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What are the symptoms of Bedsore? | The symptoms of a Bedsore depend on how severe it is. Bedsores are classified in the following stages. Stage I (earliest signs) and Stage IV (worst):
Stage I: A reddened area on the skin that, when pressed, does not turn white. This indicates that a pressure ulcer is starting to develop. Stage II: The skin blisters or forms an open sore. The area around the sore may be red and irritated. Stage III: The skin breakdown now looks like a crater. There is damage to the tissue below the skin. Stage IV: The pressure ulcer has become so deep that there is damage to the muscle and bone, and sometimes to tendons and joints. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Bedsore ? | People at the highest risk for developing a Bedsore include:
Individuals who are bedridden Individuals bound to a wheelchair Malnourishment Risk increases with age Individuals with a injury or disease that may limit mobility (i.e. spinal cord injury) Individuals with a condition that may inhibit blood flow to certain areas of the body (i.e. diabetes) Individuals with urinary or bowel incontinence Individuals with a mental condition that may affect mobility (i.e. Alzheimer's) | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Bedsore ? | Contact your health care provider if an area of the skin blisters or forms an open sore. Contact the provider immediately if there are any signs of an infection. An infection can spread to the rest of the body and cause serious problems. Signs of an infected ulcer include:
A foul odor from the ulcer Redness and tenderness around the ulcer Skin close to the ulcer is warm and swollen
Fever, weakness, and confusion are signs that the infection may have spread to the blood or elsewhere in the body. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Behçet's disease? | Signs and symptoms of Behçet's disease vary from person to person, depending on the blood vessels affected. Many patients show multiple organ damages. Like other autoimmue diseases, signs and symptoms come and go.
Painful mouth sores: These are the most common sign of Behçet's disease. Mouth sores turn quickly from lesion to ulcers and heal in 7~21 days. Skin lesions: Skin lesions in patients with Behçet's disease vary, from acne-like sores to red tender nodules. Brain: When Behçet's disease affect brain, it leads to headache, fever, disorientation, poor balance, even stroke. Digestive system: Patients with Behçet's disease may show symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea or bleeding. Eyes: Behçet's disease may cause inflammation in the eye, such as uveitis. Joints: Patients with Behçet's disease may have joint swelling and joint pain when joints are affected with inflammination. Vascular system: Inflammination may occur on veins and large arteries, leading redness, pain and swelling in the arms or legs, even aneurysms and narrowing or blockage of the vessel. Genitals: Patients with Behçet's disease may develop sores on their genitals, feeling pain and leaving scars.
Diseases with similar symptoms include:
Erythema nodosum Inflammatory bowel disease Peptic ulcer Acute febrile neutrophilic Lupus erythematosus | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Behçet's disease? | The exact cause of Behçet's disease is unknown. Most symptoms of the disease are caused by inflammation of the blood vessels. Inflammation is a characteristic reaction of the body to injury or disease and is marked by four signs: swelling, redness, heat, and pain. Doctors think that an autoinflammatory reaction may cause the blood vessels to become inflamed, but they do not know what triggers this reaction. Under normal conditions, the immune system protects the body from diseases and infections by killing harmful "foreign" substances, such as germs, that enter the body. In an autoimmune reaction, the immune system mistakenly attacks and harms the body's own tissues.
Behçet's disease is not contagious; it is not spread from one person to another. Researchers think that two factors are important for a person to get Behçet's disease. First, it is believed that abnormalities of the immune system make some people susceptible to the disease. Scientists think that this susceptibility may be inherited; that is, it may be due to one or more specific genes. Second, something in the environment, possibly a bacterium or virus, might trigger or activate the disease in susceptible people. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Beh%C3%A7et%27s disease ? | The underlying cause of Behçet’s disease is not clear. It is suggested that the following factors may be associated with the disease.
Genetic predisposition: Researches demonstrate that the presence of the gene HLA–B51 is a risk factor for Behçet's disease. Age: Behçet's disease can affect people in any age, but the most common age is 20~30 years old. Gender: Behçet's disease most commonly affects men than women. Behçet's disease is more common in Middle East and Japan then in other race. It is rare in America. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Beh%C3%A7et%27s disease ? | Call your health care provider if symptoms of Behçet's disease develop. If one emerges the following symptoms, seeking urgent medical care as soon as possible:
Sever headache Massive hemorrhage of gastrointestinal tract | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Beh%C3%A7et%27s disease (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Behçet's disease usually runs a protracted course and the mortality is low. Prognosis depends on:
Gender: Men with Behçet's disease has poorer prognosis than women. Whether the patient develops complications. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Birthmarks-pigmented? | Each type of birthmark has its own appearance:
Cafe-au-lait spots are light tan, the color of coffee with milk. Moles are small clusters of colored skin cells. Mongolian spots (also called Mongolian blue spots) are usually bluish or bruised-looking. They usually appear over the lower back or buttocks, but can also appear in other areas, including the trunk or arms.
Other symptoms of birthmarks:
Abnormally dark or light skin Contain hair Skin lesion Skin lumps Textured -- smooth, flat, raised, or wrinkled | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Birthmarks-pigmented ? | Cafe-au-lait spots may occur in people with the genetic disorder, neurofibromatosis. Nearly everyone has moles, which usually appear after birth. Mongolian spots are more commonly seen in darker-skinned populations. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Birthmarks-pigmented ? | Have any birthmarks examined by a health care provider. Report any changes in the birthmark to your health care provider, including:
Bleeding Color change Inflammation Itching Open sore (ulceration) Pain Size change Texture change | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Birthmarks-pigmented (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Large moles that are present at birth (congenital nevi) are more likely to become skin cancer (malignant melanoma). This is especially true if the mole covers an area larger than the size of a fist. The cancer risk is related to the size, location, shape, and color of the mole.
Mongolian spots may persist for months or years. They do NOT become cancer or develop other symptoms. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Birthmarks-red? | Skin markings that look like blood vessels Skin rash or lesion that is red
The different types of birthmark have their own appearance and typical location:
Cavernous hemangiomas may appear as a red-blue spongy mass of tissue filled with blood. Port-wine stains are most often located on the face. The size varies from very small to over half of the body surface. Salmon patches are small, pink, flat spots. They are small blood vessels (capillaries) that are visible through the skin. They are most common on the forehead, eyelids, upper lip, between the eyebrows, and on the back of the neck. Salmon patches may be more noticeable when the infant cries or during temperature changes. Strawberry hemangiomas may appear anywhere on the body, but are most common on the neck and face. They consist of small, closely packed blood vessels. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Birthmarks-red? | There are two main categories of birthmarks.
Red birthmarks are made up of blood vessels close to the skin surface, and are called vascular birthmarks. Pigmented birthmarks are areas in which the color of the birthmark is different from the color of the rest of the skin.
Hemangiomas are a common vascular birthmark. Their cause is unknown. The color results from the development of blood vessels at the site.
Strawberry hemangiomas (strawberry mark, nevus vascularis, capillary hemangioma, hemangioma simplex) may develop several weeks after birth. Cavernous hemangiomas (angioma cavernosum, cavernoma) are similar to strawberry hemangiomas but they are deeper. Salmon patches (stork bites) are extremely common, appearing on 30-50% of newborns. A port-wine stain is a flat hemangioma made of dilated blood capillaries. Port wine stains on the face may be associated with Sturge-Weber syndrome. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Birthmarks-red ? | Have all birthmarks examined by a health care provider to determine the treatment, possible complications, and likely outcome. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Birthmarks-red (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Birthmarks rarely cause problems, other than cosmetic changes. Many birthmarks go away on their own by the time a child is of school age, but some are permanent.
Strawberry hemangiomas usually grow quickly, stay the same size, and then go away. Ninety-five percent of strawberry hemangiomas disappear by the time the child is 9 years old. However, there may be some slight discoloration or puckering of the skin where a strawberry hemangioma was. Some cavernous hemangiomas disappear on their own, usually as a child approaches school age. Port wine stains are often permanent. Salmon patches often fade as the infant grows. Patches on the back of the neck may not fade, but are usually not noticeable as the hair grows. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Blastomycosis? | Lung infection may not cause any symptoms. Symptoms may be seen if the infection spreads. Symptoms may include:
Bone pain Chest pain Cough (may produce brown or bloody mucus) Fatigue Fever General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling (malaise) Joint pain Muscle pain Night sweats Shortness of breath Sweating Unintentional weight loss
Skin symptoms are most often seen when the infection spreads beyond the lungs. You may have painless sores that look like warts or ulcers. They may:
Be grey to violet colored Bleed easily Occur in the nose or mouth | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Blastomycosis? | You can get blastomyocosis by breathing in this fungus. It is found in moist soil, most commonly where there is rotting vegetation. The fungus enters the body through the lungs, infecting them. The fungus then spreads (disseminates) to other areas of the body. The infection may affect the skin, bones and joints, and other areas.
Blastomycosis is rare. It is found in the central and southeastern United States, and in Canada, India, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Africa.
Being around infected soil is the key risk factor. The disease usually affects people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV or who have had an organ transplant. Men are more likely to be affected than women. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Blastomycosis ? | Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of blastomycosis. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Blastomycosis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Patients with minor skin sores (lesions) and relatively mild lung infections usually recover completely. If the infection is not treated, it can become severe enough to cause death. Skin sores may lead to permanent scars. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Boil? | A boil may begin as a tender, pinkish-red, swollen, firm area in the skin. Over time, it will feel like a water-filled balloon or cyst.
Pain gets worse as it fills with pus and dead tissue, and improves as it drains. It may drain on its own. More often the patient or someone else opens the boil.
The boil:
Is usually pea-sized, but may be as large as a golf ball May develop white or yellow centers (pustules) May join with another boil or spread to other skin areas May grow quickly May weep, ooze, or crust
Other symptoms may include:
Fatigue Fever General ill-feeling Itching before the boil develops Skin redness around the boil | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Boil? | Boils are very common. They are generally caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, but they may be caused by other bacteria or fungi found on the skin's surface. Damage to the hair follicle allows these bacteria to enter deeper into the tissues of the follicle and the tissue underneath.
Boils may occur in the hair follicles anywhere on the body. They are most common on the face, neck, armpit, buttocks, and thighs. There can be one or many boils. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Boil (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Some people have repeated abscesses and are unable to prevent them.
Boils can be very painful if they occur in areas like the ear canal or nose. A health care provider should treat boils of the nose.
Boils that form close together may expand and join, causing a condition called carbunculosis. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Boil ? | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if boils:
Appear on the face or spine Do not heal with home treatment within 1 week Occur along with a fever, red streaks coming out from the sore, large fluid collections around the boil, or other symptoms | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Bourbon virus infection? | Because there have been few cases identified thus far, scientists are still learning about possible symptoms caused by this new virus. People diagnosed with Bourbon virus disease had symptoms including fever, tiredness, rash, headache, other body aches, nausea, and vomiting. They also had low blood counts for cells that fight infection and help prevent bleeding. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Bourbon virus infection? | Bourbon virus infection is caused by a type of thogotovirus, which belongs to Orthomyxoviridae family. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Bourbon virus infection ? | People likely become infected with Bourbon virus when they are bitten by a tick or other insect. Therefore, people who do not take steps to protect themselves from tick or insect bites when they work or spend time outside may be more likely to be infected. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Bourbon virus infection ? | Call your health care provider if:
You develop symptoms of Bourbon virus infection | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Bourbon virus infection (Outlook/Prognosis)? | From 2014-2017 only 5 cases have been reported with Bourbon virus infection and all resulted in death. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Bullous pemphigoid? | Some people may have no symptoms, others may have mild redness and irration.
In severe cases, they are multiple blisters, called bullae. The blisters are usually located on the arms, legs, or middle of the body. About one-third of persons with bullous pemphigoid also develop blisters in the mouth. The blisters may break open and form ulcers or open sores.
Other symptoms may include:
Itching Rashes Mouth sores Bleeding gums | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Bullous pemphigoid? | The cause is not known, but may be related to immune system disorders, certain other diseases, or use of some medications. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Bullous pemphigoid ? | Bullous pemphigoid usually occurs in elderly persons and is rare in young people. Symptoms come and go. In most patients, the condition goes away within 6 years. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Bullous pemphigoid ? | Call your doctor for an appointment if you have:
Unexplained blisters on your skin An itchy rash that continues despite home treatment | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Bullous pemphigoid (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Bullous pemphigoid usually responds well to treatment. Most patients may stop taking medicine after several years. However, the disease sometimes returns after treatment is stopped. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Burns? | Blisters Pain (the degree of pain is not related to the severity of the burn -- the most serious burns can be painless) Peeling skin Red skin Shock (watch for pale and clammy skin, weakness, bluish lips and fingernails, and a drop in alertness) Swelling White or charred skin
Symptoms of an airways burn:
Charred mouth; burned lips Burns on the head, face, or neck Wheezing Change in voice Difficulty breathing; coughing Singed nose hairs or eyebrows Dark, carbon -stained mucus | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Burns? | Burns can be caused by dry heat (like fire), wet heat (such as steam or hot liquids), radiation, friction, heated objects, the sun, electricity, or chemicals.
Thermal burns are the most common type. Thermal burns occur when hot metals, scalding liquids, steam, or flames come in contact with your skin. These are frequently the result of fires, automobile accidents, playing with matches, improperly stored gasoline, space heaters, and electrical malfunctions. Other causes include unsafe handling of firecrackers and kitchen accidents (such as a child climbing on top of a stove or grabbing a hot iron).
Burns to your airways can be caused by inhaling smoke, steam, superheated air, or toxic fumes, often in a poorly ventilated space.
Burns in children are sometimes traced to parental abuse. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Burns ? | Call 911 if:
The burn is extensive (the size of your palm or larger). The burn is severe (third degree). You aren't sure how serious it is. The burn is caused by chemicals or electricity. The person shows signs of shock. The person inhaled smoke. Physical abuse is the known or suspected cause of the burn. There are other symptoms associated with the burns
Call a doctor if your pain is still present after 48 hours.
Call immediately if signs of infection develop. These signs include increased pain, redness, swelling, drainage or pus from the burn, swollen lymph nodes, red streaks spreading from the burn, or fever.
Also call immediately if there are signs of dehydration: thirst, dry skin, dizziness, lightheadedness, or decreased urination. Children, elderly, and anyone with a weakened immune system (for example, HIV) should be seen right away. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Candidiasis? | Most women will have a vaginal yeast infection at some time. Candida albicans is a common type of fungus. It is often present in small amounts in the vagina, mouth, digestive tract, and on the skin. Usually it does not cause disease or symptoms. Candida and the many other germs or microorganisms that normally live in the vagina keep each other in balance. However, when the vagina has certain favorable conditions, the number of Candida albicans increases, leading to a yeast infection. Some of these favorable conditions include:
Antibiotics used to treat other types of infections change the normal balance between organisms in the vagina by decreasing the number of protective bacteria. Being pregnant, having diabetes, or being obese all create conditions that help yeast grow more easily.
Vaginal candidiasis is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, a small number of men will develop symptoms such as itching and a rash on the penis after having sexual contact with an infected partner. Having many vaginal yeast infections may be a sign of other health problems. Other vaginal infections and discharges can be mistaken for a vaginal yeast infection. Repeat infections that occur immediately after treatment, or a yeast infection that does not respond to any treatment, may be an early sign that a person is infected with HIV. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Candidiasis? | Abnormal vaginal discharge Ranges from a slightly watery, white discharge to a thick, white, chunky discharge (like cottage cheese) Pain with intercourse Painful urination Redness and swelling of the vulva Vaginal and labial itching, burning | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Candidiasis ? | Antibiotics used to treat other types of infections change the normal balance between organisms in the vagina by decreasing the number of protective bacteria. Being pregnant, having diabetes, or being obese all create conditions that help yeast grow more easily. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Candidiasis ? | This is the first time that you have had symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection You are unsure of whether you have a yeast infection (if you are sure that you have a yeast infection, you can treat the disorder with over-the-counter medications) Your symptoms don't go away after using self-treatment vaginal creams You develop other symptoms | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Candidiasis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | The symptoms usually disappear completely with adequate treatment. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Carbuncle? | A carbuncle is a swollen lump or mass under the skin. It may be the size of a pea or as large as a golf ball. The carbuncle may be red and irritated and might hurt when you touch it.
It may also:
Grow very fast Have a white or yellow center (contain pus) Weep, ooze, or crust Spread to other skin areas
Sometimes, other symptoms may occur. These may include:
Fatigue Fever General discomfort or sick feeling Skin itching before the carbuncle develops | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Carbuncle? | Most carbuncles are caused by the bacteria staphylococcus aureus. The infection is contagious and may spread to other areas of the body or other people.
A carbuncle is made up of several skin boils (furuncles). The infected mass is filled with fluid, pus, and dead tissue. Fluid may drain out of the carbuncle, but sometimes the mass is so deep that it cannot drain on its own.
Carbuncles may develop anywhere, but they are most common on the back and the nape of the neck. Men get carbuncles more often than women. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Carbuncle ? | Because the condition is contagious, several family members may develop carbuncles at the same time. Often, the cause of a carbuncle cannot be determined.
You are more likely to get a carbuncle if you have:
Friction from clothing or shaving Poor hygiene Poor overall health
Persons with diabetes, dermatitis, and weakened immune systems are more likely to develop staph infections that can cause cabuncles. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Carbuncle ? | Call your health care provider if:
A carbuncles does not heal with home treatment within 2 weeks Carbuncles come back often A carbuncle is located on the face or spine You have a fever, red streaks running from the sore, a lot of swelling around the carbuncle, or pain that gets worse | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Carbuncle (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Carbunculus may heal on their own. Others usually respond well to treatment. However, a carbuncle can return again and again for months or years following the first infection. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Cellulitis? | Symptoms of cellulitis include:
Fever Pain or tenderness in the affected area Skin redness or inflammation that gets bigger as the infection spreads Skin sore or rash that starts suddenly, and grows quickly in the first 24 hours Tight, glossy, "stretched" appearance of the skin Warm skin in the the area of redness Signs of infection: Chills or shaking Fatigue General ill feeling Muscle aches and pains Warm skin Sweating
Other symptoms that can occur with this disease:
Hair loss at the site of infection Joint stiffness caused by swelling of the tissue over the joint Nausea and vomiting | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Cellulitis? | Staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria are the most common causes of cellulitis. Normal skin has many types of bacteria living on it. When there is a break in the skin, these bacteria can cause a skin infection. Skin in the infected area will become red, hot, irritated, and painful. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Cellulitis ? | Risk factors for cellulitis include:
Cracks or peeling skin between the toes History of peripheral vascular disease Injury or trauma with a break in the skin (skin wounds) Insect bites and stings, animal bites, or human bites Ulcers from certain diseases, including diabetes and vascular disease Use of corticosteroid medications or medications that suppress the immune system Wound from a recent surgery | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Cellulitis ? | Call your health care provider if:
You have symptoms of cellulitis You are being treated for cellulitis and you develop new symptoms, such as persistent fever, drowsiness, lethargy, blistering over the cellulitis, or red streaks that spread. Seek medical attention immediately if the cellulitis is on your face. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Cellulitis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Cellulitis usually goes away with 7 - 10 days of antibiotics. Longer treatment may be needed if cellulitis is more severe. This may occur if you have a chronic diseases or your immune system is not working properly. People with fungal infections of the feet may have cellulitis that keeps coming back. The cracks in the skin from the fungal infection allows the bacteria entry to the skin. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Chiggers? | The main symptoms are:
Severe itching Red pimple-like bumps or hives
Itching usually occurs several hours after the chiggers attach to the skin.
A skin rash may appear on the parts of the body that were exposed to the sun. It may stop where the underwear meets the legs. This is often a clue that the rash is due to chigger bites. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Chiggers? | Chiggers are found in certain outdoor areas, such as berry patches, tall grass and weeds, and woodland edges. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Chiggers ? | Chiggers bite humans around the waist, ankles, or in warm skin folds. Bites commonly occur in the summer and fall months. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Chiggers ? | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if the rash itches very badly, or if symptoms get worse or do not improve with treatment. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Chiggers (Outlook/Prognosis)? | This condition heals itself without treatment. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Chronic cold urticaria? | Symptom onset often occurs when individuals with cold urticaria are exposed to cold water or sudden drops in temperature. While most reactions occur at temperatures 40° F or lower, many people often experience worse reactions as their exposed skin is rewarming. Cold urticaria is more likely to occur when conditions are damp and windy. Cold urticaria symptoms vary in intensity. While some individuals only experience very minor reactions to cold, other individuals experience severe reactions. There is no exact timeframe over which cold urticaria can be said to go away. For some people, it will go away on its own after several months; however, other people may experience cold urticaria for years before seeing an improvement.
Some signs and symptoms of cold urticaria include:
Hives that are red and itchy. These hives result from exposing the skin to cold and typically last for half an hour Swelling of the hands when holding cold objects Swelling of the lips when eating cold foods In severe cases, the tongue and throat may swelland inhibit breathing
While some symptoms may only affect certain parts of the body, other people may experience symptoms that affect their whole body. Some of the more serious signs and symptoms of cold urticaria include:
Fainting Chills A faster than normal heartbeat Swelling of the arms, legs or torso
Severe reactions Exposure to cold can be dangerous for people who suffer from cold urticaria. It is especially dangerous when individuals swim in cold water since swimming exposes all of the individual’s skin to the cold. When this level of exposure occurs, the body releases high levels of histamine and other immune system chemicals. As a result of the release of all these chemicals, the individual’s blood pressure can drop, which may result in fainting, shock, and rarely, death. Individuals who suffer from cold urticaria and who choose to swim in cold water may lose consciousness as a result of the cold, which may lead to drowning. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Chronic cold urticaria? | Though it is not clear what causes cold urticaria, it appears that some people have hypersensitive skin cells. This means that their skin cells are more sensitive than a normal person's skin cells to things like temperature. This may be a result of either an inherited trait or an illness (for example, a virus). Since exposure to cold begins the immune response that releases histamine and other immune system chemicals, the skin may become itchy and exhibit redness and other symptoms. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Chronic cold urticaria ? | Cold urticaria does not discriminate against who experiences it, regardless of age or gender. However, some people are more likely to have cold urticaria:
Children and young adults. This population experiences a particular type of urticaria called primary acquired urticaria. It usually improves without treatment within two to three years, and is the most common type of urticaria.
Recent viral infection. Individuals who have had recent viral infections, such as mycoplasma pneumonia and mononucleosis, oftentimes experience cold urticaria following their infection.
Underlying health conditions. Some individuals who experience cold urticaria may have an underlying health problem, like rheumatoid arthritis, hepatitis or cancer. This type of cold urticaria is known as secondary acquired urticaria, which is less common.
Inherited traits. In rare cases, individuals can inherit a condition called familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome. After exposure to cold, people who inherit this condition experience painful, itchy hives and flu-like symptoms. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Chronic cold urticaria ? | Seek immediate assistance if you experience the following severe reactions after sudden exposure to cold:
Feeling light headed Difficulty breathing Throat swelling
If you notice mild skin reactions following exposure to cold, see a doctor. Your doctor can rule out any underlying conditions that may be causing the problem. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Congenital herpes? | Herpes may only appear as a skin infection. Small, fluid-filled blisters (vesicles) may appear. These blisters rupture, crust over, and finally heal, often leaving a mild scar.
Herpes infection may also spread throughout the body (called disseminated herpes). In this type, the herpes virus can affect many different parts of the body.
Herpes infection in the brain is called herpes encephalitis The liver, lungs, and kidneys may also be involved There may or may not be blisters on the skin
Newborn infants with herpes that has spread to the brain or other parts of the body are often very sick.
Symptoms include:
Bleeding easily Breathing difficulties Blue appearance (cyanosis) Flaring of the nostrils Grunting Rapid breathing (tachypnea) Short periods without breathing (apneic episodes) Coma Neonatal jaundice Lethargy Low body temperature (hypothermia) Poor feeding Seizures Shock Skin lesions, fluid-filled blisters
Herpes that is caught in the period shortly after birth has symptoms similar to those of birth-acquired herpes.
Intrauterine herpes can cause:
Eye disease, such as inflammation of the retina (chorioretinitis) Severe brain damage Skin sores (lesions) | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Congenital herpes? | Newborn infants can become infected with herpes virus:
In the uterus (intrauterine herpes - this is very rare) Passing through the birth canal (birth-acquired herpes, the most common method of infection) Right after birth (postpartum) from kissing or having other contact with someone who has herpes mouth sores
If the mother has an active genital herpes infection at the time of delivery, the baby is more likely to become infected during birth. Some mothers may not be aware they have internal (inside the vagina) herpes sores.
Some people have had herpes infections in the past, but were not aware of it. These people, not knowing that they have herpes, may pass it to their baby.
Herpes type 2 (genital herpes) is the most common cause of herpes infection in newborn babies, but herpes type 1 (oral herpes) can also occur. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Congenital herpes ? | If your baby has any symptoms of birth-acquired herpes, including skin lesions alone, have the baby seen by your health care provider promptly. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Congenital herpes (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Infants with systemic herpes or encephalitis often do poorly, despite antiviral medications and early treatment.
In infants with skin disease, the vesicles may come back repeatedly even after treatment is finished. These recurrences put them at risk for learning disabilities, and may need to be treated. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Contact dermatitis? | Itching (pruritus) of the skin in exposed areas Skin redness or inflammation in the exposed area Tenderness of the skin in the exposed area Localized swelling of the skin Warmth of the exposed area (may occur) Skin lesion or rash at the site of exposure Lesions of any type: redness, rash, papules (pimple-like), vesicles, and bullae (blisters) May involve oozing, draining, or crusting May become scaly, raw, or thickened | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Contact dermatitis? | Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating or allergy-causing substance (irritant or allergen). Reactions may vary in the same person over time. A history of any type of allergies increases the risk for this condition.
Irritant dermatitis, the most common type of contact dermatitis, involves inflammation resulting from contact with acids, alkaline materials such as soaps and detergents, solvents, or other chemicals. The reaction usually resembles a burn.
Allergic contact dermatitis, the second most common type of contact dermatitis, is caused by exposure to a substance or material to which you have become extra sensitive or allergic. The allergic reaction is often delayed, with the rash appearing 24 - 48 hours after exposure. The skin inflammation varies from mild irritation and redness to open sores, depending on the type of irritant, the body part affected, and your sensitivity.
Overtreatment dermatitis is a form of contact dermatitis that occurs when treatment for another skin disorder causes irritation.
Common allergens associated with contact dermatitis include:
Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac Other plants Nickel or other metals Medications
Antibiotics, especially those applied to the surface of the skin (topical) Topical anesthetics Other medications
Rubber or latex Cosmetics Fabrics and clothing Detergents Solvents Adhesives Fragrances, perfumes Other chemicals and substances | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Contact dermatitis ? | Contact dermatitis may involve a reaction to a substance that you are exposed to, or use repeatedly. Although there may be no initial reaction, regular use (for example, nail polish remover, preservatives in contact lens solutions, or repeated contact with metals in earring posts and the metal backs of watches) can eventually cause cause sensitivity and reaction to the product.
Some products cause a reaction only when they contact the skin and are exposed to sunlight (photosensitivity). These include shaving lotions, sunscreens, sulfa ointments, some perfumes, coal tar products, and oil from the skin of a lime. A few airborne allergens, such as ragweed or insecticide spray, can cause contact dermatitis. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Contact dermatitis ? | Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate contact dermatitis and it is severe or there is no improvement after treatment. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Contact dermatitis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Contact dermatitis usually clears up without complications within 2 or 3 weeks, but may return if the substance or material that caused it cannot be identified or avoided. A change of occupation or occupational habits may be necessary if the disorder is caused by occupational exposure. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Contact Dermatitis? | Symptoms vary depending on the cause and whether the dermatitis is due to an allergic reaction or an irritant. The same person may also have different symptoms over time.
Allergic reactions may occur suddenly, or only after months of being exposed to a substance.
The hands are a common site for contact dermatitis. Hair products, cosmetics, and perfumes often lead to skin reactions on the face, head, and neck. Jewellery can also cause skin problems in the area under it.
Itching of the skin in exposed areas is a common symptom. In the case of an allergic dermatitis, itching can be severe. Dermatitis caused by an irritant may also cause burning or pain. Allergic dermatitis often causes a red, streaky, or patchy rash where the substance touched the skin. The allergic reaction is often delayed, with the rash appearing 24 - 48 hours after exposure. The rash may:
Have red bumps that may form moist, weeping blisters Feel warm and tender Ooze, drain, or crust Become scaly, raw, or thickened Irritant dermatitis often shows as dry, red, and rough skin. Cuts (fissures) may form on the hands. Skin may become inflamed with long-term exposure. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Contact Dermatitis? | Irritant dermatitis is the most common type. It's caused by contact with acids, alkaline materials such as soaps and detergents, fabric softeners, solvents, or other chemicals. The reaction usually looks like a burn. Other irritants may include:
Cement
Hair dyes
Long-term exposure to wet diapers
Pesticides or weed killers
Rubber gloves
Shampoos
Allergic contact dermatitis is caused by exposure to a substance or material to which you have become extra sensitive or allergic.
Common allergens include:
Adhesives, including those used for false eyelashes or toupees
Antibiotics such as neomycin rubbed on the surface of the skin
Balsam of Peru (used in many personal products and cosmetics, as well as in many foods and drinks)
Fabrics and clothing
Fragrances in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, and moisturizers
Nail polish, hair dyes, and permanent wave solutions
Nickel or other metals (found in jewelelry, watch straps, metal zips, bra hooks, buttons, pocketknives, lipstick holders, and powder compacts)
Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and other plants
Rubber or latex gloves or shoes
Although you may not have a reaction to a substance when you are first exposed to it, regular use can eventually cause sensitivity and a reaction to the product.
Some products cause a reaction only when the skin is also exposed to sunlight (photosensitivity). These include shaving lotions, sunscreens, sulfa ointments, some perfumes, coal tar products, and oil from the skin of a lime. A few airborne allergens, such as ragweed or insecticide spray, can cause contact dermatitis. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Contact Dermatitis ? | Call your health care provider if:
You have symptoms of contact dermatitis
It is severe
There is no improvement after treatment | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Contact Dermatitis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Contact dermatitis usually clears up without complications in 2 or 3 weeks. However, it may return if the substance or material that caused it cannot be found or avoided. You may need to change your job or job habits if the disorder is caused by occupational exposure. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Corns & calluses? | Skin is thick and hardened. Skin may be flaky and dry. Hardened, thick skin areas are found on hands, feet, or other areas that may be rubbed or pressed. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Corns & calluses? | Corns and calluses are caused by pressure or friction on skin. A corn is thickened skin on the top or side of a toe, usually from shoes that do not fit properly. A callus is thickened skin on your hands or the soles of your feet.
The thickening of the skin is a protective reaction. For example, farmers and rowers get callused hands that prevent them from getting painful blisters. People with bunions often develop a callus over the bunion because it rubs against the shoe.
Neither corns nor calluses are serious conditions. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Corns %26 calluses ? | Very closely check your feet if you have diabetes or numbness in the feet or toes. If you have diabetes and notice problems with your feet, contact your health care provider.
Otherwise, simply changing to better-fitting shoes or wearing gloves should resolve most problems with corns and calluses.
If you suspect that your corn or callus is infected or is not getting better despite treatment, contact your health care provider. Also call your health care provider if you have continued symptoms of pain, redness, warmth, or drainage. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Corns %26 calluses (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Corns and calluses are rarely serious. If treated properly, they should improve without causing long-term problems. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Seborrheic dermatitis? | Seborrheic dermatitis can occur on many different body areas. Usuallky it forms where the skin is oily or greasy. Commonly affected areas include the scalp, eyebrows, eyelids, creases of the nose, lips, behind the ears, in the outer ear, and middle of the chest.
Seborrheic dermatitis in infants, also called cradle cap, is a harmless, temporary condition. It appears as thick, crusty, yellow or brown scales over the child's scalp. Similar scales may also be found on the eyelids, ear, around the nose, and in the groin. Cradle cap may be seen in newborns and small children up to age 3.
Cradle cap is not contagious, nor is it caused by poor hygiene. It is not an allergy, and it is not dangerous. Cradle cap may or may not itch. If it itches, excessive scratching of the area may cause additional inflammation, and breaks in skin may cause mild infections or bleeding.
In general, symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis include:
Skin lesions Plaques over large area Greasy, oily areas of skin Skin scales -- white and flaking, or yellowish, oily, and adherent -- "dandruff" Itching -- may become more itchy if infected Mild redness Hair loss | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Seborrheic dermatitis? | Seborrheic dermatitis is thought to be due to a combination of an over production of skin oil and irritation from a yeast called malessizia. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Cradle cap ? | Seborrheic dermatitis appears to run in families. Stress, fatigue, weather extremes, oily skin, infrequent shampoos or skin cleaning, use of lotions that contain alcohol, skin disorders (such as acne), or obesity may increase the risk.
Neurologic conditions, including Parkinson's disease, head injury, and stroke may be associated with seborrheic dermatitis. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has also been linked to increased cases of seborrheic dermatitis. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Cradle cap ? | Call for an appointment with your health care provider if seborrheic dermatitis symptoms do not respond to self-care or over-the-counter treatments.
Also call if patches of seborrheic dermatitis drain fluid or pus, form crusts, or become very red or painful. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Cradle cap (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic (life-long) condition that can be controlled with treatment. It often has extended inactive periods followed by flare-ups. A more extreme form of this condition overlaps with psoriasis of the scalp and is called sebopsoriasis. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Cryptococcosis? | Blurred vision or double vision (diplopia) Bone pain or tenderness of the breastbone (sternum) Chest pain Confusion Dry cough Fatigue Fever Headache Nausea Skin rash, including pinpoint red spots (petechiae), ulcers, or other skin lesions Sweating (unusual, excessive at night) Swollen glands Unintentional weight loss
Note: People with a normal immune system may have no symptoms at all. | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Cryptococcosis? | Cryptococcus neoformans, the fungus that causes this disease, is ordinarily found in soil. It enters and infects the body through the lungs. Once inhaled, infection with cryptococcosis may go away on its own, remain in the lungs only, or spread throughout the body (disseminate). Most cases are in people with a weakened immune system, such as those with HIV infection, taking high doses of corticosteroid medications, cancer chemotherapy, or who have Hodgkin's disease. In people with a normal immune system, the lung (pulmonary) form of the infection may have no symptoms. In people with weakened immune systems, the cryptococcus organism may spread to the brain. Neurological (brain) symptoms begin gradually. Most people with this infection have meningoencephalitis (swelling and irritation of the brain and spinal cord) when they are diagnosed. Cryptococcus is one of the most common life-threatening fungal infections in people with AIDS. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Cryptococcosis ? | People who have weakened immune system are at highest risk for developing the disease. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Cryptococcosis (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Central nervous system involvement often causes death or leads to permanent damage. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Cryptococcosis ? | Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of cryptococcosis, especially if you have a weakened immune system. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Cutaneous skin tags? | The only symptom is a growth on the skin. The growth (tag) is usually small, although some may be up to a half-inch long.
Other characteristics include:
Located on the neck, armpits, trunk, body folds, or other areas May have a narrow stalk Usually skin-colored, occasionally darker | Answer this question truthfully |
What causes Cutaneous skin tags? | Cutaneous tags are very common skin growths. They usually occur after midlife and are usually harmless and noncancerous (benign). The tag sticks out of the skin and may have a short, narrow stalk connecting it to the surface of the skin.
Cutaneous tags are usually painless and do not grow or change. However, they may be irritated from rubbing by clothing or other materials. They are thought to occur from skin rubbing against skin, so they commonly form in skin folds. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Cutaneous skin tags ? | Cutaneous skin tags are more common in people who are overweight or who have diabetes. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Cutaneous skin tags ? | Call your health care provider if you have cutaneous tags and you want them removed, or if the appearance of a cutaneous tag changes. | Answer this question truthfully |
What to expect if I have Cutaneous skin tags (Outlook/Prognosis)? | Cutaneous tags are generally benign and usually not bothersome. They may become irritated or be cosmetically displeasing. There is usually no regrowth or scar formation after cutaneous tags are removed, although new growths may appear elsewhere on the body. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the symptoms of Cysticercosis ? | Most often, the worms stay in muscles and do not cause symptoms.
Symptoms that do occur depend on where the infection is found in the body
Brain: seizures or symptoms similar to those of a brain tumor Eyes: decreased vision or blindness Heart: abnormal heart rhythms or heart failure (rare) Spine: weakness or changes in walking due to damage to nerves in the spinal cord | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the causes of Cysticercosis ? | Cysticercosis is caused by swallowing eggs from T. solium, which are found in contaminated food. Autoinfection is when a person is already infected with adult T. solium, then swallows eggs following improper hand washing after a bowel movement.
Risk factors include eating pork, fruits, and vegetables contaminated with T. solium as a result of unhealthy cooking or food preparation. The disease can also be spread by contact with infected feces.
The disease is rare in the United States, but is common in many developing countries. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Cysticercosis ? | If you have any symptoms of cysticercosis, contact your health care provider. | Answer this question truthfully |
What are the Symptoms of (Dermatofibroma)? | Dermatofibromas are most often found on the arms and legs of women. They are small brown or reddish-brown mobile nodules, and they feel quite firm. They may be tender to touch. Many lesions demonstrate a "dimple sign," where the central portion puckers as the lesion is compressed on the sides. They generally do not change in size. | Answer this question truthfully |
What Causes (Dermatofibroma)? | The causes of dermatofibroma has not been identified. | Answer this question truthfully |
Who is at highest risk for Dermatofibroma ? | Dermatofibromas may occur at any age but are seen more commonly in adults, particularly females. | Answer this question truthfully |
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Dermatofibroma ? | Dermatofibromas are noncancerous lesions, but seek medical evaluation if a lesion begins to increase in size, becomes painful, or if large numbers of dermatofibromas in grouped or linear clusters are seen. | Answer this question truthfully |