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Round patch of hair loss on the scalp caused by alopecia areata

Skin ConditionsApril 3, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Alopecia Areata? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune skin condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles. Learn what it is, who it affects, and which treatments can help.

Inflammatory acne with papules and pustules across the forehead

Skin ConditionsMarch 12, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Acne? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions in the world. Learn what acne is, what causes it, who gets it and what treatment options are available.

Dry, red, inflamed patch of atopic eczema

Skin ConditionsMarch 12, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Eczema affects up to 20% of children and 3% of adults worldwide. Learn what atopic dermatitis is, what triggers it, and which treatment options can help.

Persistent facial redness and visible blood vessels typical of rosacea

Skin ConditionsMarch 13, 2026 • 5 min read

What is Rosacea? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition causing persistent facial redness, visible blood vessels and sometimes bumps. Learn what triggers it and what you can do.

Raised, pale wheals surrounded by redness, typical of urticaria

Skin ConditionsMarch 14, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Urticaria (Hives)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Urticaria affects up to 20% of people at some point in their lives. Learn what hives are, what triggers the raised itchy welts, and which treatments work.

Cluster of small blisters on the lip caused by herpes simplex virus

Skin ConditionsMarch 15, 2026 • 8 min read

What is Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is one of the most widespread viral infections in the world. Learn how HSV-1 and HSV-2 differ, what outbreaks look like, and which treatment options are available.

Clusters of blisters on one side of the neck and chest caused by shingles

Skin ConditionsMarch 16, 2026 • 8 min read

What is Shingles (Herpes Zoster)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Shingles affects about one in three people during their lifetime. Learn what shingles is, who is at risk, what the painful rash looks like, and which treatment works best.

Ring-shaped scaly patch with a raised border, typical of ringworm

Skin ConditionsMarch 17, 2026 • 7 min read

What is Ringworm (Tinea)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Ringworm is not a worm — it is a fungal infection. Learn about the different types of tinea infections, what causes them, and which treatment works.

Redness and scaling around the nose and in the beard area caused by seborrhoeic dermatitis

Skin ConditionsMarch 19, 2026 • 5 min read

What is Seborrhoeic Dermatitis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Seborrhoeic dermatitis is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting up to 5% of the population. Learn what it is, what causes it, and which treatments work.

Sharply defined white patches of depigmented skin caused by vitiligo

Skin ConditionsMarch 18, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Vitiligo? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin condition that causes white, depigmented patches on the skin. Learn what vitiligo is, why the immune system attacks pigment cells, and which treatments can help.

Skin ConditionsMarch 20, 2026 • 5 min read

What is Scabies? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Scabies is one of the most contagious skin conditions. Learn what scabies is, why it spreads so easily, what it looks like, and which treatments effectively eliminate the mites.

Illustration of a red, bumpy rash on the forearm caused by contact dermatitis

Skin ConditionsMarch 19, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Contact Dermatitis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Contact dermatitis occurs when the skin reacts to a substance it has touched. Learn about the two main types — irritant and allergic — and what you can do about it.

Reddish-violet, flat patches on the shins caused by lichen planus

Skin ConditionsMarch 21, 2026 • 8 min read

What is Lichen Planus? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Lichen planus is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition causing purple, flat-topped, itchy bumps. Learn what it is and which treatments can help relieve symptoms.

Small pearly bumps with a central dimple, typical of molluscum contagiosum

Skin ConditionsMarch 22, 2026 • 4 min read

What is Molluscum Contagiosum? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection that appears as small, pearly white bumps. Learn how it spreads, who gets it, and what treatment options are available.

Honey-coloured crusts on the chin caused by impetigo

Skin ConditionsMarch 23, 2026 • 7 min read

What is Impetigo? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Impetigo is one of the most common bacterial skin infections in children. Learn what impetigo is, what honey-crusted sores look like, and which treatment works.

Warm, spreading area of redness and swelling caused by cellulitis

Skin ConditionsMarch 24, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Cellulitis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Cellulitis is a serious bacterial skin infection that requires prompt treatment. Learn what cellulitis is, what it looks like, and why early diagnosis is crucial.

Red, scaly plaques across the back and arms, typical of psoriasis

Skin ConditionsApril 7, 2026 • 5 min read

What is Psoriasis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune skin disease affecting millions. Learn what it is, what causes it, and which treatments are available.

Micrograph of human papillomavirus, the cause of genital warts

Sexually Transmitted InfectionsApril 8, 2026 • 8 min read

What are Genital Warts (HPV)? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Genital warts (condylomata acuminata) are one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. Learn what they are, how HPV spreads, and what treatments are available.

Close-up of a skin lesion next to a measuring scale

Benign Skin GrowthsApril 11, 2026 • 8 min read

Regular Moles (Nevi): What You Need to Know

Learn about regular moles: what they are, the ABCDE rule, and when you should see a doctor.

A warty, stuck-on brown growth typical of seborrhoeic keratosis

Benign Skin GrowthsJune 26, 2026 • 6 min read

What is Seborrhoeic Keratosis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Seborrhoeic keratosis (senile warts) is a common, benign skin growth in older adults. Learn what it is, whether it is dangerous, and what treatment options exist.