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2. Paronychia - Wikipedia

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   Paronychia is an inflammation of the skin around the nail, which can occur suddenly (acute), when it is usually due to the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, or gradually (chronic) when it is commonly caused by Candida albicans. [2] The term is from Greek: παρωνυχία from para, "around", onyx, "nail" and the noun suffix -ia. [7] [8]

3. Keratolysis exfoliativa - Wikipedia

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   Keratolysis exfoliativa (also known as"lamellar dyshidrosis", [1] "recurrent focal palmar peeling", [2] "recurrent palmar peeling" [1]: 212 [2]) is a sometimes harmless, sometimes painful skin condition that can affect the focal surface of the fingers and/or the palm or soles of the feet.

4. Angular cheilitis - Wikipedia

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   The term "cheilocandidiasis" describes exfoliative (flaking) lesions of the lips and the skin around the lips, and is caused by a superficial candidal infection due to chronic lip licking. [14] Less severe cases occur during cold, dry weather, and is a form of chapped lips. Individuals may lick their lips in an attempt to provide a temporary ...

5. If Your Nails Are Peeling, It Could Mean You Have This ... - AOL

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   Peeling nails usually isn’t a cause for concern, but anytime you notice changes in your hair, skin, and/or nails, it’s always a good idea to consult with your dermatologist, says Dr. Mraz ...

6. Dyshidrosis - Wikipedia

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   Treatment is generally made with steroid cream, [20] although this can be dangerous in the long term due to the side effect of thinning of the skin, which is particularly troublesome in the context of hand dyshidrosis due to the amount of toxins and bacteria the hands typically come in contact with. [8]

7. Post-maturity syndrome - Wikipedia

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   The syndrome also causes fetal problems like dry peeling skin, overgrown nails, abundant scalp hair, visible creases on palms and soles, absence of vernix caseosa, loss of subcutaneous fat, and green or yellow skin colour due to meconium staining.

8. Onychomycosis - Wikipedia

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   As the infection progresses the nail can become brittle, with pieces breaking off or coming away from the toe or finger completely. If left untreated, the skin underneath and around the nail can become inflamed and painful. There may also be white or yellow patches on the nailbed or scaly skin next to the nail, [7] and a foul smell. [8]

9. Darier's disease - Wikipedia

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   Benzoyal peroxide 5% gel. Antibacterial effect and removes dead skin, but frequent use can cause skin irritation and other side effects, as well as bleaching of hair and clothes. [citation needed] Topical corticosteroids. [citation needed] 3. Oral medications: Retinoids (Acitretin, Isotretinoin). If symptoms are severe, oral retinoids have been ...