A skin inflammation that occurs in warm, moist folds of the body where two skin surfaces chafe against each other. It most commonly appears on…

Granuloma is a generic term that refers to a small nodule. It can be any type of nodule, from benign to malignant. Granulomas occur throughout…

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes facial redness, acne-like pimples, visible small blood vessels on the face, swelling and/or watery, irritated eyes. This…

Acne is the most frequent skin condition in the United States. It is characterized by pimples that appear on the face, back and chest. Every…

Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancers, affecting more than one million Americans every year. One in five Americans will develop skin…

It is estimated that about one-third of people with diabetes will have a skin disorder at some time in their lives caused by the disease.…

Although less common, there are a few skin conditions related to pregnancy: PUPPP (Pruritic Uticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy) This condition occurs in roughly…

A tattoo is created by injecting ink into the dermis (the second layer of skin) to incorporate a form of skin decoration. Tattooing is practiced…

According to the American Academy of Dermatology and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, ultraviolet (UV) radiation from tanning beds, tanning booths and…

Skin. It is the largest organ on the human body. It creates a protective layer against heat, light, the environment, injury and infection. It helps…