There are tens of face skin diseases and conditions that can affect other parts of the body. These can range from mild and temporary to severe and chronic.
Some of the most common skin conditions that affect the face, along with their treatments, include:
Acne: This common skin condition occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. Acne can be treated using over-the-counter or prescription topical medications or oral medications such as antibiotics or hormonal treatments.
Acne. Photo/courtesy
Rosacea: This chronic skin condition causes redness, flushing, and bumps on the face. It is often treated with topical or oral medications.
Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. Psoriasis is usually treated with topical medications, such as corticosteroids or coal tar, or light therapy, such as phototherapy or laser therapy.
Dermatitis: Dermatitis is a general term that refers to any skin condition that causes redness, itching, and inflammation. Types of dermatitis include: contact dermatitis (caused by contact with an irritant or allergen), atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema), and seborrheic dermatitis (a type of skin irritation that affects the scalp and face). Dermatitis treatment in most cases involves topical medications and lifestyle changes, such as avoiding triggers and using non-irritating skin care products.
It’s important to consult with a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment of any skin condition. They can help determine the cause of the skin problem and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Here are a few more common face skin diseases:
Hives: Hives are raised, red, itchy bumps that can occur on any part of the body, including the face. Hives are usually caused by an allergic reaction, for example when someone takes honey, and can be treated with antihistamines or other medications. It is also important to avoid triggers such as certain foods or medications.
Vitiligo: Individuals suffering from vitiligo lose pigment in the skin, a condition caused by destruction of the cells that give skin its colour. In focal vitiligo, loss of skin color happens in only a few small areas, which may merge together.
In the same vein, segmental pattern vitiligo causes depigmentation on one side of the body.
Eczema: Eczema causes red, itchy, and inflamed skin. It is usually treated with over-the-counter or prescription topical medications, such as corticosteroids or antihistamines. Lifestyle changes also come in handy and may include avoiding triggers and using non-irritating skin care products.
Cold sores: Cold sores are small, painful blisters that appear on the lips or around the mouth. They are also known as fever blisters. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus and can be treated with antiviral medications and/or topical creams or ointments.
Warts: Warts are small, raised growths on the skin caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts can appear on any part of the body, including the face, and can be treated with topical medications, such as salicylic acid, and/or cryotherapy (freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen).
Moles: These are small, pigmented growths on the skin that can appear on the face or any part of the body. Most moles are harmless. However, it’s important to have them checked by a healthcare professional, given some develop into melanoma, a type of skin cancer.
Skin cancer: Skin cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cells of the skin. Skin cancer can occur on any part of the body, including the face, and can be treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of these treatments.
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Always remember to keep an eye on any changes on your skin and consult with a health professional if you notice any unusual or persistent skin conditions.
Keep in mind that early detection and treatment of skin conditions is key to managing them effectively.
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