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  2. Porphyria cutanea tarda - Wikipedia

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    Due to the highly conjugated structure of porphyrins involving alternating single and double carbon bonds, these compounds exhibit a deep purple color, resulting in the discoloration observed in the skin. Excess alcohol intake decreases hepcidin production which leads to increased iron absorption from the gut and an increase in oxidative stress.

  3. Can stress cause a rash? Experts reveal links between ... - AOL

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    When a stress rash manifests as hives, it looks like raised, itchy bumps on the skin that may be red or pink. Hives can be a collection of individual bumps or connected, making one large bump.

  4. Seborrhoeic dermatitis - Wikipedia

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    Flaking, dry or greasy, red, itchy, and inflamed skin [2] [3] Duration: Several weeks to lifelong [4] Causes: Multiple factors [4] Risk factors: Stress, dry skin, winter, poor immune function, Parkinson disease [4] Diagnostic method: Based on symptoms [4] Differential diagnosis: Psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, tinea capitis, rosacea, systemic ...

  5. Dermatitis - Wikipedia

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    Also, the area of the skin on which the symptoms appear tends to be different with every type of dermatitis, whether on the neck, wrist, forearm, thigh or ankle. Although the location may vary, the primary symptom of this condition is itchy skin. More rarely, it may appear on the genital area, such as the vulva or scrotum.

  6. Dry or Itchy Skin? Here's Why... and How to Fix It - AOL

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    There are plenty of causes of dry and itchy skin, a few of which are simple mistakes you're making. But why does it happen so frequently? ... But why does it happen so frequently? Skip to main ...

  7. Here’s Why You Have Dry Skin on Your Face—And How to Deal

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  8. Ichthyosis vulgaris - Wikipedia

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    Many people with severe ichthyosis have problems sweating due to the buildup of scales on the skin. This may lead to problems such as "prickly itch", which results from the afflicted skin being unable to sweat due to the buildup of scales, or problems associated with overheating. The majority of people with vulgaris can sweat at least a little.

  9. Causes of cancer - Wikipedia

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    Chronic damage due to alcohol consumption can lead to liver cirrhosis (pictured above) and the development of hepatocellular carcinoma, a form of liver cancer. Alcohol is an example of a chemical carcinogen. The World Health Organization has classified alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen. [37] In Western Europe 10% of cancers in males and 3% of ...