Introduction Pityriasis veriscolor is a type of fungal skin infection. It is typically very superficial, and is caused by the Malassezia group of fungus. It is often asymptomatic, except for a flaky…
Introduction Psoriasis is a a common chronic inflammatory skin condition, characterised by raised, red, itchy, scaly plaques on the skin. With treatment, it often follows a relapsing and remitting course,…
Type of Rash Appearance Associated Conditions Maculopapular Macules – flat erythematous areas of skin Papules – raised erythematous areas of skin Both will blanch under pressure Measles Rubella (only macules)…
Introduction Rosacea is a common facial rash, of unknown aetiology. It is typically chronic and persistent. It causes sterile inflammatory papules, pustule and nodes and it may sometimes be mistaken…
Introduction Scabies (aka “The Itch”) is a common parasitic skin disorder caused by the arachnid (mite) sarcotopes scabei. It is a very common disorder, and its morbidity is probably underrated. It…
Introduction Seborrheic dermatitis, also sometimes called seborrheic eczema, is a common, chronic skin disorder, that typically affects the face, scalp and trunk. Some define it as a subtype of eczema.…
Overview Shingles is a usually temporary, self-limiting illness characterised by a painful rash which is caused by the herpes zoster (aka varicella zoster) virus - more specifically human herpesvirus-3 - (HHV-3). Primary infection…
Introduction Skin cancer is the most common malignancy – and the incidence is increasing rapidly In the last 10 years, the incidence in the UK has doubled Mainly seen on…
Introduction Skin ulcers are a common presentation to general practice - affecting 2-3 patients per 1000 per year, and can have several important causes: Venous ulcers Due to venous blood…
Introduction Tinea refers to a specific type of fungal infection, caused by dermatophyte fungus. Fungal infections are often divided into 3 different types: Tinea Caused by dermatophyte fungus Candida Caused by the…