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-Z Skin diseases S – Z Stucco Keratoses January 31, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms The main characteristics of stucco keratoses include: Small, rough bumps that are slightly elevated. Usually skin-colored or whitish. Primarily located on the lower legs, ankles, and sometimes the hands. Generally no pain or itching unless irritated by friction or pressure. Causes The exact cause of stucco keratoses is unknown, but several factors may play […] Read more » Age spots Benign skin tumor Hard skin lesion Keratinizing skin lesion Scaly skin nodules skin aging Skin keratoses Skin thickening stucco keratosis Stucco keratosis treatment Sun-induced skin condition White to gray skin nodules
Skin diseases A-Z Skin diseases H – K Keratoacanthoma January 17, 2025 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms A round, flesh-colored or red tumor develops within weeks. It can grow several centimeters and has a central keratin plug. It does not cause pain, itching, or bleeding. The tumor shrinks and disappears on its own within months, often leaving a scar. Causes A keratoacanthoma arises from hair follicle cells. Sun exposure likely plays […] Read more » Benign skin condition Benign skin tumor Increased skin growth Keratin plug in the center of the tumor Keratoacanthoma Keratoacanthoma treatment Rapid skin growth skin cancer Skin cancer-like growth Skin thickening Skin tumor Squamous cell carcinoma-like growth Tumor on the skin Tumor removal Tumor with keratin plug Wart-like skin lesion
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-Z Skin diseases S – Z Skin Fibroma September 2, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Soft, skin-colored growths that sometimes have a stalk. Often found in areas where the skin rubs against itself, such as the neck, armpits, or groin. Causes The exact cause of skin fibromas is unknown, but friction may play a role. Genetic factors may also contribute. Diagnosis Diagnosis is often made by a doctor or […] Read more » Benign skin tumor Connective tissue tumor Dermal fibroma Dermal tumor Fibroid skin lesion Fibroma Fibrous skin growth Fibrous skin lumps Skin change skin fibroma Skin fibroma treatment Skin nodule Skin thickening Skin tumor
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 L – O Lichen Simplex (Neurodermatitis) March 1, 2024 / August 12, 2026 by Dick van Gerwen | Leave a Comment Symptoms Neurodermatitis, also known as lichen simplex, is a skin condition characterized by chronically itchy, inflamed patches of skin with skin thickening. This condition is not contagious. Preferred sites include lower legs, ankles, and forearms. The patches are maintained by constant scratching and/or rubbing due to the itch. Other symptoms include: Persistent itching. Skin thickening […] Read more » Atopic Eczema Chronic itching Dry skin Eczema from scratching Itchy skin Lichen Simplex Lichen Simplex treatment Neurodermatitis Neurodermatitis treatment Skin Irritation Skin rash Skin thickening Skincare for neurodermatitis