Sunday, April 20, 2008

Skin Lesions

Pictures from Medline Plus Encyclopedia



Blackheads caused by a small plug in the opening of a follicle on the skin



Cellulitis due to staph, strep or other bacterial infection



Atopic dermatitis chronic skin disorder categorized by scaly and itching rashes. Commonly seen in people that suffer allergies



Athletes foot due to Tinea (fungus) infection



Acne vulgaris occurs when tiny holes on the surface of the skin called pores become clogged



Shingles caused by infection with Herpes Zoster (virus)



Ringworm caused by Tinea corporis infection (fungus)

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