Ectodermal dysplasia

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It covers and protects your body. Your skinHolds body fluids in, preventing dehydrationKeeps harmful microbes out, preventing infectionsHelps you feel things like heat, cold, and painKeeps your body temperature evenMakes vitamin D when the sun shines on itAnything that irritates, clogs, or inflames your skin can cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning, and itching. Allergies, irritants, your genetic makeup, and certain diseases and immune system problems can cause rashes, hives, and other skin conditions. Many skin problems, such as acne, also affect your appearance.NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

Disease Alternative Name

skin conditions

cutaneous disorders

dermatology

dermatologic disorders

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Dr. Dinesh Sharma

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Male child aged 2 yrs ,a case of ectodermal dysplasia ,having rt sided pneumothorax last December ,today's cxr shows lt ...See More

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Dr. Majaz Ahmad

General Practice

How to approach a case of anhydrosis

A 25 year old female with history of absent sweating from past 8 years. Before that she used to sweat. There is no other complaints but regular hyperthermia episodes in summer due to this. No dental or hair abnormalities. No other problems ...See More

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