Pityrosporum folliculitis, also known as Malassezia folliculitis, is a fungal acneiform disease of the hair follicles that presents with papules and pustules on the upper body and face. The condition ...

As the old saying goes, “If I had a nickel for every time [something happened], I’d be rich.” For a dermatologist, the [something happened] stands for “Help—my back itches, Doc!” How often do I hear ...

Do you complain of itchy skin every time you take a shower? Do you wonder why you find yourself scratching away at that annoying itch, wondering what is causing it? Post-shower itchiness is a common ...

Oak leaf itch mites, tiny pests that feed on cicada eggs and oak midge fly larvae, can cause itchy rashes in humans. Symptoms of oak leaf itch mite bites include intense itching, rashes, and ...