Median nail dystrophy is a split in the midline of the nail starting at the cuticle. The condition usually affects the thumb. It results from a temporary defect that interferes with nail formation.
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Verruca Vulgaris (Common Warts)
Verruca vulgaris (common warts) is a benign growth caused by viral infection. Warts are very common among children of school age, but anyone can be infected. They are contagious through skin contact and by damp towels or wet floors in showers and changing rooms.
Skin Boils
Skin abscesses are collections of pus in the skin and are caused by a response from your body’s defenses. It is triggered when your immune system tries to kill germs that get under the skin or in the oil glands.
Strawberry marks (Hemangioma)
Hemangiomas can develop during the child’s first few weeks to clear red, raised skin lesions. Nearly 5% of children have hemangioma, and they are common in premature babies. Hemangioma is completely harmless, unless the lesions obscure the child’s vision and in that case need to be treated.
Tinea Corporis (Ringworm)
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.
Ulcer
An ulcer is a skin sore that appears red and is filled with pus upon infection. It can be triggered by excessive heat or cold, skin irritation, or problems with blood circulation.
Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are a normal part of the rectal area: they are the veins that encompass the mucus membranes in this region. The condition that we call “hemorrhoids” is very common but harmless.
Lentigo Solaris (Liver Spots)
Lentigo solaris, or liver spots, are brown pigmented spots on the skin caused by natural or artificial ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Keloid (Hypertrophic Scar)
A keloid is a scar caused by the overgrowth of tissue from skin injuries such as burns, scratches, insect bites, or body piercings.
Lyme disease
Lyme disease is a very dangerous bacterial infection, most commonly transmitted through tick bites. The ticks that transmit Lyme disease can occasionally transmit other tick-borne diseases as well.
Lichen Spinulosus
Lichen spinulosus is a benign skin condition that is marked by patches of small rough bumps. The cause is unknown, but lichen spinulosus may be triggered by infection, genetics, or allergies.
Fungal infections
Candida albicans is a yeast that many people normally carry without having any discomfort. However, if the immune system deteriorates, the fungus can proliferate and cause problems, such as rashes.
