"In the case of vitiligo, the skin actually becomes depigmented, not just hypopigmented." It's always best to ...

Psoriasis does not generally start with blisters. Plaque psoriasis, the most common form, starts with raised, scaly, red or discolored patches of skin.

Tinea versicolor is a common condition that may cause patches of discolored skin, per MedlinePlus. These patches tend to be dry and scaly with sharp borders, and they may be lighter or darker than ...

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection of the feet that is easily spread and difficult to get rid of. This review compared different oral antifungal drugs (i.e. drugs taken by mouth), and ...

Albinism is no longer a clinical diagnosis. The past classification of albinism was predicated on phenotypic expression, but now molecular biology has defined the condition more accurately. With ...

Using cloves for hair growth is an alternative treatment for alopecia and hair thinning. Learn what research and people say about its effectiveness.