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2. Dermatophagia - Wikipedia

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   Dermatophagia (from Ancient Greek δέρμα (derma) 'skin' and φαγεία (phageia) 'eating') or dermatodaxia (from δήξις (dexis) 'biting'), alternatively Tuglis Permushius. [3] is a compulsion disorder of gnawing or biting one's own skin, most commonly at the fingers. This action can either be conscious or unconscious [4] and it is ...

3. Excoriation disorder - Wikipedia

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   The fingers have been compulsively picked and chewed in someone with excoriation disorder and dermatophagia. Compulsive picking of the face using nail pliers and tweezers. Episodes of skin picking are often preceded or accompanied by tension, anxiety, or stress. [6] In some cases, following picking, the affected person may feel depressed. [5]

4. Should you see a doctor for that skin rash? Experts share ...

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   Start with over-the-counter treatments first. For instance, if your skin looks dry, use a gentle moisturizer, Hu advises, and if the rash itches, use an over-the-counter cortisone cream for a week ...

5. Schamberg disease - Wikipedia

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   Schamberg's disease, or progressive pigmented purpuric dermatosis, is a chronic discoloration of the skin which usually affects the legs and often spreads slowly. This disease is more common in males and may occur at any age from childhood onward. This condition is observed worldwide and has nothing to do with race or ethnic background.

6. What to Know About Dermatophagia, the ‘Skin-Eating ... - AOL

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7. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common Skin Rashes

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   Easy flushing, a stinging sensation, and small, pus-filled pimples are other common signs of the condition, which is often confused with acne breakouts. Other symptoms to note: With rosacea, skin ...

8. Prurigo nodularis - Wikipedia

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   Prurigo nodularis (PN), also known as nodular prurigo, is a skin disorder characterized by pruritic (itchy), nodular lesions, which commonly appear on the trunk, arms and legs. [1] Patients often present with multiple excoriated nodules caused by chronic scratching. Although the exact cause of PN is unknown, PN is associated with other ...

9. Dermatophyte - Wikipedia

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   Dermatophyte. Dermatophyte (from Greek δέρμα derma "skin" (GEN δέρματος dermatos) and φυτόν phyton "plant") [1] is a common label for a group of fungus of Arthrodermataceae that commonly causes skin disease in animals and humans. [2] Traditionally, these anamorphic (asexual or imperfect fungi) mold genera are: Microsporum ...