Peeling skin on the feet can come from dryness, friction, fungus, eczema, psoriasis, or irritation. Learn when to seek care.
Why Is the Skin on My Feet Peeling?
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Why Do Some Warts Hurt?
Learn why some warts hurt, what can make them tender, and when a dermatologist should evaluate a painful or changing wart.
Why Do My Toenails Turn Thick and Yellow?
Thick yellow toenails may be linked to fungus, pressure, aging, psoriasis, or trauma. Learn when to see a dermatologist.
What Does Ringworm Infection Look Like?
Learn what ringworm may look like, why it can spread, what to do at home, and when a dermatologist should evaluate a rash.
Identifying Melanoma Under the Nail: Signs for Patients of Color
Learn nail melanoma warning signs in patients of color, what changes to watch for, and when to see a dermatologist in Fort Lauderdale.
What Does Skin Fungus Look Like?
Skin fungus can look different from person to person, but it often shows up as an itchy, scaly, red, pink, brown, or lighter-than-usual patch of skin. Some fungal rashes form a ring shape with a clearer center, while others appear as dry flakes, peeling between the toes, discoloration on the chest or back, or irritation… Read more »
Athlete’s Foot: Prevention and Foot Hygiene
Why Are My Cuticles Always Inflamed?
If your cuticles always look red, puffy, tender, or irritated, the most common reason is that the delicate skin barrier around the nail is being repeatedly disrupted. That can happen from frequent handwashing, cleaning products, manicures, nail biting, picking, pushing back the cuticle, moisture exposure, eczema, or an infection around the nail called paronychia. Inflamed… Read more »
Why Do My Feet Smell Even After Washing?
If your feet smell even after washing, it does not mean you are doing something wrong. Foot odor can linger when sweat, bacteria, shoes, socks, or a skin condition keep recreating the odor shortly after you clean your skin. The simple answer is that washing removes surface sweat and buildup, but it may not fully… Read more »
Can You Do Something About the Warts on My Hands?
Yes, a dermatologist can evaluate warts on the hands and talk with you about treatment options. Hand warts are common, and while many are harmless, they can be frustrating when they catch on jewelry, feel rough, spread around the fingers, or make you feel self-conscious in close-up situations. The right next step depends on what… Read more »
