Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Clavus (Corn, Callus) February 28, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms A hard, thickened area of skin, often around the toes, which can be painful under pressure. A central core that may feel deeper in the skin. Pain or discomfort when walking or wearing shoes. Redness and irritation around the clavus. Causes Repeated pressure: Prolonged pressure from tight or uncomfortable shoes can lead to the […] Read more » callus Clavus Corn Corn on foot Corn removal Corn treatment Foot care Foot problems Hard corn Painful callus Pedicure treatment Pressure spot foot Pressure spots toes Skin thickening Soft corn
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Culicosis February 10, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The most common symptoms of culicosis include: Intense itching Redness and swelling at the bite site Bumps or blisters In severe cases, it can lead to fever, body aches, and breathing difficulties Causes Culicosis is caused by an allergic reaction to mosquito saliva, which is injected into the skin during a bite. Diagnosis The […] Read more » Allergic reaction to insect bite Culicosis Insect bites Itchy bumps Red skin rash Swelling from insect bites
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Ashy Dermatosis (erythema dyschromicum perstans) January 30, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The main symptoms of ashy dermatosis include: The appearance of gray to blue-gray patches with an ashy appearance. Patches that can appear anywhere on the body but are often seen on the torso and limbs. The skin condition is usually painless and does not cause itching. Causes The exact cause of ashy dermatosis is […] Read more » ashy dermatosis Chronic erythema Erythema with skin spots Gray skin abnormality Gray spots on the skin Loss of skin pigment Persistent erythema dyschromicum Pigmentation disorders Skin abnormality due to inflammation Skin abnormality with red spots Skin changes due to erythema Skin changes due to inflammation Skin condition skin discoloration Skin rash Treatment of ashy dermatosis
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Cellulite December 9, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms A dimpled appearance of the skin, especially on thighs and buttocks. It becomes more visible under slanting light or when pinching the skin. Causes Hormonal changes, particularly in women after puberty. No direct link to weight, although cellulite is more noticeable with larger thigh size. In men, it occurs only with hormonal imbalances, such […] Read more » Botox Therapy Cellulite Coolfrax Laser Therapy Eyelid Surgery Hair Removal laser therapy Liposuction Orange peel skin Skin Peeling wrinkles
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Angiokeratoma December 3, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Small, dark red to purple bumps on the skin, often with a rough or scaly texture Commonly appears on various body parts, such as the legs, genitals, and torso Usually painless, but may sometimes itch or bleed when irritated Can occur in clusters or be scattered across the skin Some forms, such as in […] Read more » Angiokeratoma Angiokeratoma of the skin Angiokeratoma treatment Benign skin condition Enlarged blood vessels in skin Purple skin spots Rare skin condition Red skin spots Skin changes Skin lesions skin nodules Skin pigmentation change Skin thickening Skin tumor Skin warts
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Allergic Contact Dermatitis September 1, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis range from redness and itching to swelling and blistering. The reaction can occur immediately or several hours to days after exposure. Causes Allergic contact dermatitis can be caused by a wide range of substances, including metals (such as nickel), rubber, cosmetics, perfumes, certain plants, cleaning products, and medications applied […] Read more » Allergic contact eczema Allergic reaction to substances Allergic skin reaction Allergic skin reaction to substances Chronic contact eczema Contact dermatitis Contact eczema symptoms Contact eczema treatment Eczema due to allergy Eczema from allergies Itchy skin Red skin rash skin allergy Skin condition due to allergens Skin irritation from contact Skin rash from contact
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Balanitis August 21, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Redness and swelling of the glans and foreskin Itching or burning sensation Pain or tenderness White discharge under the foreskin Difficulty retracting the foreskin Causes Balanitis can be caused by poor hygiene, irritation, infections such as yeast infections, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Diabetes and a weakened immune system also increase the risk. Diagnosis […] Read more » Bacterial balanitis balanitis Balanitis care Balanitis treatment Fungal balanitis Genital infection Genital inflammation Genital skin irritation glans inflammation Infectious balanitis Inflammation of the glans Inflammation of the penis Itchy glans Painful glans Redness of the glans Skin rash on the penis
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Angioma Senilis August 21, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Small red to purple round bumps on the skin. They usually appear on the trunk, arms, legs, and sometimes on other parts of the body. The bumps are often small, ranging from a pinhead to several millimeters in diameter. They are painless and usually do not cause discomfort or itching. They can increase in […] Read more » Age spots Angioma senilis Angioma senilis treatment Benign skin tumors Rare skin abnormalities Reddish-brown spots Senile angiomas Skin changes due to aging Skin changes in the elderly Skin damage from aging Skin growths skin nodules Skin spots due to aging Skin tumors in the elderly Skin warts Vascular abnormalities Vascular skin abnormalities
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Acne May 31, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Blackheads (open comedones) Pimples (closed comedones) Papules (red, inflamed bumps) Pustules (pus-filled pimples) Nodules (large, hard bumps under the skin) Cysts (fluid-filled bumps deeper in the skin) Causes Acne is caused by a combination of excessive sebum production, clogged pores, bacterial infections, and hormonal changes. Diagnosis Diagnosis is often made through visual inspection of […] Read more » acne Acne on the back Acne on the face Acne on the shoulders Acne scars Acne treatment Acne vulgaris blackheads Blocked pores comedones Hormonal acne Hormonal skin condition Inflammatory acne Oily skin Pimples Skin abnormality Skin rash Teenage pimples whiteheads zits
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Anal Fissure May 24, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Pain during and after bowel movements Visible blood on toilet paper or in the toilet bowl Itching or irritation around the anus Causes The cause of an anal fissure is usually due to passing hard or large stools. Genetic factors do not play a prominent role. Diagnosis The diagnosis is made through a physical […] Read more » Acute fissure ani Anal bleeding Anal condition Anal fissure Anal irritation Anal pain Anal tear Anal tear treatment Bleeding from the anus Chronic fissure ani Fissure ani Fissure ani treatment Painful anal fissure Skin damage around the anus tear in the anus
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Cutaneous Vasculitis (skin vasculitis) May 17, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The symptoms of cutaneous vasculitis vary depending on the severity and location of the blood vessel inflammation. Common symptoms include: Red or purple spots on the skin, usually on the legs Swelling and pain around the affected areas Itching or a burning sensation Blisters or skin ulcers in severe cases General malaise such as […] Read more » Autoimmune diseases Blood vessel inflammation Blood vessels skin corticosteroids Cutaneous vasculitis Purple spots Red spots skin Skin inflammation Skin ulcers Vasculitis of the skin
Skin diseases A – C Skin diseases A-Z Couperose May 17, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Redness on the face, especially on the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin. Visible small blood vessels (telangiectasia). Sensitive skin, sometimes with a burning sensation. Causes Genetic factors: Familial predisposition increases the risk. Age: More common in middle-aged and older individuals. Skin type: People with fair skin are more susceptible. Skin diseases: Rosacea can cause […] Read more » couperose Couperose treatment Enlarged blood vessels Facial problems from couperose Facial skin problems Facial wrinkles Redness due to skin irritation Redness in the face Redness of the skin rosacea Skin condition skin discoloration Skin disease Skin Irritation Small visible blood vessels Vessels in the face Visible blood vessels Visible blood vessels on the face