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Skin (integumentary system) conditions

Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment approaches and prevention for common conditions. Browse A–Z, by body system, or search.

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Skin (integumentary system) conditions

Atopy of the flexure crease of the elbow Immune system

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

Non-infectious · Chronic

A common long-term skin condition causing dry, itchy, inflamed skin that comes and goes in flare-ups.

5 min read
Photograph showing a skin cancer lesion (superficial basal cell carcinoma) that looks reddish brown and slightly raised Skin (integumentary system)

Basal cell carcinoma

Non-infectious · Chronic

The most common type of skin cancer, which grows slowly on sun-exposed skin and rarely spreads.

5 min read
Calciphylaxis on a patient's abdomen Urinary system

Calciphylaxis

Non-infectious · Chronic

Calcium deposits in small vessels causing painful skin ulcers.

1 min read