Skin Diseases

Follow the links below to find information on skin diseases.

Updated October 2011

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Infectious Skin Diseases

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Ulcers

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Systematic Reviews of Treatments for Skin Diseases

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Title:   Chilblains
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Chilblains are patches of red, swollen and itchy skin, often caused by cold weather and sometimes made worse by poor circulation. Extremities such as the toes, fingers, nose and earlobes are most at risk. Prevention strategies include keeping the whole body warm and exercising regularly to improve peripheral circulation.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Frostbite
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Frostbite occurs when skin tissue freezes after exposure to cold weather. Symptoms include cold, white and hard skin, pain, itching, loss of feeling, mottled skin, swelling and blistering and tissue loss. Blood-filled blisters signal severe frostbite which may lead to dry or wet gangrene. Extremities such as fingers, hands and feet are at greater risk because they are more susceptible to heat loss. Do not try to thaw out frostbite, as this often leads to further damage, unless professional medical help is not available. Thawing and refreezing affected areas is dangerous.
Date:   Sep 2011
Title:   Porphyria
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Porphyria occurs when the body cannot convert naturally occurring compounds (called 'porphyrins') into heme (or haem), which contains iron. Porphyria can affect the skin, gastrointestinal system, nervous system or all of these. Diagnosis can be delayed because porphyria mimics other conditions such as Guillain-Barre syndrome, eczema, multiple sclerosis and irritable bowel syndrome.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Looking after your skin in winter
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Looking after your skin in winter: During the winter months the skin is subject to the damaging and drying effects of cold, windy weather and the low humidity of dry indoor heating. The following information will help you look after your skin in winter.
Date:   May 2011
Title:   Erythema nodosum
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Erythema nodosum is a skin condition characterised by the formation of red and painful lumps, most commonly on the shins or lower legs. Other areas that may be affected include the ankles, calves, thighs, buttocks and arms. Known causes of erythema nodosum include inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), tuberculosis, leukaemia, certain drugs and throat infections. Treatment may include bed rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS), corticosteroids and support stockings or bandages.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Lichen sclerosus - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Lichen sclerosus is an uncommon cause of vulval itch that occurs mainly after the menopause, and can be treated with steroid creams.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Healthy ageing - the skin
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Nowhere are the signs of ageing better observed than on the skin. Fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, irregularity of skin pigmentation, broken capillaries leading to red blotches and dryness are the mainsigns of healthy ageing of the skin. Lifestyle choices and good skin care can help minimise the signs of both healthy and unhealthy skin ageing.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Winter sports and cold-related injuries
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sport and exercising in cold weather places extra demands on the body. Common cold-related injuries include muscle sprains and strains, hypothermia and 'snow blindness'. Many of the risks can be reduced with planning, adequate preparation and proper equipment. Be alert for signs of hypothermia and frostbite.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Skin rashes
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   A rash is defined as a change in the skin's appearance, which may involve alternations in texture (eg rough or smooth) and/or its colour. The skin may also become itchy, warmer, dry, cracked, blistered, lumpy or painful.
Date:   Dec 2010
Title:   Skin explained
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Skin is a waterproof covering, a defence against bacteria, a cooling system and a sense organ. It is made up of two main layers, the dermis and the epidermis. Common skin problems include acne, eczema, dermatitis, fungal infections, warts, sunburn and skin cancer.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Skin biopsy
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   A skin biopsy is a very small sample of skin that is removed by a doctor so that it can be examined in a lab to determine what cells it is made up of.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Nails
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The nail is a specialised type of skin. Nails support and protect the sensitive tips of fingers and toes. Common causes of nail problems include injury, infection and skin diseases such as eczema or psoriasis.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Heat rash or prickly heat - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Heat rash or prickly heat is caused by blockage of sweat glands during times of high heat or humidity, causing itching or prickling of the skin.
Date:   Dec 2009
Title:   Itch - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Itching (medical term pruritus) can be one of the most distressing physical sensations we experience.
Date:   Dec 2009
Title:   Dry skin: self-care - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Dry skin is a common problem. The skin barrier can break down due to wear and tear from the environment, causing dryness and itching. Find out what products are available for dry skin.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Dry skin treatments - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Soap substitutes, moisturisers, barrier creams, anti-itch preparations and bath and shower substitutes can all help to alleviate problems associated with having dry skin.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Dermatomyositis
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of dermatomyositis written by professional medical specialists.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Cutaneous T cell lymphoma
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Cutaneous (which means of the skin) T cell lymphoma includes a wide variety of lymphomas that have a common feature: the cancerous white blood cells are confined to the skin (localised) when the disease is diagnosed. Provides information on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Vitiligo - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Vitiligo is a skin pigmentation disorder that shows up as smooth white, painless spots or patches on various parts of the body.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Children & infants with albinism
Publisher:   Vision Australia
Description:   Albinism is an inherited condition. It affects the eyes and skin of some individuals, and only the eyes of others. It results from the body's inability to produce normal amounts of a pigment called melanin.
Date:   Jun 2007

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