Tag: Skin lesions
Leprosy: Understanding a Stigmatized Disease
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is a long-term infectious disease that primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and mucosal surfaces of the upper...
Anthrax: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Explained
Anthrax is a severe infectious disease. The bacteria Bacillus anthracis causes this disorder. B. anthracis is a small, encapsulated, facultatively anaerobic or aerobic, gram-positive,...
Molluscum Contagiosum: Causes, Treatment & Prevention Tips
Molluscum Contagiosum is a viral skin condition in which there is the formation of multiple raised, smooth, pearl-like bumps (papules) on the skin. These...
Leishmaniasis: What You Need to Know
Leishmaniasis is a complex parasitic disease caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania, which is transmitted through the bite of infected sandflies. Its manifestations...
Pemphigus Vulgaris: Key Insights & Treatment Options
What is Pemphigus Vulgaris?
Pemphigus vulgaris belongs to the group of rare autoimmune disorders in which the body's immune system mistakenly identifies the epithelial cells,...
Lichen Planus: Understanding Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Lichen Planus (LP) is a chronic condition characterized by an inflammatory rash that can appear on the skin or inside the mouth. The lesions...
