Problem Skin
Friday, October 7th, 2011If you suffer from itchy, flaky skin or other skin condition, you know how uncomfortable and painful having problem skin can be. A cure may not be simple to find. Lifescript.com explores the most common skin conditions:
1. Acne – Acne is the presence of many pimples, bumps and/or cysts on and underneath the skin. Acne is caused by an overproduction of oil (also referred to as sebum), shedding of dead skin and bacteria buildup. Acne may be caused by environmental factors, genetics or hormones. Both teens and adults can get acne. There are topical medicines, cleansers, oral medication and skin treatments that can help to treat acne.
2. Dermititis – Dermititis is commonly known as dandruff of eczema, which is inflammation of the skin on the scalp or body. Contact dermatitis may be caused by an irritant such as laundry detergent, deoderant or perfume. To treat dermatisis, simply find the factor or factors that cause the irritation and remove them. Many detergents and deoderants are hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. To treat dandruff, look for a medicated shampoo that helps to soothe flakes.
3. Rosacea – This condition simply means the skin is inflamed resulting in redniess and bumps of the face. The cause is unknown and there is no known cure.
4. Keratosis – This appears as two conditions: actinic keratosis (AK) or sebrorrheic keratosis, red scaly patches on the face that are precancerous, or noncancerous brown patches.
5. Psoriasis – This is a chronic condition characterized by thick, scaly patches most often in the folds of elbows and knees, which affects about 1%-2% of the population.
For the full article about these common skin conditions, visit Lifescript.com, your online resource for women’s health information.
The information contained in this article is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor is it ever intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice or professional recommendations, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician(s) or other qualified healthcare provider(s).