Dermatology A Conditions
Created to help people recognize the warning signs of melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer. The ABCDs are:
A stands for Asymmetry, when one half of the mole doesn't match the other...
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, or hair bumps, is a condition that arises at the juncture of the scalp and the back of the neck (nape). Often seen in African American men, this problem can arise when hair,...
Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is not just a problem for teenagers; it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. It is not unusual for women, in particular, to develop acne in their mid- to...
A brown, irregularly-shaped macular lesion of the unexposed skin that undergoes progression to nodular melanoma. It is found in patients older than 60 years, is more common in Africans and Asians,...
Actinic cheilitis is a degenerative change of the lip and the lip border as a result of sun damage. This most commonly affects men over the age of 50 and those with fair complexions. It is caused is...
Actinic keratosis (also called solar keratosis, or AK) is a premalignant condition of thick, scaly, or crusty patches of skin. It is more common in fair-skinned people, especially those who are...
Also called "liver spots." Flat, brown areas usually found on the face, hands, and feet. They are associated with aging, but chronic sun exposure is a major cause. They are easily removed by a...
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the loss of the body's ability to fight infections due to the infection caused by a virus called Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Some patients...
Allergic contact dermatitis is caused by a reaction to substances called allergens that come into contact with your skin. In susceptible people, these contact allergens can cause itching, redness,...
