HAP Skin Disorders

hyperhidrosis

A condition characterized by excessive sweating beyond what is necessary for thermoregulation, often affecting areas like the palms, soles, and underarms.

folliculitis

Inflammation of hair follicles, often caused by infection, irritation, or blockage, leading to red, itchy bumps.

alopecia areata

An autoimmune condition that causes sudden, patchy hair loss on the scalp and other areas of the body.

koilonychia

A condition where the nails become thin, brittle, and concave, often resembling a spoon shape, which can indicate underlying health issues.

abcess

A localized collection of pus that can occur in any tissue of the body, often due to infection.

eczema

A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by red, itchy, and flaky patches. It can be triggered by allergens, irritants, or stress.

erythema infectiosum

a viral infection caused by parvovirus B19, characterized by a distinctive cheek rash in children and mild flu-like symptoms.

rosacea

A chronic skin condition that causes redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes pimples on the face. It often affects fair-skinned individuals and can be triggered by factors like heat, spicy foods, and alcohol.

systemic lupus erythrematosus

A chronic autoimmune disease that can affect multiple organ systems, characterized by a butterfly-shaped rash on the face, joint pain, and fatigue.

scleroderma

A chronic autoimmune condition that causes the hardening, thickening, and tightening of the skin It is characterized by thickened skin.

carbuncles

A cluster of interconnected boils that form a painful, pus-filled lump under the skin, often caused by bacterial infection.

gangrene

The death of body tissue due to a lack of blood flow or a severe bacterial infection.

impentigo

A highly contagious skin infection that causes red sores, often around the nose and mouth, primarily affecting infants and children.

keloid

A raised scar that occurs when the body produces too much collagen during the healing process, often extending beyond the original wound site.

utricaria

A skin condition characterized by itchy welts or hives, often caused by an allergic reaction.

acne vulgaris

A common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to many pimples, blackheads, and/or cysts.

polymorphic light eruption

A skin rash triggered by exposure to sunlight, characterized by red, itchy bumps or lesions that typically occur in sun-exposed areas.

trichomycosis axillaris

A bacterial infection of the hair follicles in the armpits, leading to the growth of yellow or red nodules and a foul odor.

contact dermatitis

A skin inflammation caused by direct contact with an irritant or allergen, resulting in redness, itching, and sometimes blisters.

decubitus ulcer

A localized injury to the skin and underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, due to prolonged pressure, often seen in individuals with limited mobility. Also known as a pressure sore or bedsore.