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A-Z OF SKIN

Search our A to Z of Skin to find out more about common skin conditions and problems, their symptoms, causes and how they are diagnosed and treated. You can search by both common and medical names, or by medicine or treatment name.

Both common and medical names have been included to help your search, as well as the names of medications and treatments. There are also a number of cosmetic topics which explain the latest treatments for cosmetic concerns related to the skin. Our thanks go to the many College dermatologists have contributed to the information on this site.

The information provided in the A-Z of Skin is a general guide only and does not replace individual medical advice. Please speak to your doctor for advice about your situation. The ACD is not liable for any consequences arising from relying on this information.

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  • Ecthyma contagiosum

    Eecthyma contagiosum also known as Orf is an infection caused by the parapox virus which primarily infects sheep and goats. The condition is most commonly seen in animal handlers, butchers and farm workers. Anyone can become infected by touching the affected animals or by contact with infected pastures. Orf occurs worldwide.

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  • Eczema in Pregnancy

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  • Enteroviral Vesicular Stomatitis

    Also known as ... Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease. Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis or hand foot and mouth disease is a common contagious viral illness that spreads from person to person. It usually occurs in children but can affect individuals of any age. It is a usually a short illness (7 to 10 days) that results in fever, tiredness and tiny oval shaped blisters on the hands, feet and painful erosions in the mouth but resolves without treatment. In rare cases, the disease can be more serious.

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  • Eosinophilic Cellulitis

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  • Epidermal Naevus

    Epidermal Naevus (EN) is a term for a group of birthmarks made from cells from the outer portion of the skin (the epidermis), which appear in one or many lines or in a swirled pattern.

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  • Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis

    Also known as … Treeman syndrome, Lewandowsky-Lutz syndrome, Lewandowsky-Lutz Dysplasia.   Epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV) is a rare inherited skin condition that predisposes a person to infections caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

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  • Epidermoid Cyst

    Also known as ... Sebaceous Cyst, Epidermoid Inclusion Cyst, Infundibular Cyst, Epidermal Cyst, Epidermal Inclusion Cyst What is an Epidermoid Cyst? An epidermoid cyst is a benign walled-off cavity filled with keratin which originates from the hair follicle unit.

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  • Epidermolysis Bullosa

    Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a group of rare inherited skin fragility disorders which are characterised by blistering of the skin with minor injury.

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  • Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita

    Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita (EBA) is a rare blistering disease which produces deep, tense blisters on the skin and mucosal surfaces (mouth, genitals, nose and eyes) which typically heal with scarring. EBA can occur at any age but more frequently affects elderly persons.

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