Esthetics - beauty, skin, hair
Psoriasis: Non-infectious, but long-term disease, what are its symptoms?
Psoriasis, also known as psoriasis, is one of the most common skin diseases and affects about 3 percent of the population.
Lyme disease: How does transmission occur and how does it manifest? + Treatment
Lyme disease is a multi-systemic infectious disease of bacterial origin. Humans become infected with this disease after being bitten by an insect. This spot is typically reddened by a large rash. It can take place in a lighter form. Chronic disease is sometimes treated for many years.
Pemphigus: What is pemphigus, why does it occur and what are its symptoms?
Pemphigus is a very rare skin disease. Few people know that it can have serious consequences.
What is rosacea - rosacea? What are its causes, symptoms (spots on the face)?
Rosacea is one of the relatively common diseases that dermatologists commonly encounter in their practice. It is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. Rosacea takes various forms. Most often, the symptoms are localised to the central parts of the face. This disease is therefore also psychologically unpleasant.
Scabies: What it is, How to Recognise its Symptoms and How to Get Rid of it
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.
Vitiligo: What is vitiligo and what are its causes and symptoms? When does it start?
Vitiligo is called by some the disease of white spots. Let's look at the causes of this disease and treatment options.
Rubella: Why does it occur and what are the symptoms?
Rubella is an infectious viral disease. It manifests itself as a skin rash to seeding all over the body. Nowadays, thanks to regular vaccination, this disease is relatively rare.
Why do white patches appear on the skin?
The skin protects us from the external environment. It is our protective covering. Changes on its surface are immediately visible. The loss of pigment, but also other changes in colour alert us that something is wrong. In addition to diseases related to the skin itself, it also alerts us to other diseases that may have skin manifestations.
Unaesthetic nail lines: why do they occur? Can they be prevented?
Nail ridges can be related to a disease or lack of nutrition. They occur on both fingernails and toenails. Their appearance is most commonly observed with increasing age.
Deformed nails - what are their most common causes?
Some diseases signal their presence on the skin and also on the nails. They are manifested by a change in colour, but also in the shape of the nail (deformation). In addition to diseases of other organs, the nail itself and its bed may be affected. Alternatively, there may be external damage.
Hyperpigmentation: what are the causes of dark spots on the skin?
Brown spots on the skin, in the form of freckles, occur in some people from an early age. We know of cases of hyperpigmentation after sunbathing. These cases do not indicate a disease. But sometimes they can be a sign of a disease. It can be a disease of the skin, but it can also be a disease of another system.
Scars on the skin: what do they arise from + what are the treatment options?
Scars form as part of the healing process after skin damage. Most people will get a scar of some kind during their lifetime. It can be the result of an accident, surgery or a poorly healing skin condition.
Brittle nails and their main causes? How can they be combated?
Brittle nails are a concomitant of certain diseases. Proper hygiene and lifestyle protect the nails from increased brittleness.
Ingrown nails: why do they arise? Diagnosis and treatment
Ingrown nails are also known as spoon-shaped nails. They can indicate various disorders, both local and general. It is a pathological shape of the nail plate. What are the causes of ingrown nails?
Slow nail growth: what could be the cause? How to promote nail growth?
In most cases, slow nail growth does not necessarily indicate any serious disease. The rate of growth is individual and depends on many internal and external factors. What are the possible causes of slow nail growth?
Blisters: why do they form? Help and treatment - can it be punctured?
Almost everyone experiences a blister in life. The most common type of blisters are blisters caused by friction and mechanical damage. Blisters can also arise as a result of various diseases. What health problems are manifested by a blister? How to treat it correctly?
What is an ulcer, types of ulcers, their causes, symptoms and treatment?
An ulcer is a defect of the mucous membrane or skin (depending on its location). It can lead to various complications.
Dandruff in the hair. Is it caused by oily hair or is the problem somewhere else?
It is said that hair is the crown of beauty. All of us would like to look good, and that is why we often visit hair salons. The aesthetic aspect is very important for people's lives today. However, more often than not, an aesthetic problem is very closely linked to a health problem. In the same way, dandruff in the hair, i.e. its excessive formation, can be triggered by various influences. In some cases, it can be a disease. Therefore, it is important to know what triggered the excessive formation of unaesthetic white scales in the scalp and, based on this, to take a stance on the solution and treatment.
Parasitic fungus, candidiasis: can skin fungus harm the organs?
The ubiquitous fungus afflicts adults and children alike, from the newborn period onwards. Fungal diseases can be both trivial and serious. The most common ones include foot fungus or vaginal mycosis. Rarely, organ involvement can occur in weakened individuals, when an initially harmless fungus becomes a dangerous parasite. The manifestations of mycotic infections are so varied that they are not always easy to recognise. They are often confused with other infections.
Parasites, lice or other diseases in our schools and nurseries?
The beginning of the school year is behind us, and young preschoolers and schoolchildren have to get used not only to the school regime or school duties. Their organism and immunity have to deal with various diseases that often occur in children's groups.