Tinea corporis is a fungal skin infection also known as ringworm of the body. The most common cause of ringworm is infection from person to person. The disease can also be transmitted from pets to humans, and then on to other people.
Kids Articles
Gianotti–Crosti Syndrome (Acrodermatitis)
Gianotti-Crosti syndrome is a skin condition that primarily affects children aged 6 months to 12 years. It is also known as “papular acrodermatitis of childhood” and “papulovesicular acrolated syndrome.”
Head Lice Infestation
If a child has an itch in the scalp, it can be a sign for possible infection with head lice. A lice infestation produces a small red rash that can sometimes be mistaken for eczema.
Molluscum contagiosum (Water warts)
Sometimes called water warts, molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection (poxvirus) with multiple small smooth wart-like lesions with a small pit in the middle.
Atopic Eczema
Atopic eczema can be caused by sensitivity to certain foods, such as dairy, eggs, or fish. Infants with food allergies often have hives in addition to eczema. Children may experience other atopic symptoms including asthma and abdominal discomfort.
Birthmarks
Birthmarks are spots on the skin caused by an accumulation of either small blood vessels (red marks) or pigmentation (brown spots). They can be seen from the time of birth, but they may also develop later.
Café-au-lait spots
Café-au-lait spots are smooth, often irregular, brown spots on the skin. Even though the spots are harmless themselves, they are usually the earliest sign for neurofibromatosis.
Granuloma Annulare
Granuloma annulare is characterized by skin-colored bumps or papules that form into symmetric ring-shaped patterns. This skin condition can be recurring or chronic.
