Category skin health

Medications and sun: what is meant by phototoxicity?
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Medications and sun: what is meant by phototoxicity?

When the sun interacts with chemical molecules capable of sensitizing the skin, it is called " phototoxicity ". Unlike erythema and burns, caused mainly by short ultraviolet rays (UVB), toxic reactions are mainly due to the action of UVA. Some substances absorb the energy of solar radiation and transfer it to the skin tissues, causing damage to DNA or cell membranes

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Lipoma

What is a Lipoma Lipoma represents not only the most common form of benign tumor of adipose tissue, but also the most common non-cancerous neoplastic condition among all soft tissues. The lipoma is caused by an abnormal and excessive development of lipid cells (fat cells), which are surrounded by fibrous capsules
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I.Randi Mongolian Stain

Generality The Mongolian bush is a type of melanocytosis that occurs mainly - but not exclusively - in individuals of Asian race. More in detail, the Mongolian spot represents that which in medical jargon is defined as congenital dermal melanocytosis in the low-back region and is characterized by a particular bluish color
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I.Randi Nodular Melanoma

Generality Nodular melanoma is the most aggressive form of cutaneous melanoma. In detail, nodular melanoma is a malignant tumor lesion that has a high mortality rate, probably because it is difficult to identify and characterized by a high speed of development. It is, in fact, a skin tumor that is manifested subtly and that could be confused with other benign skin lesions
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Mollusk Contagious: Diagnosis and Care

Introduction The contagious mollusc is an infectious disease with a viral etiology that affects the skin and, in some circumstances, the mucous membranes. Although it is a benign disease, the contagious mollusk must always be kept under control: for this purpose, a differential diagnosis with pathologies characterized by similar lesions is necessary, also useful for managing a possible - even if unlikely - malignant lesion transformation
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Molluscum contagiosum

Key points "Contagious mollusc" is defined as a viral infection of the skin and mucous membranes: it is an extremely contagious disease, but fortunately benign. Contagious mollusk: causes The cause of the contagious mollusc resides in a viral infection supported by DNA viruses, belonging to the Poxviridae family
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In the Rossi on the Skin of I.Randi

Generality When we talk about reds on the skin, we generally refer to the presence on the skin surface of those that, in medical terms, are called ruby angiomas . Ruby angiomas are usually benign tumor formations originating from endothelial cells located in blood vessels. Fortunately, in most cases, the red moles on the skin are not dangerous and do not cause particular discomfort to the patient, but this does not have to be underestimated
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Congenital Melanocytic nevus of I.Randi

Generality A congenital melanocytic nevus, by definition, is a melanocytic nevus present on the skin of the individual since birth. More in detail, it is a melanocytic skin lesion that can occur on more or less extensive areas of skin. Depending on the type and size of the nevus, the clinical picture of the patient who manifests it may vary
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Melanocytic nevus - Neo Melanocytic of I.Randi

Generality Melanocytic nevus is the generic term used to indicate different types of snow that can appear on the skin. In detail, the melanocytic nevus is a hyperpigmented cutaneous lesion of a benign nature which, however, can evolve into a malignant form, thus causing the onset of skin tumors such as melanoma
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Colinergic Urticaria

Generality Cholinergic urticaria is a skin disorder that manifests itself in response to a hot thermal stimulus and that, therefore, does not depend on causes of an allergic nature. Due to this characteristic, cholinergic urticaria belongs to the group of so-called " physical urticaria ", that is, a set of pathologies (both localized and generalized) that occur on skin and mucous membranes following different types of physical stimuli (thermal, mechanical or by electromagnetic radiation)
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Smooth and Soft Leather

Generality Undisputed instrument of seduction together with long hair and defined lips, smooth and soft skin is a desire to which a good slice of the female world aspires. Let's immediately dispel the belief that a skin as smooth as silk could only be seen in photographs, thanks to skilful graphic retouching
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