Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Drug Reaction March 3, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms • Skin rash, itching, or redness• Hives (urticaria)• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (angioedema)• Blistering or peeling skin• Fever or general malaise• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea• In severe cases: anaphylactic shock (life-threatening allergic reaction) Causes • Allergic reaction: The immune system overreacts to a drug […] Read more » Allergic reaction to drugs Drug reaction Drug reaction treatment Drug-induced skin inflammation Hypersensitivity reaction Itching from drugs Medication allergy Medication side effect Rash from medication Skin reaction to medication
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Folliculitis Barbae February 17, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Red or pink bumps around hair follicles Itching or a burning sensation Sensitive skin in the affected area Pus-filled blisters that may burst Causes Folliculitis can be caused by bacteria, yeast, fungi, viruses, or blockage of the hair follicles due to sweat or makeup. Genetic factors sometimes play a role, but often the cause […] Read more » Beard rash Folliculitis barbae Folliculitis treatment Inflamed hair follicles Ingrown hairs Itchy skin Pseudofolliculitis barbae Red bumps in beard area Shaving and skin irritation skin infection
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Genital herpes February 9, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Herpes causes blisters on the skin that can feel painful or burning. Symptoms typically appear on the lips, genital area, or anus but can also occur on other parts of the body. The blisters eventually dry up and form scabs. Causes Herpes spreads through direct contact with someone who has the virus. This can […] Read more » Blisters on genitals Contagious skin condition genital herpes Genital herpes treatment Herpes genitalis Itching and pain in genitals Recurrent herpes infection Sexually transmitted disease STD Viral Infection
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) January 31, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The symptoms of FFA (Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia) can vary but often include: Receding hairline, usually at the front and sides of the scalp. Visible reduction of eyebrow hair. Redness and scaling around the hair follicles at the edge of the hairline. Sometimes, itching or a burning sensation in the affected area. Causes The exact […] Read more » Autoimmune-related hair loss Chronic alopecia FFA fibrosing alopecia Fibrosis of the hairline Frontal baldness Frontal fibrosing alopecia Frontal fibrosing alopecia treatment Frontal hairline issues Hair growth disorder Hair loss due to inflammation Hair loss from fibrosis Hair loss in women Hairline baldness Hormonal alopecia permanent hair loss Rare hair condition Scalp condition
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Dyshidrotic Eczema January 31, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Symptoms of dyshidrotic eczema include: Small, deep blisters known as vesicles on the hands and feet. Severe itching that can worsen in warm weather or under stress. Red, cracked, or flaky skin around the blisters after they burst. Pain, especially when the blisters burst and expose the underlying skin. In severe cases, infections can […] Read more » blistering eczema dyshidrosis dyshidrotic eczema pompholyx vesicular hand eczema
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Diabetes and the skin January 31, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Bacterial infections: Red, swollen, painful areas on the skin. Boils, folliculitis, and infected nails are common. Fungal infections: Red, itchy rashes often with scaly patches. Frequently found between the toes and in skin folds. Diabetic dermopathy: Round or oval brownish spots on the skin, usually on the lower legs. Necrobiosis lipoidica: Thickened, red patches […] Read more » Bacterial infections Diabetes and skin Diabetic bullae Diabetic dermopathy Diabetic foot Dry skin Fungal infections Necrobiosis lipoidica Skin infections
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Grover’s Disease (transient acantholytic dermatosis) January 30, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The main symptoms of Grover’s disease include: Red, itchy bumps or blisters, especially on the chest, back, and sometimes the neck. Itching, which can range from mild to very intense. Dry, flaky skin around the bumps. Symptoms can come and go, and in many cases, Grover’s disease is temporary, improving over several months. Causes […] Read more » Grover's disease Grover's rash papular acantholytic dermatosis persistent acantholytic dermatosis transient acantholytic dermatosis
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra January 22, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Symptoms of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra include small, dark raised spots or moles that typically appear on the face and neck. These are usually asymptomatic and cause no pain or itching. Causes The cause of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra is unknown. Some experts believe the lesions develop from hair follicles and sebaceous glands. However, there is […] Read more » African skin condition Benign skin conditions Black papules Black skin abnormalities Black skin condition Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra Dermatosis papulosa nigra treatment DPN Genetic skin condition Papules on the skin Pigmentation spots Skin changes in dark skin Skin growths skin nodules Skin tumors Skin warts
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Dermal nevus January 21, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Moles appear as brown or black spots, usually flat, but sometimes raised, dome-shaped, or bumpy. They can vary in size, shape, and color, but typically have a regular shape and pigmentation. Unstable moles often have an irregular shape and various colors, such as brown, black, and sometimes reddish tints. Suspicious moles may grow larger, […] Read more » Benign mole Benign skin condition Benign skin growth Dermal naevus Mole Moles Naevus on the skin Naevus treatment Pigment spot Raised skin spot Skin abnormality Skin changes Skin growth Skin lump Skin naevus Skin tumor Skin wart
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Erythromelanosis interfollicularis colli January 21, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment What is Erythromelanosis interfollicularis? Erythromelanosis (synonym: poikiloderma of Civatte) is a reddish-brown discoloration on both sides of the neck. It typically occurs after the age of 30. The discoloration can extend to the chest and cheeks. Only individuals with fair skin are affected. What is the cause? Poikiloderma is caused by sun exposure. The skin […] Read more » Erythromelanosis interfollicularis colli poikiloderma of civatte
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Dry Skin January 17, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Flaky skin Itching Red spots Cracks or fissures Causes Reduction in skin fats Frequent exposure to water and soap Cold, dry air or central heating Habits like frequent handwashing Genetic conditions like atopic eczema Diagnosis A doctor can diagnose dry skin by examining the skin and asking about symptoms, habits, and environmental factors. Treatment […] Read more » Cracked skin Dry feet Dry hands Dry skin Dry skin from cold Dry skin from the sun Dull skin Flaky skin Itchy skin Skin condition due to dryness Skin damage from dryness Skin dehydration Skin Irritation Skin problems from dehydration Skin with a tight feeling Skincare for dry skin Treatment for dry skin xerosis
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases D – G Granuloma Annulare May 30, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Granuloma annulare causes small, firm bumps that form ring-shaped patterns. The bumps are usually smooth, red-brown, or purple, and cause no pain or itching. They often appear on the back of the hands and feet, forearms, elbows, or lower legs. Causes The exact cause of granuloma annulare is unknown, but it may be related […] Read more » annular granuloma Granuloma annulare inflammatory skin disorder ring-shaped granuloma ring-shaped skin condition