Self-assessable Symptoms: Small raised lumps with a rough surface, sometimes with tiny black dots (clotted blood...
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Vasculitis (Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis)
Rare Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: Rash, blisters or hives; fever, muscle aches, weight loss, and joint pain...
Tinea infections
Common Very commonVery common skin infection.Contagious, spreads through direct contact.Requires medical diagnosis and...
Tinea Corporis (Ringworm)
Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: Circular or ring-shaped rash, scaly or dry skin, itching,...
Syphilis
Common in the UK and increasing Requires medical diagnosis and lab tests Symptoms: Painless...
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Third most Common form of skin cancer Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: hard scales, rough lump...
Spots and Rashes Caused by Viruses – Exanthem
Very Common: Viral exanthems are widespread, particularly among children Symptoms: Sudden...
Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
A common skin condition causing redness, flaking, and itching in oily areas like the scalp, face,...
Seborrheic Keratosis (Senile warts)
Very common with age, especially after 40; not contagious or cancerous. Benign skin growths that...
Fordyce spots
Common Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: Small painless bumps Color: Typically pale-red or...
Scabies
Affects all ages; particularly common in households, care homes, and schools. Symptoms: Intense...
Rosacea
Common Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: Facial flushing, persistent redness, visible small...
