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Dandruff formation occurs when the dead cells of the scalp begin to shed themselves. Although shedding of dead cells is quite normal people with dandruff suffer from dead cell shedding which goes beyond the normal level. In order to get rid of dandruff, patients have been relying on an anti-dandruff …

During cold climatic conditions, it is very important to prevent feet and hands from becoming too cold. This is because, due to the coldness, the blood vessels of the skin tend to constrict, and as it is common for people to keep the feet close to a hot area to …

Chilblains (also called pernio/perniosis) are a condition in which the skin of the toes is inflamed as it reacts to chilly weather. While it is commonly observed on the toes, it may occur over parts of the face or even the fingers. If it occurs, the affected person will experience …

In most cases, boils do not require treatment. The boils fade off automatically within a span of one week, or a maximum of two weeks. Only when you have developed complications you need to be treated with antibiotics. For example, if the infection has spread into the deep layer of the skin, called …

Hair on the human body shoots out from a small sac in the skin. This sac is known as the hair follicle. When the hair follicle is infected, it causes a boil. The boil usually appears red in color and is painful. As in the case of any infection, this is also fought by …

There are various types of Staphylococcus, but most of the infections are caused by Staphylococcus aureus or S. aureus. These bacteria usually harbor in the armpits, buttocks, and inside the nose of humans. The infections caused by S. aureus come under two categories, viz. skin infections and invasive infections.   Some common staphylococcal …

Burns: When the skin is exposed to excessive dry heat, it burns. For example- electricity, corrosive substances, and of course- fire. The first step towards treating burns and scalds is to figure out the extent and severity of the burn. The following are the different types of burns: First Degree burns- …

Boils develop when the hair follicle is infected by staph bacteria. Boils are deeper when compared to pustules. An abscess is a larger lesion containing pus in full. To prevent a boil from turning into an abscess, the boil should be covered with a dry dressing and allowed to be in that condition …

Every person covets smooth, blemish-free skin. With today’s stressful lifestyles, pollution, and unhealthy dietary habits, more and more are prone to acne breakout than ever before. Acne is an outbreak of pustules on the skin caused due to clogged pores or ingrown hair. Acne, if not treated dermatologically can lead …

A large variety of opinions exist on this topic. The available evidence is also not so convincing. It is a common opinion that greasy foods and chocolate can worsen the condition caused by acne. However, dermatologists feel that this is only a myth. For both opinions, there is little evidence. …