1. Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common skin diseases among all human cancers. Every human carries billions of cancerous cells in their body. Cancer occurs when the cells grow and multiply without any form of control. As they multiply, they form a mass called Tumor. Tumor found on the skin is called lesion. Tumors are considered fatal if they are spread to other remote organs via bloodstream or lymphatic system.
Causes:
- Ultraviolet light exposure
- Use of tanning lotions
- High x-rays exposure
- Contact with chemicals such as soot, hydrocarbons in tar, oils
- Fair skin that freckles and sunburns easily
Go to a dermatologist for a check-up if you have suspicious mole or lesion. Biopsy will be done to determine whether you have malignant melanoma.
2. Viral Skin Disease
This type of disease is caused by viral infections. It is usually temporary but highly contagious. Chicken pox, measles, herpes 1, herpes 2 are examples of viral skin diseases. Patients will experience fever, blisters, cold symptoms, rash and cold sores. Vaccines are available for measles and chicken pox.
3,. Fungal Skin Disease
Fungal infections are caused by microscopic fungi. The fungi live on the dead skin cells which are commonly found on athlete's foot and ringworm. Patients will experience rash, redness and burning. If not treated, these fungal infections may be spread to other parts of the body. It is advised to wash all linens, towels and clothes regularly to avoid fungal infections.
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