What is the most common skin disease?
Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. Acne usually begins in puberty and affects many adolescents and young adults. Approximately 85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24 experience at least minor acne.
What do discoid lesions look like?
Discoid lupus lesions, which are thick and disk-shaped. They often appear on the scalp or face and can cause permanent scarring. They may be red and scaly, but they do not cause pain or itching. Subacute cutaneous lesions, which may look like patches of scaly skin or ring-shaped sores.
Why do I have hard skin on my finger?
Paronychia: A paronychia is an infection of the finger that involves the tissue at the edges of the fingernail.
What causes dry skin on one finger?
Frequent hand-washing. Frequent hand-washing with soap may cause the fingertips to peel and crack. Dry skin is a common condition and can make the skin peel and crack.
What are some common skin disorders?
Too much skin dryness,itching and rashes
What causes skin problems on hands?
Exfoliative Keratolysis. Exfoliative keratolysis is an excessive peeling of the skin on the palm of the hands and is sometimes called “focal palm peeling.”