by Nitin Ranjan | Jan 9, 2015
Warts are small harmless growths in the skin caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Sometimes, even during treatment, shedding of virus cells into the skin from old warts leads to the appearance of new warts.
by Nitin Ranjan | Jan 9, 2015
Vitiligo is an acquired pigmentary anomaly of the skin manifested by depigmented white patches surrounded by a normal or a hyperpigmented border. Up to 30% of vitiligo patients have an affected relative.
by Nitin Ranjan | Jan 9, 2015
Rosacea is caused by dilation of blood vessels that leads to redness and flushing of the skin. It is most common in middle-aged women with fair skin. Certain environmental factors can trigger or worsen rosacea, such as sun exposure or even spicy food.
by Nitin Ranjan | Jan 9, 2015
Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs when there is a rapid overgrowth of skin cells. Abnormal lymphocytes from the blood triggers this rapid proliferation of skin cells. The excess skin cells pile up on the surface of the skin forming lesions....
by Nitin Ranjan | Jan 9, 2015
Pityriasis versicolor (earlier called as tinea versicolor) is a condition caused by overgrowth of some resident fungi of the normal human skin. It is more commonly seen during humid weather in the adolescent age group. For a person having Pityriasis Versicolor, it is...
