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Skin Conditions

The terms "skin condition" and "skin disorder" are used interchangeably to describe various skin problems, from small red bumps on the skin to widespread rashes. Some skin conditions can be unsightly but harmless, while others may be contagious. Many skin conditions are also itchy or painful.

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Fitness Influencer Whitney Simmons Just Shared Candid Photos of Her Plaque Psoriasis Flare

Fitness Influencer Whitney Simmons Just Shared Candid Photos of Her Plaque Psoriasis Flare
"I stopped letting my skin define me," she wrote on Instagram.
The 10 Best Anti-Itch Creams for Serious Relief, According to Dermatologists

The 10 Best Anti-Itch Creams, According to Dermatologists
Bug bites, dry skin, and sunburn are no match for these soothing formulas.
8 Types of Rashes That Can Be a Sign of COVID-19

8 Types of Rashes That Can Be a Sign of COVID-19
One study found that a rash was the only symptom of COVID for 21% of patients.
Saddle Sores and Chafing Are a Pain for Anyone Who Cycles—Here’s How to Treat and Prevent These Skin Issues

Saddle Sores and Chafing Are a Pain for Anyone Who Cycles—Here’s How to Treat and Prevent These Skin Issues
Your (super sensitive) skin down there will thank you.
Demi Lovato Put Her Stretch Marks on Full Display and Shared an Eating Disorder Update

Demi Lovato Put Her Stretch Marks on Full Display and Shared an Eating Disorder Update
"My stretch marks aren't going away so might as well throw a lil glitter on 'em."
People Are Putting Adhesive Bandages on Acne to Get Rid of Zits—But Does This Work? Here's What a Doctor Says

People Are Putting Adhesive Bandages on Acne to Get Rid of Zits—But Does This Work? Here's What a Doctor Says
We asked a dermatologist if this viral TikTok beauty trick is legit.
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This Fashion Influencer Found Purpose In Her Scars After Burning Her Face, Arms, and Leg in a Tragic Childhood Accident

This Fashion Influencer Found Purpose In Her Scars After a Tragic Accident
Her appearance, scars and all, are part of her style story.
10 Tricks for Getting Rid of Dry Skin, According to Dermatologists

How to Get Rid of Dry Skin This Winter, According to Dermatologists
Here are their top 10 tips for keeping your skin soft and smooth—even while you're washing your hands all the time.
Windburn Can Actually Really Damage Your Skin—Here’s What to Know

What Is Windburn? Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention Techniques, According to Dermatologists
This Makeup Artist With Chronic Eczema Doesn’t Hide Her Flare-Ups—She Makes Them Stand Out

This Makeup Artist With Chronic Eczema Doesn’t Hide Her Flare-Ups—She Makes Them Stand Out
LeAnn Rimes Shares Photos Showing Her Psoriasis–Here's What to Know About This Chronic Skin Condition

LeAnn Rimes Shares Photos Showing Her Psoriasis–Here's What to Know About This Chronic Skin Condition
This Woman Ended Up With an Abscess on Her Butt Thanks to Her Too-Tight Thong—But What Is That, Exactly?

This Woman Ended Up With an Abscess on Her Butt Thanks to Her Too-Tight Thong—But What Is That, Exactly?

What Is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome? This Rare Disorder Can Make Skin Fall Off at the Touch

Meet two women who live with this rare condition, plus what doctors know about it.

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If Your Backyard Has These, Watch Out for Ant Bites

Everything You Need to Know About Ant Bites, According to Experts
What Are Chigger Bites? We Asked a Dermatologist What You Need to Know

What Are Chigger Bites? We Asked a Dermatologist What You Need to Know
Skin Bias in Dermatology is Endangering BIPOC—This Medical Student Wants To Change It

Skin Bias in Dermatology is Endangering BIPOC—This Medical Student Wants To Change It
Ashley Graham Embraces Her Stretch Marks in Swimsuits for All Shoot: 'This Is My New Mom Bod'

Ashley Graham Embraces Her Stretch Marks in Swimsuits for All Shoot: 'This Is My New Mom Bod'
Cellulite: What It Is, Why It's Normal, and How to Treat It if You Choose To

Cellulite: What It Is, Why It's Normal, and How to Treat It if You Choose To
‘Piercing Rejection’ Is a Real Thing, and Cardi B Just Shared a Video of It Happening to Her Chest Jewelry

‘Piercing Rejection’ Is a Real Thing, and Cardi B Just Shared a Video of It Happening to Her Chest Jewelry
How Long Does a Sunburn Last—and Is There Any Way to Make It Heal Faster?

How Long Does a Sunburn Last—and Is There Any Way to Make It Heal Faster?
Chrissy Teigen Reveals Brutal Sunburn in Topless Mirror Selfie After Breast Implant Removal Surgery

Chrissy Teigen Reveals Brutal Sunburn in Topless Mirror Selfie After Breast Implant Removal Surgery
Sunscreen vs. Sunblock: What's the Difference, and Which One Is Better?

Sunscreen vs. Sunblock: What's the Difference, and Which One Is Better?
Sunburned Lips: The Best Ways to Soothe and Heal Them, According to Dermatologists

Sunburned Lips: The Best Ways to Soothe and Heal Them, According to Dermatologists
Heat Rash Treatments You Should Know About, According to Dermatologists

Heat Rash Treatments You Should Know About, According to Dermatologists
Your Rash Might Be Caused By Stress—Here’s How to Tell

What Is a Stress Rash, and How Can You Treat One?
'Maskne' Is Now a Thing: Here's What to Do If Your Face Mask is Making You Break Out

'Maskne' Is a Real Thing—Here's How to Stop Face Mask Breakouts
I Finally Had My Trichotillomania Under Control—Then the Pandemic Hit

I Finally Had My Trichotillomania Under Control Before the Pandemic—But Now I'm Struggling in Quarantine
The Stress of Quarantine Is Triggering Psoriasis Flare-Ups. Here's What Derms Recommend

The Stress of Quarantine Is Triggering Psoriasis Flare-Ups. Here's What Derms Recommend
Does Coronavirus Cause a Rash? What You Need to Know

Does Coronavirus Cause a Rash? What You Need to Know
This 26-Year-Old's Itchy Skin Turned Out to Be a Symptom of Hodgkin's Lymphoma

This 26-Year-Old's Itchy Skin Turned Out to Be a Symptom of Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Graphic TikTok Video Shows How an 18-Year-Old Almost Got Her Fingertip Amputated After A Nail-Biting Infection

This 18-Year-Old Girl's Nail-Biting Infection Almost Led to the Amputation of Her Fingertip
11 Surprising Causes of Acne Breakouts

11 Surprising Causes of Acne Breakouts
The Crazy Thing That Happens When You Stop Showering

The Crazy Thing That Happens When You Stop Showering
Mom of 4 Who Is Covered in Thousands of Tumors Says 'Every Day is a Battle'

Mom of 4 Who Is Covered in Thousands of Tumors Says 'Every Day is a Battle'
This Popular Skincare Brand Just Pulled a Face Mask From Shelves After Women Say it Caused 'Chemical Burns'

'Yes To' Removes Popular Unicorn Face Mask From Stores After Women Say it Burned Their Skin
This Woman Has ‘Literal Pubic Hair’ Growing on Her Face After Doctors Used Skin From Her Crotch to Fix a Dog Bite

‘Botched’ Patient Is Growing Pubic Hair on Her Face After Doctors Used Crotch Skin to Fix Dog Bite
Texas Baby Born Without Skin Celebrates First Birthday on New Year’s Day

Texas Baby Born Without Skin Celebrates First Birthday on New Year’s Day
This Man Had a 5-Inch ‘Dragon Horn’ Growing Out of His Back After Ignoring Skin Cancer for 3 Years

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Causes Man to Grow 5-Inch ‘Dragon Horn’ on His Back
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