Parasitic skin diseases

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Parasitic skin diseases include

Achondroplasia: What are the causes, symptoms of congenital bone disorder?

Achondroplasia

Achondroplasia refers to a developmental genetic disease of the bones and cartilage. Why does this congenital disorder occur and what are its characteristic manifestations?

Alopecia (a condition of reduced hair quantity): what are its causes and symptoms?

Alopecie

Hair is considered to be the crown of beauty. It has a great influence on a person's overall appearance. Hair damage, which manifests itself in changes in colour, thickness and texture, is one of the reasons why we seek medical attention. What is alopecia?

Pediculosis: How do lice manifest themselves and what do they look like? What helps against them?

Pediculosis - lice

Pediculosis is a contagious and infectious disease that most commonly occurs in school-age children. Lice attach to a person's skin, lay eggs (nits) and reproduce. The disease manifests itself by itching.

Scabies: What it is, How to Recognise its Symptoms and How to Get Rid of it

Scabies

Scabies is a highly contagious skin infestation caused by the itch mite. It occurs mainly in people with poor hygiene. It commonly causes smaller epidemics in various sanitary facilities.