You’ve probably heard of psoriasis—the chronic inflammatory condition that can cause itchy, scaly patches on your skin. Less well-known is a rare form of the disease called pustular psoriasis, which ...

From July 6 to 19, 2022, a total of 21 persons were infected by monkeypox (recently renamed mpox) virus (MPXV) that was likely to have been transmitted by means of piercing or tattooing at the same ...

Acne is a skin condition characterized by clogged pores. When pores get clogged, it causes red lesions — which you know as pimples — to form on the face or other areas of the body, especially those ...

The types of acne are blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, papules, nodules, and cysts. A papule is a raised lesion that can fill with pus and become a pustule. Though you can treat most types of acne ...

Scalp folliculitis, acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN), and acne cosmetica are among several causes of pimple-like bumps on the scalp. Acne cosmetica results from hair products containing oil and typically ...

A 50-year-old man presents with a 2-day history of fever, malaise, and erythematous skin with widespread pustules. He reports a history of psoriasis and is concerned about the recent development of ...

The effects of acne on the quality of a child's life are comparable to those caused by such chronic diseases as asthma, seizures, and diabetes. The most common skin disease in teens, acne affects more ...

While it can be tempting to pop a pimple, dermatologists strongly discourage this approach. Why? Popping a pimple incorrectly can increase your risk of infection and scarring. Everyone gets pimples, ...