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2. Skin tag - Wikipedia

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   Skin tags are thought to occur from skin rubbing against skin, since they are often found in skin creases and folds. [2] Studies have shown existence of low-risk human papillomaviruses 6 and 11 in skin tags, hinting at a possible role in their pathogenesis , [ 3 ] although a 2012 study found no association between skin tags and either low- or ...

3. Allergy - Wikipedia

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   Substances that come into contact with the skin, such as latex, are also common causes of allergic reactions, known as contact dermatitis or eczema. [28] Skin allergies frequently cause rashes, or swelling and inflammation within the skin, in what is known as a "weal and flare" reaction characteristic of hives and angioedema. [29]

4. Lichen simplex chronicus - Wikipedia

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   This is a skin disorder characterized by a self-perpetuating scratch-itch cycle: [4] It may begin with something that rubs, irritates, or scratches the skin, such as clothing. This causes the person to rub or scratch the affected area. Constant scratching causes the skin to thicken.

5. Phenylketonuria - Wikipedia

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   If left untreated (and often even in treatment), complications of PKU include severe intellectual disability, brain function abnormalities, microcephaly, mood disorders, irregular motor functioning, and behavioral problems such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, as well as physical symptoms such as a "musty" odor, eczema, and ...

6. 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.

7. Ultraviolet light therapy - Wikipedia

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   It consists of irradiation of the skin with the UVA ultraviolet light, from a fluorescent bulb or LED lamps. Tanning beds are used both in dermatology practices for the treatment of cosmetic skin conditions (such as psoriasis, acne, eczema and vitiligo) and in indoor tanning salons for cosmetic tanning.