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Atopic dermatitis is a chronic pruritic inflammatory skindisease that occurs most frequently in children, but also affects adults. Atopic dermatitis is oftenassociated with elevated serum level of immunoglobulin E and a personal or family history of atopy,which describes a group of disorders that includes eczema, asthma, and allergic rhinitis.Although sensitization to environmental or food allergens is clearly associated with the atopic dermatitis phenotype, it does not seem to be a causative factor but may be a contributory factor in asubgroup of patients with severe disease. The terms "dermatitis" and "eczema" are frequently used interchangeably. When the term "eczema" isused alone,...

Menopause is the cessation of menstrual periods due to the loss of ovarian function. Among the various phases of a woman’s life, menopause has the greatest impact on health and has been one of the most neglected areas of research. Hormonal changes caused by menopause can lead to problems in the skin and its annexes, and despite the high frequency of dermatologic signs and symptoms, studies on this topic are limited. In this article, we review the skin disorders that result from the hormonal changes of menopause and other common dermatoses observed during this period and assess possible therapeutic effect...

Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV) is a poxvirus that causes a chronic, localized infection, consisting of flesh-colored, dome-shaped papules on the skinof an infected individual. Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV) is a double-stranded DNA virus and member of the poxvirus family. MCV is in a different genus (Molluscipoxvirus) than the orthopoxviruses (variola, vaccinia, and monkeypox viruses). Four major genotypes of MCV have been identified, with MCV1 and MCV2 as the most common genotypes. MCV causes a chronic, localized infection with small papules on the skin. Similar to the virus that causes smallpox, the only known host for MCV is humans.Information about MCV...

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, wearing a face mask has become part of our daily routine. It’s now required in many public places, such as restaurants and grocery stores, as a barrier against the new coronavirus that spreads through respiratory droplets. If you develop breakouts from wearing a mask, you’re not alone. This condition, known as “maskne” (mask acne), is a common side effect of using a mask. Maskne doesn’t simply cause pimples, though. It may also result in skin issues including redness, bumpiness, and irritation. If you’re concerned about maskne, read on. We’ll explore the...