Skin diseases are always the villains in the story of people who love flawless and healthy skin. Skin diseases are diseases that affect your skin. These diseases vary from person to person. It might be a mild and treatable condition in some, but in others, it might be dangerous and life-threatening.

According to studies, India's prevalence of skin diseases varies between 4.2% and 11.6%. Dr. Manisha Shaney is a reputed and experienced dermatologist who will help you with your skin problems. Let us know more about different skin diseases, their causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

What is skin disease?

Skin is the cover and protection of a human body. Maintaining healthy skin is very important for personal health. Your skin helps you feel and protects your body from microorganisms. But skin diseases might make keeping you healthy difficult. Skin diseases are conditions or disorders that affect your skin severely. These are the conditions that deteriorate your skin texture.

What are the different types of skin diseases?

Skin diseases are of many types. Some of the common types of skin diseases are:

• Acne: It is the condition in which oil and dead skin cells block your hair follicles. It causes pimples, whiteheads, etc.
• Eczema: It is an inflammatory disease of the skin. It causes swelling and itchiness of the skin.
• Psoriasis: It is a chronic condition of the skin and is immune-mediated. It causes dry and raised plaques on the skin.
• Vitiligo: It is the condition in which the skin loses its pigment.
• Hives: It is a condition caused by allergic reactions to something. It occurs as red and itchy welts.id.
• Rosacea: It is caused by spicy food, sunlight, alcohol, etc.
• Skin cancer: Cancerous growth of skin cells.

What are the causes of skin diseases?

The causes of skin diseases vary with different types of skin diseases. Some of the common causes of skin diseases are:

• Blockage of air follicles by bacteria
• Week immune system
• Exposure to allergens
• Excess exposure to the sun
• Genetics
• Viruses
• Other chronic conditions like diabetes.

What are the symptoms of skin diseases?

The primary symptoms of skin diseases are:

• Dry skin
• Redness of skin
• Rashes
• Itchiness
• Lesions and ulcers
• Breakouts on the skin
• Painful blisters
• Dry skin
• Redness of skin
• Rashes
• Peeling skin
• Abnormal skin pigmentation
• Pus filled pimples and bumps
• White plaques on the skin

What are the diagnostic methods of skin diseases?

The doctor can identify the skin diseases by visually examining the affected area's symptoms. If not recognized by visual exams, diagnostic tests are also an option to confirm the condition. Some of the standard diagnostic methods are:

• Biopsy: The doctor will take a small sample of your skin and examine it under a microscope.
• Skin patch test: Allergic conditions can be confirmed by this test. Different substances or chemicals will be applied to your skin to monitor any adverse reactions.

What are the treatments for skin diseases?

Skin diseases are treatable conditions if the core cause or trigger is identified. If the cause of your condition is identified, Dr.Shaney will start with the treatment procedures. If a microbial infection causes the disease, she might prescribe you antibiotics. She might also prescribe you antihistamine medications to reduce the symptoms. If needed, Dr.Shaney will suggest you have laser treatment or other surgical procedures.