- Description
Introduction
Our skin – our body’s wrapper and barrier from attack, both visible and invisible. It is a huge part of our visual representation to the world, meaning it affects how others perceive us and we perceive ourselves.
Because of these perceptions, and because our self-esteem is tied (usually excessively) to them, anything which compromises our skin usually affects an individual’s peace of mind and happiness.
However, problems with the skin can go far beyond the aesthetic, ranging from annoying, through uncomfortable and painful, to dangerous.
When we take the time to consider the mighty job our skin does in protecting us from the harmful environmental elements thrown at us, it is amazing that our skin does not fail more than it does.
Considering how pre-occupied most of us are with our skin, it is a paradox that we are often so ignorant of our skin and its needs until it shows signs of damage. This damage often presents as what is known as a skin disorder.
This eBook details some of the common disorders that can affect our skin, their causes, symptoms, effects, and methods of prevention and treatment.
Table Of Contents
Skin Disorders
Disclaimer ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
5 Common Skin Disorders …………………………………………………………………… 6
Acne …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Eczema ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Seborrheic Dermatitis ………………………………………………………………………….. 8
Skin Cancer ………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Psoriasis …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Acne – Affecting Adolescents and Adults ………………………………………………. 10
How Does Acne Develop? …………………………………………………………………… 10
Who Gets Acne, and Why? ………………………………………………………………….. 11
Multiple Factors Contribute to Acne ……………………………………………………. 12
Prevention and Treatment is Available ………………………………………………… 12
What Is Eczema? ……………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Atopic Dermatitis or Atopic Eczema …………………………………………………….. 13
Contact Dermatitis …………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Asteatotic or Xerotic Eczema ………………………………………………………………. 14
Natural Treatments for Eczema …………………………………………………………… 14
What Is Seborrheic Dermatitis? …………………………………………………………… 16
Seborrheic Dermatitis in Babies and Adults ………………………………………….. 17
Causes of Seborrheic Dermatitis ………………………………………………………….. 17
Body Parts Affected by Seborrheic Dermatitis ……………………………………….. 19
Skin Cancer and Melanomas – What You Need to Know ………………………… 20
Melanoma ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20
2 Most Common Forms of Skin Cancer …………………………………………………. 22
What Is Psoriasis? ………………………………………………………………………………. 23
Psoriatic Arthritis ……………………………………………………………………………….. 24
Psoriasis Traditional Treatments ………………………………………………………….. 25
Psoriasis Natural Treatments ……………………………………………………………….. 25
What Is Rosacea? ………………………………………………………………………………… 27
Risk Factors for Rosacea……………………………………………………………………….. 28
The Four Subtypes of Rosacea ………………………………………………………………. 28
Factors that Trigger Rosacea Flare-Ups …………………………………………………. 29
What Is A Bacterial Skin Infection? ……………………………………………………….. 31
Common Skin Infections Caused by Bacteria ………………………………………….. 32
What Is A Fungal Skin Infection? ………………………………………………………….. 35
Yeast Infections …………………………………………………………………………………… 35
Athlete’s Foot ……………………………………………………………………………………… 35
Jock Itch …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 37
Ringworm …………………………………………………………………………………………… 37
What is A Viral Skin Infection? ……………………………………………………………… 38
Warts …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 38
Chickenpox …………………………………………………………………………………………. 40
Shingles ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 41
Molluscum Contagiosum ………………………………………………………………………. 41
Conclusion ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 42