Medical Dermatology

Acne (Vulgaris, Cystic, Hormonal) Symptoms Acne presents as whiteheads, blackheads, open or closed comedones, papules, pustules, cysts, or nodules on the face, chest, back, or shoulders. Lesions may be tender,

Actinic Keratosis (AK) Symptoms Actinic keratoses present as rough, scaly patches on sun-exposed areas like the face, scalp, arms, or hands. They are often pink, red, or skin-colored and may

Alopecia Areata Symptoms Alopecia areata causes sudden, well‑circumscribed patches of hair loss on the scalp, beard, or other hair‑bearing areas. Skin within patches appears smooth and normal. Exclamation‑point hairs—short broken

Androgenetic Alopecia Symptoms Male‑pattern baldness presents with bitemporal recession and vertex thinning, while female‑pattern shows diffuse crown thinning with preserved frontal hairline. Hair miniaturization leads to shorter, finer strands. Scalp

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) Symptoms Basal cell carcinoma often appears as a pearly or flesh-colored bump, commonly on sun-exposed areas like the face, ears, or neck. It may also present

Candidiasis Symptoms Cutaneous candidiasis causes red, moist, and macerated plaques with satellite pustules in skin folds such as the groin, beneath breasts, or between toes. Oral thrush presents as white,

Cellulitis Symptoms Cellulitis presents as a rapidly spreading area of redness, warmth, swelling, and pain, often on the lower legs. Skin may appear shiny and feel tight. Fever, chills, and

Cherry Angiomas Symptoms Cherry angiomas are small, bright red to purple spots or bumps that typically appear on the trunk, arms, and shoulders. They can be flat or slightly raised

Contact Dermatitis (Allergic & Irritant) Symptoms Contact dermatitis manifests as red, itchy, and sometimes blistering patches confined to areas exposed to an offending substance. Allergic reactions can appear 12‑48 hours