Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is one of the most common skin conditions and occurs when a person has an allergic reaction to a substance that comes into contact with the skin. This can take the form of rashes, redness, blisters, swelling and itching.

A plantar wart (also called plantar wart) is a painful and persistent wart that forms on the sole of the foot. It is a benign skin growth caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Plantar warts are usually small but have a deep root, so they can be very painful.

Erysipelas or erysipelas is a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues that causes redness, swelling and pain. The disease is caused by various bacteria, but most commonly by streptococci. The infection can result from open wounds, insect bites, or other injuries to the skin. Treatment includes antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, as well as cooling measures to relieve pain and swelling.

Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection of the skin of the feet. It is a very common disease that can be caused by different types of fungi.

Shingles (herpes zoster) is a painful disease caused by the recurrence of the varicella zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox. The virus remains inactive in the body after chickenpox infection and can be reactivated later in the form of shingles. The disease mainly affects the elderly and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms are usually unilateral and include pain, itching, and rash in the form of vesicles or pustules. Diagnosis is usually based on clinical symptoms, but can be confirmed by laboratory testing. Early treatment can relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Therapy usually includes antiviral medications, analgesics, and anti-inflammatories.

Hand eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that manifests on the hands and can be triggered by a variety of factors.

Hives (also called urticaria) is a common skin condition characterized by itchy, red, raised rashes. Symptoms can last from a few hours to several weeks and can be triggered by a variety of causes, including infections, medications, foods and allergic reactions. Hives can occur at any age and affect both men and women.

Nail fungus, also called onychomycosis, is an infection caused by fungi. It occurs when fungal spores invade the nail plate and infect the nail structure and bed.