Definition Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. The presence of the mite leads to intense itching in the area of its burrows. The urge to scratch may be especially strong at night. Scabies is contagious and can spread quickly through close …
Read More »Pityriasis Versicolor – Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention.
Definition Pityriasis means a type of fine skin scaling, and versicolor means changing colour. Pityriasis Versicolor is a common and harmless rash due to the overgrowth of yeasts that live on everyone’s skin. Pityriasis Versicolor is also called as Tinea versicolor;. These yeasts, called Malassezia, are not related to yeast …
Read More »Jock Itch – Causes, Symtoms, Treatment, and Prevention.
Definition Jock itch is a common, itchy rash of the groin. It is also termed as ‘Tinea Cruris’. It can produce a very intense itch and is associated with a red or pink rash involving the groin folds and genitals. It is primarily a skin condition in men because of …
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