Your body health check - skin
Worried about an odd looking rash or trying to cope with an ongoing skin problem? Have a look at this list of conditions which affect the skin, for facts and advice.
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Skin conditions
Allergies to house dust mites and pets
Abscess
Burns and scalds
Chicken pox
Contact dermatitis - an allergic reaction to a chemical or substance
Eczema
Hives
Impetigo - a skin infection on your face which causes blisters and pus
Insect stings and bites
Measles
Prickly heat rash
Psoriasis
Ringworm
Seborrhoeic warts - harmless dark growths on the skin. Common in the elderly
Shingles
Warts and verrucas
Read on for more:
- Full list of conditions which affect the skin
- A-Z of conditions
- Kids' health
Where next?
- Get natural and organic skin products from our Health shop
- How well are you? Take our Immune system quiz to find out
- Are home test kits worth it? Get the facts
- 10 symptoms you should never ignore
- Can't get to the doctors? Find out who else could help
- Allergic to certain foods? Diabetic? Have a look at our diets for conditions
- What you should eat to stay healthy or try one of our healthy eating diets
- If you lack energy or have trouble getting around try one of our easy exercises to suit your age and body
- Need more energy? Find out what foods could give you a boost
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