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26 Nov
2015

Furuncles Definition Symptoms and Treatment

furuncle

A furuncle (boil) is a painful deep folliculitis that forms around a hair follicle and leads to abscess formation with accumulation of pus and necrotic tissue. A carbuncle is collection of furuncles that develop under the epidermis (in the dermis)…. Read More »

24 Nov
2015

What is Folliculitis? Definition Symptoms and Treatment

folliculitis

Folliculitis is a bacterial dermatological infection of the hair follicles that is usually caused by s. aureus. Less commonly, Folliculitis can be caused by p. aeruginosa. It is characterized by an inflammatory nodule or superficial pustule surrounding the hair follicle…. Read More »

20 Nov
2015

What is Herpes Zoster? Causes Symptoms and Treatment

Herpes zoster

Herpes zoster (shingles) is a viral infectious dermatological disease caused by varicella zoster virus, it is characterized by painful dermal rash with blisters affecting one side of the body and presenting in a form of a stripe, that is to say herpes is usually limited to an area… Read More »

18 Nov
2015

Lichen Planus Definition Symptoms and Treatment

Lichen Planus

Lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by recurring episodes of intense itching (pruritus) and distinctive lesions affecting the skin and mucous membranes. While its exact cause remains elusive, certain medications, such as gold or bismuth, have been implicated in triggering this condition. Clinically, lichen planus presents with oral lesions and small, flat-topped papules on the skin, which can progress to form rough, scaly patches…. Read More »

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