Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases S – Z Xanthelasmata January 23, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment What is it? Xanthelasmata are yellowish spots on the upper and lower eyelids. They are small fat deposits in the skin at these locations. The exact cause is unknown. Although they are often associated with high cholesterol levels, this is usually not the case. What does it look like? Xanthelasmata appear as yellow, sharply defined, […] Read more » Benign skin tumors Eyelid condition Fat deposits on the skin Fat deposits under the skin High cholesterol Skin abnormalities Skin change due to cholesterol Skin changes around the eyes skin nodules Soft skin nodules Xanthelasma Xanthelasma treatment Xanthoma Xanthomatosis Yellow lesions Yellow nodules on the eyelid Yellow skin spots
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 – 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 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-Z Skin diseases H – K Keratosis Pilaris May 31, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Small bumps: Usually on the upper arms, sometimes also on thighs, cheeks, or buttocks. Roughness: The skin may feel rough, similar to sandpaper. Itching: The skin may sometimes be itchy or irritated. Dryness: Especially in the winter months, the skin may feel drier and rougher. Causes Genetic factors: Keratosis pilaris is often hereditary. Keratin […] Read more » Bumps on legs Bumps on upper arms Chicken skin Follicular hardening Follicular keratosis Horny skin Itchy bumps Keratosis pilaris Keratosis pilaris treatment Red bumps on skin Rough skin Scaly Skin Skin condition on arms skin nodules Skin thickening Small bumps on the skin
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases P – R Prurigo Nodularis May 16, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Itchy skin nodules: Round, hard, and can vary in size. Redness and swelling: Around the nodules. Scarring and pigmentation change: After the nodules heal, scars or dark spots may remain on the skin. Chronic itch: This can lead to further skin damage due to scratching. Causes Immune system responses: Abnormal reactions that contribute to […] Read more » Chronic itching Dermatological condition Fibrous skin lesions Ingrown hairs from scratching Itching from scratching Itchy nodules Painful skin rash Prurigo nodularis Prurigo nodularis treatment Skin inflammation skin nodules Skincare for prurigo