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  • Epidermolysis bullosa

    Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a general term used to describe a group of rare, inherited skin disorders that cause the skin to become very fragile.

  • Discoid eczema

    Read about discoid eczema (nummular or discoid dermatitis), a long-term (chronic) skin condition that causes the skin to become itchy, reddened, dry and cracked

  • Diphtheria

    Diphtheria is a potentially fatal contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat, and sometimes the skin. It is very rare in England.

  • Contact dermatitis

    Read about contact dermatitis, a type of eczema that causes inflammation of the skin when you come into contact with a particular substance.

  • Cellulitis

    Cellulitis is a potentially serious infection in the deeper layers of your skin. Find out about the symptoms, causes, treatments and possible complications.

  • Burns and scalds

    Burns and scalds are damage to the skin caused by heat. Both are treated in the same way.

  • Bullous pemphigoid

    Find out more about bullous pemphigoid, a rare skin condition that usually starts with an itchy, raised skin rash.

  • Bowen's disease

    Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments for Bowen's disease, a very early and easily treatable form of skin cancer.

  • Boils

    Read more about boils and carbuncles, which are red, painful lumps on the skin that are usually caused by a bacterial infection.

  • Albinism

    Albinism is an inherited condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours the skin, hair and eyes.