Dermatitis: Contact Dermatitis, Allergic Dermatitis and Neurodermatitis

Dermatitis is a general term that describes an inflammation of the skin.

It usually involves an itchy rash on swollen, reddened skin. Skin affected by dermatitis may blister, ooze, develop a crust or flake off. Dermatitis can be caused by contact with any of a number of substances, such as poison ivy, soaps and jewelry with nickel in it.

Tinea(Ringworm): Tinea Capitis, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Manuum, Tinea Pedis and Beriberi

Tinea is a skin infection that is caused by fungi. Related skin fungus infections may appear: on the scalp, in the groin(jock itch), between the toes,in other places on the skin.

Tinea can spread easily. You can catch it if you come into direct contact with an area of ringworm on someone's body. You can also get it by touching items that have the fungi on them.

Chap: Chapped hands and feet

Skin is dry and cracked, it can be painful with peeling and bleeding,especially on the hands and feet.

Moisturize your hands and feet often to keep them smooth and soft. When the air is dry, place a humidifier in the area where you spend most of your time to prevent this from happening.

Eczema

Eczema refers to a inflammatory skin condition, characterized by dry skin with patches that are red and intensely itchy. These patches of eczemamay ooze, become scaly, crusted, or hardened.

Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and the condition can negativelyimpact quality of life.

Pityriasis: alba(Dry White Patches)

It mainly affects children and young adults characterized by round or ovalhypo-pigmented patches mostly on the face with very fine scales. It may be associated with mild itching.

Pityriasis Alba becomes worse in summer season; it becomes more prominent as the skin tans in the surrounding area due to sun exposure.

Pruritus of genital organs

Itchy skin and red rashes are main symptoms.

Avoid scratching, wearing irritating fabrics and high heat and humidity.