Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Psoriasis and ringworm (tinea corporis) cause scaly rashes but have different causes and treatments. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition, while ringworm is a ...

Abnormal growth of fungus is usually more common in the monsoon, especially in the forms of tinea corporis (ringworm), intertrigo (inflammation in folds of the skin) and candidiasis. Areas under ...

The monsoon brings welcome relief from scorching summers, but for school-going children, it also invites an unwelcome guest: skin rashes. As a dermatologist, I often see a seasonal spike in cases ...

This is what motivated me to start a skin blog, Woke Within Skin, aimed at helping Black people with eczema and expressing their voices. It filled an obvious void that I'd personally experienced.

Pityriasis rosea and ringworm (tinea corporis) are both skin conditions that cause round, discolored patches. Ringworm is contagious through skin-to-skin contact, while pityriasis rosea is not ...

Bacterial skin infections occur more frequently in patients with atopic dermatitis, with research indicating higher rates of Staphylococcus aureus colonization on the skin of Black patients.

When it comes to SPF and melanated skin, the myths have been running rampant for far too long. Some folks still believe that the rich melanin acts as a natural barrier against the sun, making ...

Why Eczema Is More Common in People of Color Atopic dermatitis is an inflammatory skin condition that damages the skin barrier, causing itching, swelling, dryness, and open sores.

Most prehistoric Europeans had dark skin, hair and eyes well into the Iron Age, about 3,000 years ago, new research finds. Scientists found that the genes that cause lighter skin, hair and eyes ...

For Black People, Surviving Skin Cancer Begins With Knowing What to Look For—and Where Hint: It often shows up where the sun doesn’t shine. A guide to self-checking Black skin.

Ringworm, also known as tinea corporis, is a type of fungal skin infection. It’s common and highly contagious but not serious. It can often be treated with an over-the-counter topical fungicidal ...