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Psoriasis
What is psoriasis?
Occurs when skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry, red patches.
It may be linked to a problem in the immune system.
The most common symptom is a skin rash and may involve nails and/or joints.
Atopic Dermatitis
What is atopic dermatitis?
Itchy inflammation of the skin. Commonly known as eczema.
Most common in teenagers and young adults.
Common symptoms may include blackheads, whiteheads, pus-filled pimples and/or large, red, tender bumps.
Molluscum Contagiosum
What is molluscum contagiosum?
A viral skin infection that results in round, firm, painless bumps.
The condition spreads through contact with an infected person or a contaminated object.
Though painless, the small bumps might itch. Scratched bumps can spread infection to surrounding skin.