Skin Disorders

Early treatment is crucial for managing hidradenitis suppurativa. Sometimes, mild cases are managed well with a simple at-home skin cleaning regimen. Your doctor may prescribe medicine for moderate cases of hidradenitis suppurativa. These medicines,... Full Answer

There are several different surgical options for treating hidradenitis suppurativa. For immediate relief, the doctor may drain the pus and fluid from lesions in your skin, or remove the lesions completely. Another type of surgery involves cutting out the... Full Answer

Once you notice a heat rash, get your child out of the sun and into a cool, shady spot or air-conditioned room. Unbundle or remove any excess clothing from your child. You can give your child a cool bath to relieve some of the discomfort, but be sure to... Full Answer

Don't overdress your child. When it's hot and humid, allow your child to wear light clothing that will keep him or her dry and cool while preventing sweat ducts from becoming clogged. Also, avoid heavy creams, powders and lotions because they can clog... Full Answer

The rash usually consists of groupings of small red or pink bumps. Sometimes you might find scaly clusters of water-filled blisters or red patches. The rash tends to develop on areas of skin that are covered by clothing, and the fabric can continue to... Full Answer

Typically, heat rash is the result of over dressing or over bundling your child. The excessive covering causes the child to overheat and his or her sweat ducts become clogged. The skin becomes irritated and the rash appears. Full Answer

Blood blisters are caused by some blood under the skin that has been pinched together. This is  a link for a segment from Dr. OZ TV show to view that was aired recently about blisters. Hope this will help!... Full Answer

A good daily skin care regimen can help improve dry skin. Use a mild, moisturizing cleanser when you wash, to help replenish moisture and keep skin from drying further. Use lukewarm, not hot, water when you shower. Apply a moisturizing lotion or cream 3... Full Answer

An abscess is a trapped pocket of fluid under the skin. A boil is a painful bump that forms under the skin. They both contain pus and germs and may need to be drained.  Draining allows the pus to come out, which helps the area to heal faster... Full Answer

Lichen planus is a common skin problem. It produces patches of bumpy, rough skin. The bumps may be reddish or dark and may appear in more than one part of the body. Lichen planus can also affect the mouth, where it causes white patches, swelling,... Full Answer