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Bookmark or Share- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Basics - National Institute of Arthritis ...Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disease that causes pimple-like bumps or boils on and under the skin. The disease is chronic (long lasting) and can be painful. HS does not spread from one person to another. HS starts in the hair follicle in the skin and happens where areas of skin may touch or rub together.
- Psoriasis Basics: Overview, Symptoms, and CausesPsoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, scaly skin that may feel painful, swollen, or hot. Learn more about the types and what causes psoriasis. Psoriasis Basics: Overview, Symptoms, and Causes
- Atopic Dermatitis Treatment, Symptoms & Causes | NIAMSAtopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin. It is a common condition that usually begins in childhood; however, anyone can get the disease at any age. Atopic dermatitis is not contagious, so it cannot be spread from person to person.
- What is Acne? Definition & Types | NIAMSAcne is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles under the skin become clogged. Sebum—oil that helps keep skin from drying out—and dead skin cells plug the pores, which leads to outbreaks of lesions, commonly called pimples or zits. Most often, the outbreaks occur on the face but can also appear on the back, chest, and ...
- Psoriasis Types, Symptoms & Causes | NIAMSDry, cracked skin that itches or bleeds. Thick, ridged, pitted nails. Poor sleep quality. Some patients have a related condition called psoriatic arthritis, which can be characterized by stiff, swollen, or painful joints; neck or back pain; or Achilles heel pain.
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