Another skin diseases for your personal health care information. Pityriasis versicolor is a common superficial skin infection caused by yeasts of the genus Malassezia. The yeasts are usually found on sebum lipid -rich areas of the body such as the trunk, back, face and scalp. Malassezia yeasts are part of the normal skin flora which may cause [...]

Sunscreens and sun blocks are lotions containing one or more protective chemicals that absorb, reflect or scatter ultraviolet rays. Sun Protection Factor (SPF) indicates the specific amount of protection that is provided by a particular sunscreen product. An SPF of 15 indicates that it will protect you 15 times longer than when you stay in [...]

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease affecting millions all over the world. It is a lifelong and painful disease. America alone has thousands of people having psoriasis. Lack of proper information about the disease and proper medical care has led to its wide spread all over the world.

Eczema is a well-known skin condition that causes the skin to become red, dry and very itchy. In extreme cases, it can lead to skin infections that must be treated with antibiotics.

Eczema is considered as being a quite common condition, affecting men and women and even children around the globe today.  The term eczema refers to an inflammatory condition of the skin, in which the main symptoms are red cracked skin and itching.