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Dermatophagia is a type of pica that involves gnawing or biting one's own skin, usually at the fingers, nails, or mouth. It can be a symptom of OCD, autism, or other conditions, and it can cause infections, bleeding, and discoloration.
Excoriation disorder, also known as dermatillomania or skin picking disorder, is a mental disorder that causes repeated picking at one's own skin. It can be triggered by stress, anxiety, or perceived skin defects, and can lead to physical damage, infection, and psychological distress.
Ciguatera is a foodborne illness caused by eating reef fish contaminated with ciguatoxins, which are produced by a marine organism called Gambierdiscus toxicus. Symptoms include gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and neurological effects, and may last for weeks to years.
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Prurigo nodularis (PN) is a chronic (long-term) skin condition that causes intense itching and firm bumps on the outer layer of the skin, known as nodules. As a result of the itching, some people ...
A newly approved drug for the treatment of atopic dermatitis could make a big difference to people with moderate-to-severe eczema. Image credit: Sascha Lotz/picture alliance via Getty Images.
Fortunately, current treatments can help manage the disease's effects and help most people with RA lead productive lives. Related: Pictures of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Knees, Hands, and More Lupus
Dermatographic urticaria is a skin disorder that causes red wheals on the skin when scratched or rubbed. It is also known as dermographism, dermatographia, or skin writing. Learn about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.