What to know about a black line on the nail
A look at a black line on the nail, a common change that can happen due to a range of causes. Included is detail on the diagnosis and when to see a doctor.
Monthly Archives: January 2018
Can you get a tattoo while pregnant or breast-feeding?
In this article, learn about the risks of getting a tattoo while pregnant or breast-feeding. How can you identify and prevent an infection?
Purulent drainage: Color, types, and treatment
Purulent drainage is a thick and milky discharge from a wound that is often a sign of infection. Learn more about this and other types of drainage.
What you should know about hyperkeratosis
A look at hyperkeratosis, a condition where the skin becomes thicker than normal. Included is detail on types of hyperkeratosis and when to see a doctor.
What is panniculitis? Causes and treatment
Panniculitis causes large, tender bumps to form under the skin. They usually occur on the lower legs but can affect other parts of the body.
What you should know about alopecia universalis
A look at alopecia universalis, a condition resulting in hair loss across the entire body. Included is detail on diagnosis and the relationship to stress.
Traction alopecia: Symptoms and prevention
Traction alopecia is hair loss caused by tight hairstyles. Caught early, it is fully reversible and the hair can regrow. Learn more about treatment.
10 rashes caused by ulcerative colitis
This article looks at skin conditions that are related to ulcerative colitis, including psoriasis, vitiligo, and hives. Learn about causes and prevention.
Which Fitzpatrick skin type are you?
Fitzpatrick skin typing is a way of classifying different types of skin. What does a person's Fitzpatrick skin type tell us about their skin?
What are the different types of psoriasis?
Learn about different types of psoriasis in their mild to moderate forms. We include information on symptoms and treatment options for different types.