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People with dermatophagia chew their skin out of compulsion, and can do so on a variety of places on their body. [8] Those with dermatophagia typically chew the skin surrounding their fingernails and joints. They also chew on the bottom of their feet/toes, inside of their mouth, cheeks, and/or lips, causing blisters in and outside of the mouth.
Bed bug. Bed bugs are parasitic insects from the genus Cimex, who are micropredators that feed on blood, usually at night. [ 7] Their bites can result in a number of health impacts, including skin rashes, psychological effects, and allergic symptoms. [ 5] Bed bug bites may lead to skin changes ranging from small areas of redness to prominent ...
The epaulette shark ( / ɛpəlɛt ʃɑːrk /, Hemiscyllium ocellatum) is a species of longtailed carpet shark of the family Hemiscylliidae, found in shallow, tropical waters off Australia and New Guinea (and possibly elsewhere). The common name of this shark comes from the very large, white-margined black spot behind each pectoral fin, which ...
Delusional parasitosis (DP) or delusional infestation[ 2] is a mental disorder in which individuals have a persistent delusion that they are infested with living or nonliving agents, such as parasites, insects, or bacteria, when no such infestation is present. [ 3] Individuals may present with dermatologic symptoms, such as excoriation or ...
Jackson's paternity of his three children is questioned in public due to their light skin color. [113] Jackson's cosmetic surgeries are also regarded as an attempt to look white. Another theory says Jackson did not want to look like his father. People close to Jackson say he did not want to remove himself from the race. [114]
Leprosy. Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease ( HD ), is a long-term infection by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae or Mycobacterium lepromatosis. [ 4][ 7] Infection can lead to damage of the nerves, respiratory tract, skin, and eyes. [ 4] This nerve damage may result in a lack of ability to feel pain, which can lead to the loss of parts of ...
Spider bite. A spider bite, also known as arachnidism, is an injury resulting from the bite of a spider. The effects of most bites are not serious. [ 1] Most bites result in mild symptoms around the area of the bite. [ 1] Rarely they may produce a necrotic skin wound or severe pain. [ 2]: 455. Most spiders do not cause bites that are of ...
Common symptoms of a snake bite include: Severe pain, tenderness, and swelling. Bleeding and fang marks on the skin. Seizures. Numbness and tingling. Blurry vision. A taste of metal, mint, or ...