Types of Skin Disease

Skin disease comes in many forms and the severity of which can range from simply aggravating to life-threatening. Here are just a few skin concerns: Dry Skin Symptoms and signs of dry skin include itching and red, cracked, or flaky skin. Read about causes, diagnosis, treatment, home remedies, prevention, and the best moisturizers for dry skin. Ringworm (Tinea) Watch this slideshow of ringworm (tinea) pictures, and learn about causes, types, treatment, and prevention tips for this fungal skin infection. Eczema Eczema is a skin condition caused by inflammation. Atopic dermatitis is the most common of the many types of eczema. Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) A disease of the hair follicles of the face, chest, and back that affects almost all teenagers during puberty; the only exception being members of a few primitive Neolithic isolated tribes living in isolation. It is not caused by bacteria, although bacteria play a role in its development. It is not unusual for some women to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s. Skin cancer facts There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma (the nonmelanoma skin cancers), and melanoma.Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in humans. Ultraviolet light, which is in sunlight, is the main cause of skin cancer.The most common warning sign of skin cancer is a change in the appearance of the skin, such as a new growth or a sore that will not heal. Unexplained changes in the appearance of the skin lasting longer than two weeks should be evaluated by a doctor.