Understanding Skin Conditions

An autoimmune condition causing red, itchy scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp.

Also known as atopic dermatitis, eczema causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry, and cracked. It's often linked to allergies.

Commonly known as hives, this condition involves outbreaks of pale red bumps or plaques on the skin that appear suddenly.

A general term that describes an inflammation of the skin, usually involving an itchy rash on swollen, reddened skin.

Conditions like ringworm caused by fungi that live on the dead tissues of the hair, nails, and outer skin layers.

A skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, causing whiteheads, blackheads or pimples.