Porokeratosis
A porokeratosis is a skin lesion characterized by thinned centre and surrounded by cornoid lamella (ridge-like border) caused by increasing number of ketatinocytes (skin cell surface). One of the common types of porokeratosis is Porokeratosis of Mibelli. (1) Porokeratosis Pictures...
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Pilar Cyst
What is a pilar cyst? A pilar cyst or medically known as trichilemmal cyst is a type of cyst containing keratin. It comes from the outer hair root sheath. What is keratin? It is a type of protein that consist...
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Bruised Toenail
A bruised toenail is usually not a cause of alarm. Normally, it does not possess a serious health concern, but it can limit your activities of daily living. If not handled properly, it could lead to a serious health problem....
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Brittle Toenails
The nail is composed of keratin, a type of protein. However, some people have slow keratin production. In some conditions, the keratin is destroyed. This causes the nail to become dry and brittle. About 20% of the US population is...
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Brown Nails
When it comes to taking good care of the nails, people think that it is just enough to cut, trim, and decorate it. Don’t you know that your nails can say something about your health? The normal color of the...
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Fordyce Spots
What are Fordyce Spots? Fordyce spots are raised areas of skin located on or around the sexual organs or on the face around the lips. They are harmless and should not cause alarm. The color of these spots can range...
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