The skin is the outermost tissue of the human body, and due to direct contact with the external environment, it is easily irritated, which leads to skin diseases. There are more than 1,000 known types of skin diseases, but most of them are rare, and there are actually just a few common skin diseases in daily life, so we will give you a specific introduction today.
Common types of skin diseases
1, seborrheic dermatitis
The first rash is red papules or patches that fuse with each other and are covered with greasy scales or yellow scabs. The eyebrows, nose, behind the ears see gray-white scales or yellow crust, the base flushed, the trunk position irregular yellow-red or light red patches, compounded by furfuraceous scales, serious development to the whole body and become erythrodermatitis, sometimes due to scratching, secondary infection folliculitis, boils, lymphadenitis.
2、Eczema
It is caused by a variety of internal and external factors, internal factors such as mental stress, menstrual disorders, gastrointestinal dysfunction, genetic factors, etc., external factors such as pollen, dust mites, sunlight, animal fur, cosmetics, fish and shrimp, beef and mutton and other foods. Eczema often occurs symmetrically, most commonly on the head and face, behind the ears, forearms, lower legs, hands and feet, and anus. The most striking feature of eczema is that it is extremely itchy. In the acute phase, in addition to a rash, the surface of the lesion also flows, crusts and peels. In the chronic period, the skin often becomes very thick and rough.
3、Hives
In addition to skin symptoms, some people also have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, breathlessness, panic attacks, and even hypotensive shock, so do not be careless when you have hives, and go to the hospital in time.
4、Common acne
Acne vulgaris occurs on the forehead, cheeks, back of the chest, and shoulders. Initially, it is a corn-sized follicular papule, and over time the top forms a horniness, which then develops into pustules, nodules, and infection with pain.
How to prevent skin disease
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water.
- Avoid sharing eating utensils and drinking glasses with other people.
- Avoid direct contact with the skin of other infected people.
- Do not share personal items, such as blankets, hair brushes or bathing suits.
When a skin disease occurs be sure to seek medical help in a timely manner, do not think it is just a minor illness and leave it alone, otherwise it may cause the condition to worsen and make it more difficult to cure.
