Many people complain of itching in the body especially in hot weather and in humid or wet conditions. We may be in the presence of fungi that cause the so-called mycoses, so it is important to understand the characteristics of these diseases.

Did you get a sunburn during a walk in the countryside, on the beach or on the street? The sun offers numerous health benefits, promotes our well-being and is essential to life. However, there may be some problems related to excessive exposure to th...

Scabies is a skin infection caused by a mite, Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis.This human parasite lives in tunnels under our skin, forming burrows and lesions. Scabies is usually transmitted from person to person through physical contact. The mite can...

People suffering from atopic dermatitis have an extremely sensitive and reactive skin, which demands specific care.

Acne is one of the most prevalent skin diseases worldwide. This condition is more frequent among adolescents; however, it may persist until 20 or 30 years of age. Acne is not restricted to adolescence. In fact, its prevalence in adulthood (30 - 40 ye...

Seborrheic dermatitis is a disorder caused by chronic inflammation of the skin, in regions where there is a high number of sebaceous glands, causing the appearance of greasy films and peeling.

Rosacea (or coupe rosé) is a quite common inflammatory and chronic skin disease, being more frequent in women from 30 years old, with light and thin skin, eyes, and light hair. As a disease that affects blood vessels and sebaceous glands, it usually...

Hyperpigmentation is a skin problem in which areas with uneven pigmentation appear, due to the increased amount of melanin. In hyperpigmentation, spots or darker areas appear on the skin that may be due to sun exposure, age or associated with skin p...