Peristomal varices are a recognised complication of stomas in the presence of portal hypertension. There has been a progression of treatment options described in the literature, including the ...

Scalp folliculitis is a skin condition characterized by irritation and swelling of the hair follicles on your scalp. Hair follicles are the areas of your skin that surround the roots of your hair ...

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Due to its location and appearance, erythrasma is often confused with fungal infections like athlete's foot or jock itch. Bacterial folliculitis is a relatively common infection of the hair follicles.

Nikki A. Levin, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA. Note: The author reported no actual or potential ...

In this article (Part II of II), the focus is on scarring alopecias (dissecting folliculitis, folliculitis decalvans, lichen planopilaris, lupus erythematosus) in regard to pathogenesis ...

Eyelash mites are tiny cigar-shaped bugs found in bunches at the base of your eyelashes. They’re normal and usually harmless, unless you have too many of them. Also known as demodex, each mite ...

Fungal infections due to humid conditions can lead to flaky, itchy scalp. Scalp Folliculitis * Bacterial or fungal infections can cause inflammation of the hair follicles. * Results in red, pus-filled ...

Butt acne is not true acne. Blemishes on the buttocks are typically caused by another skin condition such as folliculitis, keratosis pilaris, or boils. It is possible to have acne in the area around ...

Bumps on the scalp can be caused by other skin disorders such as folliculitis, scalp acne, or dandruff. They could also show up due to an allergic reaction to a product or skincare routine.

Common infections include: Tinea capitis (ringworm), a fungal infection that causes itchy, scaly patches Folliculitis, a bacterial infection of the hair follicles. It appears as small, red ...

Demodex mites are tiny eight-legged parasites that mostly live in hair follicles and oil glands on your face, neck, or chest. As alarming as this may sound, they’re generally harmless.