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2. List of skin conditions - Wikipedia

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   The skin weighs an average of four kilograms, covers an area of two square metres, and is made of three distinct layers: the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. [1] The two main types of human skin are: glabrous skin, the hairless skin on the palms and soles (also referred to as the "palmoplantar" surfaces), and hair-bearing skin. [3]

3. Vitiligo - Wikipedia

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   1% of people [4] Vitiligo (/ ˌvɪtɪˈlaɪɡoʊ /) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes patches of skin to lose pigment or color. [1] The cause of vitiligo is unknown, but it may be related to immune system changes, genetic factors, stress, or sun exposure. [5][6] Treatment options include topical medications, light therapy, surgery ...

4. Atopic dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as atopic eczema, is a long-term type of inflammation of the skin. [2] AD is also often called simply eczema but the same term is also used to refer to dermatitis, the larger group of skin conditions. [2][5] AD results in itchy, red, swollen, and cracked skin. [2] Clear fluid may come from the affected areas ...

5. Skin condition - Wikipedia

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   Skin condition. A skin condition, also known as cutaneous condition, is any medical condition that affects the integumentary system —the organ system that encloses the body and includes skin, nails, and related muscle and glands. [1] The major function of this system is as a barrier against the external environment. [2]

6. Seborrhoeic dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   Frequency. ~5% (adults), [4] ~10% (babies) [5] Cradle cap, which is seborrhoeic dermatitis of the infant scalp. Seborrhoeic dermatitis (also spelled seborrheic dermatitis in American English) is a long-term skin disorder. [4] Symptoms include flaky, scaly, greasy, and occasionally itchy and inflamed skin. [2][3] Areas of the skin rich in oil ...

7. Acne - Wikipedia

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   Acne (/ˈækni/ ACK-nee) also known as acne vulgaris, is a long-term skin condition that occurs when dead skin cells and oil from the skin clog hair follicles. [10] Typical features of the condition include blackheads or whiteheads, pimples, oily skin, and possible scarring.