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  • Varicose eczema

    Read about varicose eczema, a long-term skin condition that affects the lower legs and is common in people with varicose veins

  • Topical corticosteroids

    Topical corticosteroids (steroids) are medicines that are applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation.

  • Rosacea

    Find out more about rosacea, a common long-term skin condition that mainly affects the face.

  • Pyoderma gangrenosum

    Find out about pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare skin condition that causes painful ulcers.

  • Psoriasis

    Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes flaky patches of skin, which form silvery-white or grey scales.

  • Pressure ulcers (pressure sores)

    Find out about pressure ulcers (pressure sores or bed sores), which are areas of damage to your skin and the tissue underneath.

  • Polymorphic light eruption

    Polymorphic light eruption is a fairly common skin rash triggered by exposure to sunlight or artificial ultraviolet light. It lasts for up to 2 weeks, healing without scarring.

  • Plastic surgery

    Read NHS information about plastic surgery, which is a type of surgery that repairs and reconstructs missing or damaged tissue and skin.

  • Pilonidal sinus

    NHS information about pilonidal sinus, which is a small hole or tunnel in the skin at the top of your bottom. Find out what the symptoms are and when to see a GP.

  • Penile cancer

    Find out about penile cancer, a rare type of cancer that mostly affects the skin of the penis.