Periorificial dermatitis is a common facial skin problem characterised by groups of itchy or tender small red papules. The area around the eyes, nose, and mouth are most commonly affected, however …

Periocular dermatitis is characterised by small, red, scaly papules and pustules around the eye and eyelid. Treatment may involve both general and specific measures using topical and/or oral therapy.

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Demodicosis is caused by two species of follicular mites, Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis, which are normal inhabitants of human skin. Although the mites are ubiquitous on sebaceous -rich …

May 23, 2018 · What is chronic urticaria? Chronic urticaria is the daily or episodic occurrence of weals, angioedema, or both, for 6 weeks or more. Chronic urticaria can persist for 1–5 years, sometimes …

Dec 28, 2016 · Demodex folliculorum The skin condition known as demodex folliculorum is also known as pityriasis folliculorum or spinulate demodicosis. It is a form of digitate keratosis, with slight …

Sep 7, 2024 · Folliculitis keloidalis, also called folliculitis keloidalis nuchae (FKN), is a chronic scarring folliculitis of the occipital scalp. It mostly affects men of African-Caribbean descent with black curly …

Yeasts (Malassezia species) Mites (Demodex folliculorum) What is the treatment for scalp folliculitis? The scalp affected by folliculitis should be washed with a mild normal shampoo as often as desired. …

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Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis or tinea unguium) make up the majority of all nail disease (over 50%). Treatment may involve topical or oral antifungal treatment.