A 66-year-old man was referred to our dermatology clinic for a 6-year history of a progressive pruritic rash, refractory to ...
A circular rash isn't always ringworm. While the bullseye circle rash is typical of ringworm, a fungal infection, the cause also can be an allergic reaction, skin disorder, or other type of skin ...
Poison oak rash is an allergic reaction to the leaves or stems of the western poison oak plant (Toxicodendron diversilobum). Home remedies and medical treatments can help manage symptoms.
Lyme disease often causes a rash that can be distinctive and resemble a bull’s eye. The rash can also change over time as the bacteria spread. Lyme disease can result from the bite of a black ...
Armpit rashes often develop due to allergic reactions, infections, and chronic conditions. Rashes are common under the arms because the skinfold creates a warm, moist environment. Additionally, the ...
Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, discusses available treatment options for patients with pruritus, plus factors to consider when choosing the treatment option In a dvm360 interview, discusses one of her ...
Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body, including the skin. Once it reaches the skin, TB can cause a variety of lesions ...
Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, reminds Fetch Charlotte 2025 attendees to maintain a strong foundation when it comes to diagnosing itchy pets Editors note: Quotes have been lightly edited for brevity and ...
COMMON SKIN CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY: 1. Hyperpigmentation and Melasma: Hyperpigmentation is the most prevalent skin problem of pregnancy, and it manifests typically as melasma or the 'mask of ...
Measles, a highly contagious virus primarily affecting children, has been surging across Texas, with cases reported in New Jersey and in New York City in recent days. The once-eradicated disease ...
PUPPP stands for pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. Also known as polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP), it is one of the most common types of rash you can get during pregnancy.