Skin tags (acrochordons)

Skin tags are small growths on your skin. Most are harmless and don't cause pain, but if one is bothering you, ask your doctor about removal.

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

People with Ehlers-Danlos have very loose joints and easily bruised or stretchy skin. Symptoms can be managed, but there is a higher risk of injury.

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Shingles — infographic

Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful blistering rash. This infographic provides you with information on the symptoms, treatments and vaccination.

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Pityriasis rosea

Pityriasis rosea is mild skin disorder that causes a pink, scaly inflamed skin rash. Learn more about its signs, symptoms and treatment.

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Blisters

A blister is a painful sore where fluid forms between top layers of skin. Learn more on how to treat blisters and when to see a doctor.

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Hives (urticaria)

Hives is a skin rash that may be triggered by an infection or allergy. Learn more about hives rash (urticaria) it’s causes, symptoms and treatment.

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Summer skin rashes

Summer rashes can be caused by things like sunlight, insects, sweating and overheating - especially if you have allergies or other pre-existing skin conditions.

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Heat rash

Heat rash is also called sweat rash and prickly heat. Heat rash is itchy, with small red spots. Learn more about how to treat heat rash.

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Itchy anus (pruritus ani)

Itchy anus, or pruritus ani is common and can be extremely intense and persistent. Read about causes, treatment and when to see a doctor.

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Jaundice in adults

Jaundice is yellowing of your skin and whites of your eyes. Find out about the causes and symptoms of jaundice, and how the cause can be diagnosed.

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Rashes

Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, scaley or pus filled. Read on to learn about the causes and management of various rashes.

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Itchy scalp

There are many different reasons why your head is itchy. Learn more about the causes and treatment options available for itchy scalp.

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Roseola infantum

Roseola infantum is a contagious viral infection. Symptoms include high fever and rash. Read more about roseola and when to seek urgent medical help.

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Yellow fever

Yellow fever is a disease that spreads through infected mosquitos in areas of Africa, Central or South America. Learn about the yellow fever vaccine.

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Dermatomyositis

Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disease, that causes muscle weakness, skin rashes and inflammation. Read about diagnosis and treatment.

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Itchy skin

Itchy skin, or pruritis, is a common irritation. It can be very frustrating. Understand different types of itchy skin and how to ease your discomfort.

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Zinc deficiency

Zinc deficiency is when the body does not have enough of the mineral zinc. Read more about zinc deficiency symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease that affects your joints. It usually occurs in people with psoriasis. Learn more about psoriatic arthritis here.

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Sepsis

Sepsis is a serious condition which can lead to septic shock, organ failure and even death if not diagnosed and treated early. Find out more here.

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