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Health and Sickness - Skin Diseases and Problems

Here you will learn some English words related to skin diseases and problems such as "acne", "rosacea", and "lupus".

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pemphigus
[noun]

a rare disease where painful blisters form on the skin and inside the mouth due to the body's immune system attacking healthy cells

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an autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden onset of hair loss in well-defined patches on the scalp or other parts of the body

Ex: Wearing hats or scarves may be chosen by those alopecia areata for coverage .
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psoriasis
[noun]

a chronic skin disorder causing thick, red, and scaly patches due to rapid skin cell overproduction

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a chronic skin condition causing red, itchy rashes often starting in childhood

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hives
[noun]

raised, itchy welts on the skin, often triggered by factors like allergies or stress

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a rare autoimmune disease that causes skin and tissue hardening, affecting internal organs

Ex: Managing symptoms is crucial for individuals scleroderma.
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vitiligo
[noun]

a skin condition characterized by the loss of pigmentation, resulting in white patches on the skin due to the destruction of melanocytes

Ex: Michael Jackson famously vitiligo, leading to changes in his skin color .
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a genetic skin disorder characterized by the formation of thick, dry, and scaly skin, often resembling fish scales

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cold sore
[noun]

a small, painful blister that typically appears on or around the lips, caused by the herpes simplex virus

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blister
[noun]

a swollen area on the skin filled with liquid, caused by constant rubbing or by burning

Ex: In severe cases , large or blisters may require medical attention to prevent complications and promote healing .
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a rough, scaly patch on the skin caused by too much sun exposure and could turn into skin cancer

Ex: Using protective clothing like hats helps actinic keratosis on the face and neck .
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carbuncle
[noun]

a painful, swollen cluster of connected boils on the skin, typically caused by a bacterial infection

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frostbite
[noun]

a serious injury resulting from excessive exposure to severely cold weather or things, causing the freezing of the nose, toes, fingers, etc.

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a bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, and tenderness due to a skin break

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lupus
[noun]

a chronic autoimmune disease causing inflammation and diverse symptoms like joint pain and skin rashes

Ex: Medications help manage symptoms lupus.
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melasma
[noun]

a skin condition causing brown or gray-brown patches, often on the face, linked to hormonal changes or sun exposure

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skin inflammation caused by contact with irritants or allergens, resulting in redness, itching, and in some cases blistering

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a long-term skin condition causing red, itchy, and flaky patches, commonly on the scalp and face

Ex: Dermatologists can recommend treatments seborrheic eczema symptoms .
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a skin condition causing small, rough bumps on arms, thighs, cheeks, or buttocks

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ringworm
[noun]

a contagious fungal infection of the skin or scalp, characterized by circular, red, and itchy rashes with a raised, defined border

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impetigo
[noun]

a contagious bacterial skin infection causing red sores that turn into yellowish-brown crusts

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herpes
[noun]

a viral infection causing painful sores, often around the genital or oral areas, due to the herpes simplex virus

Ex: Avoiding close contact during outbreaks helps herpes transmission .
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a general term referring to inflammation of the skin, often causing redness, itching, and various skin conditions

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a skin condition marked by itchy, raised welts caused by an allergic reaction or other triggers

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