Dermatology: Skin Infections, Conditions, and Cancers Overview

Athlete's Foot

Fungal infection affecting the epidermis

Boils

Bacterial infection of hair follicles

Cold Sores

Viral infection causing blisters on the epidermis

Dermatitis

Allergic inflammatory response affecting the epidermis and dermis

Impetigo

Bacterial infection causing blisters and sores, primarily in the epidermis

Eczema

Chronic condition causing thick, scaly epidermal patches

Blackheads

Blockage of sebaceous glands in the epidermis, exposed to oxygen

Jaundice

Yellowing of the skin due to liver issues, affecting all skin layers

Cyanosis

Bluish skin tint due to poor oxygenation, affecting all skin layers

Bed Sores

Pressure sore of the epidermis and dermis that limits oxygen and nutrients

1st Degree

Mild burn affecting only the epidermis

2nd Degree

Burn affecting both the epidermis and dermis

3rd Degree

Severe burn affecting all skin layers and potentially underlying tissues

Gangrene

Tissue death due to loss of blood supply, affecting all skin layers

Warts

Viral infection forming growths on the epidermis

Ringworm

Fungal infection causing ring-shaped rash on the epidermis

Liposuction

Surgical removal of fat from the subcutaneous layer

Vitiligo

Autoimmune condition causing loss of skin pigment in the epidermis

Rosacea

Chronic redness and swelling of the dermis due to vasodilation

Rickets

Bone disease due to vitamin D deficiency, affecting skin indirectly

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Most common form of skin cancer, originating in the basal cells of the epidermis

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Skin cancer originating in the squamous cells of the epidermis

Malignant Melanoma

Serious form of skin cancer that begins in the melanocytes, affecting the epidermis and beyond

Whiteheads

Blockage of sebaceous glands in the epidermis, NOT exposed to oxygen