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Vitiligo (/ ˌ v ɪ t ɪ ˈ l aɪ ɡ oʊ /, vit-il-eye-goh) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes patches of skin to lose pigment or color. [1] The cause of vitiligo is unknown, but it may be related to immune system changes, genetic factors, stress, or sun exposure. [5] [6] Treatment options include topical medications, light therapy ...
The exact cause of this condition is not known, but it involves collagen degeneration and a granulomatous response in the layer of the skin called the dermis, often affecting the deeper fat layer and thickening dermal blood vessels. Diagnosis is confirmed through a skin biopsy showing inflammatory cell infiltrate and necrotising vasculitis.
High triglyceride levels can cause lipemia retinalis, a condition in which the veins and arteries in your eye become discolored, turning a creamy white or red color. You might notice blurred ...
A skin condition, also known as cutaneous condition, is any medical condition that affects the integumentary system—the organ system that encloses the body and includes skin, nails, and related muscle and glands. [1] The major function of this system is as a barrier against the external environment. [2]
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a vicious and smart adversary.It’s vicious because it greatly increases the odds of heart disease and stroke, some of the leading causes of ...
Over time, high blood pressure can cause damage to the arteries that can lead to health conditions including stroke, heart disease, kidney problems and dementia. There are multiple risk factors ...
Livedo reticularis is a common skin finding consisting of a mottled reticulated vascular pattern that appears as a lace-like purplish discoloration of the skin. [1] The discoloration is caused by reduction in blood flow through the arterioles that supply the cutaneous capillaries, resulting in deoxygenated blood showing as blue discoloration ().
You might only experience high blood pressure symptoms if your blood pressure is very high. Very high blood pressure can cause symptoms like: Nosebleeds. Anxiety. Severe headaches. Chest pain ...