On darker skin tones, this inflammation may appear dark red, purple ... the skin can get rough and scaly. These rough patches can also be itchy. Lichen planus can’t be cured, so treatments ...

EXPERT advice from Dr Zoe Williams, our resident specialist and NHS GP This week Dr Zoe Williams helps a reader who is ...

itchy skin. This condition is characterised by patches of red, inflamed skin that may be crusty, scaly, or oozing, as found in a study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association. The ...

We’re exploring practical ways to manage eczema flare-ups at work, so you can stay comfortable, focused, and as stress-free ...

Hives and rashes are two skin conditions that can look fairly similar. Here, experts explain the difference between hives and a rash, plus treatments.

But, like a surprising amount of other viruses, the coronavirus can also lead to annoying, itchy and even painful skin rashes ...

You should especially see a provider if you have itchiness on a raised, reddish patch ... and dark on people with darker skin ...

A common fungal skin infection, pityriasis versicolor causes patches of white, dark or pink to appear on ... harmful or contagious but can be mildly itchy,” says Dr Benar. Why is pityriasis ...

Scabies is a contagious skin condition that, if not treated promptly, can spread like wildfire. This Victorian-era disease is caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, causing itching and a ...