Category: Skin Conditions
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Topical Ketoconazole – FAQs
Disclaimer: This information is intended for general education only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is topical ketoconazole? Topical ketoconazole is an antifungal medication applied directly to the skin or scalp. Unlike oral medications, it targets the infection at its source. It is available as creams, gels, lotions,…
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Dandruff – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is dandruff? Dandruff is a common scalp condition that causes flaking of the skin on the scalp, often accompanied by itching. It is usually not serious but can be persistent and sometimes socially…
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Cellulitis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is cellulitis? Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissues, causing redness, swelling, warmth, and pain. It commonly affects the lower legs but can occur anywhere on the body. 2.…
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Boil (Furuncle) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is a boil? A boil, also called a furuncle, is a painful, red, pus-filled lump that develops in a hair follicle or oil gland. It often starts as a tender area and gradually…
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Folliculitis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is folliculitis? Folliculitis is an inflammation or infection of hair follicles, causing small red bumps or pustules on the skin. It commonly occurs on areas exposed to friction, shaving, or sweating. 2. What…
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Ingrown Toenail – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge or corner of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. It most commonly affects the…
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Onychomycosis (Fungal Nail Infection) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is onychomycosis? Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails, most commonly affecting toenails. It causes thickened, discolored, brittle, or crumbly nails. 2. What causes onychomycosis? It is caused by dermatophytes, yeasts, or…
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Molluscum Contagiosum – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is molluscum contagiosum? Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection that causes small, firm, raised bumps with a central dimple. The bumps can appear anywhere on the body and are usually painless.…
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Christmas Tree Rash (Pityriasis Rosea) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Christmas tree rash? Christmas tree rash, also called pityriasis rosea, is a common, mild skin condition that causes pink or red patches on the trunk and back. The pattern often resembles the…
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Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is tinea pedis? Tinea pedis, commonly known as athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, especially between the toes. It can cause itching, redness, scaling, and sometimes…