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• Guttate psoriasis
  ...s derived from the Latin word ''gutta'', meaning drop; this is because the skin lesions appear drop-like in shape. ...ly show up on the trunk and limbs, but can also appear on the scalp, face, and ears.
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• Munro's microabscess
  ...kin. This phenomenon is typically associated with [[psoriasis]], a chronic skin condition. ...can also be found in other skin conditions such as [[pustular psoriasis]] and [[impetigo]].
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• List of dermatologists
  ...tology]]. The term is derived from the Greek words ''derma'' meaning skin, and ''logia'' meaning study of. ...osmetic disorders of the skin, including [[Hair loss]], [[Scars]], and the skin changes associated with aging.
  2 KB (222 words) - 22:15, 14 February 2024
• Pustular psoriasis
  == Pustular Psoriasis == ...s a rare form of [[psoriasis]] characterized by widespread pustules on the skin.
  2 KB (283 words) - 06:25, 13 February 2024
• Pruritus scroti
  ...cles]]. The term is derived from the Latin word 'Pruritus' meaning 'itch', and 'Scroti' referring to the scrotum. ...s, including [[dermatological conditions]], [[allergies]], [[infections]], and systemic diseases. Some common causes include:
  2 KB (232 words) - 17:48, 9 February 2024
• Exanthematic pustular psoriasis
  == Exanthematic Pustular Psoriasis == ...sis]], a chronic skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches on the skin.
  2 KB (225 words) - 04:22, 12 February 2024
• Skin biopsy
  == Skin Biopsy == ...medical procedure where a sample of [[skin]] tissue is removed, processed, and examined under a microscope to diagnose or rule out certain conditions.
  2 KB (277 words) - 06:17, 8 February 2024
• Risankizumab
  ...al antibody medication used for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. It is marketed under the brand name '''[[Skyrizi]]''' by [[AbbVie Inc.]]. ...NN), where "zu" signifies humanized, "mab" stands for monoclonal antibody, and "risan" is a unique stem.
  2 KB (238 words) - 02:30, 7 February 2024
• Ointments
  ...of [[Topical medication|topical medication]] that are used to apply on the skin or mucous membranes for various medical purposes. ...fects. Ointments are typically oil-based, which allows them to stay on the skin longer than other forms of topical medication, such as [[Creams|creams]] or
  2 KB (248 words) - 19:50, 5 February 2024
• Pachyderma
  ...derma'', meaning "skin") is a medical term used to describe a condition of skin thickening or hardening. ...pachys'' (παχύς), which means "thick", and ''derma'' (δέρμα), which means "skin".
  2 KB (226 words) - 04:43, 6 February 2024
• Skin rashes
  == Skin Rashes == ...wollen skin. They may be accompanied by symptoms such as redness, itching, and pain.
  2 KB (300 words) - 21:08, 12 February 2024
• Immunodermatology
  ...branch of [[medicine]] that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders characterized by defective responses of the body's [[immune syste ...hree words: "Immuno" referring to the immune system, "derma" meaning skin, and "ology" which denotes the study of a particular field.
  2 KB (248 words) - 01:16, 8 February 2024
• Scratch dermatitis
  ...ɪs/) is a type of [[skin condition]] that is characterized by inflammation and itching, often as a result of scratching. ...'s nails, and the Greek word "dermatitis," which means inflammation of the skin.
  2 KB (295 words) - 17:42, 7 February 2024
• Fissure of the nipple
  ...but can also occur due to other causes such as trauma, skin conditions, or infections. ...ma to the nipple, skin conditions such as [[eczema]] or [[psoriasis]], and infections such as [[mastitis]].
  2 KB (268 words) - 06:24, 12 February 2024
• Risankizumab-rzaa
  ...a monoclonal antibody used in the treatment of moderate to severe [[plaque psoriasis]]. It is marketed under the brand name '''Skyrizi'''. ...anized antibody, "-ki-" signifies the target which is the interleukin (IL) and "-ris" is a random prefix.
  2 KB (221 words) - 01:33, 8 February 2024
• Paint
  ...o the skin or mucous membranes. It is typically used to treat a variety of skin conditions or to provide a protective barrier. ...also be used to provide a protective barrier on wounds or to treat fungal infections such as [[athlete's foot]].
  1 KB (189 words) - 05:54, 4 February 2024
• Diflorasone
  ...[[rashes]]. It is available in various forms including creams, ointments, and lotions. The term "Diflorasone" is derived from the words "di", meaning two, and "florasone", a term used to describe a group of synthetic corticosteroids.
  2 KB (253 words) - 14:57, 6 February 2024
• Skin disease
  == Skin disease == ...with "skin" deriving from the Old Norse word "skinn," meaning animal hide, and "disease" coming from the Old French "desaise," meaning lack of ease.
  2 KB (291 words) - 22:42, 8 February 2024
• Skin disorders
  == Skin disorders == ...Old English ''scinn'' meaning "skin" and the Latin ''dis'' meaning "apart" and ''ordo'' meaning "arrangement".
  2 KB (274 words) - 23:07, 12 February 2024
• Skin conditions
  == Skin Conditions == ...ndition" is derived from the Old Norse word "skinn", meaning hide or pelt, and the Latin word "condicio", meaning agreement or condition.
  2 KB (288 words) - 06:55, 13 February 2024

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