Alopecia is a general term for hair loss. Alopecia can be localised or generalised, can be scarring or non scarring type. Alopecia includes: Alopecia AreataMaleFemale Pattern Hair LossScarring AlopeciaTelogen Effluvium Male or Female…. Click to read more...
The abnormal growth of skin cells. Most common types Basal cell cancer A type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells. Basal cells produce new skin cells as old ones die. Limiting sun exposure can help prevent these…. Click to read...
A skin rash triggered by a reaction to food, medicine or other irritants. Hives is a common skin rash triggered by many things, including certain foods, medication and stress. Symptoms include itchy, raised, red or skin-coloured welts…. Click to read...
An itchy inflammation of the skin. Atopic dermatitis usually develops in early childhood and is more common in people who have a family history of the condition. The main symptom is a rash that typically appears on the arms and behind the knees…. Click to read...
A disease that causes the loss of skin colour in blotches. Vitiligo occurs when pigment-producing cells die or stop functioning. Loss of skin colour can affect any part of the body, including the mouth, hair and eyes. It may be more noticeable in…. Click to read...
An inflammatory condition of the skin and mucous membranes. Lichen planus occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks cells of the skin or mucous membranes. On skin, lichen planus appears as purplish, itchy, flat-topped bumps. …. Click to read...
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