes Zoster

Reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus causing painful skin eruptions, treated with antiviral medications.