Unexplained Bruising On Legs
What are Bruises? A fall or bump may cause blood vessels to rupture under the skin which often leads to the development of bruises. It usually occurs because the …
Category: Skin, Hair and Nails
Hand Fungus
What is Hand Fungus? Hand Fungus, medically known as Tinea Manuum is a skin condition caused by certain species of fungi called Dermatophytes. Dermatophytes have Keratinases, a unique enzyme …
Dark Eyelids
Dark Eyelids – What is it? The human eyelid is made up of thin skin and acts as a protection for the eyes. Dark eyelids or medically termed Periorbital …
Roseola Rash
What is Roseola? A mild viral infection due to human herpesvirus 6 or human herpesvirus 7 is known as roseola. It mostly occurs in children between the ages of …
Panniculitis
What is Panniculitis? A layer of fat found under the skin is called the subcutaneous fat layer or panniculus. The layer consists of lobules (groups of fat cells) that …
HIV Rash
What is HIV Rash? AIDS or Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome is caused by the HIV (Human Immuno Deficiency). It is a condition where the virus enters the human body …
Amoxicillin Rash
What is an amoxicillin rash? Amoxicillin rash is a side effect of the drug known as amoxicillin. This drug happens to be a part of the penicillin family and …
Inner Thigh Rash
What is Inner Thigh Rash? Skin rashes between the legs and close to the groin are known as inner thigh rashes. They include the formation of red bumps, inflammation …
Skin Turgor Test
What is Skin Turgor? The term turgor has a Latin origin. Turgor means the normal fullness state. Skin turgor is associated with elasticity or skin tension that occurs when …
Rash on Buttocks
What is Rash on Buttocks ? The skin is considered as the largest organ of our body and there are a number of eruptions and rashes that are seen on …