Causes of Schistosomiasis

You know the feeling: There's that spot on your arm, leg or back that just itches and begs for a deep, satisfying scratch. But you know that giving in to that desire will only result in more problems. Sure, scratching will give you some quick relief but it'll also leave your skin red, irritated and the itching will return. Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy Fortunately, there are ways you can soothe these itchy irritations with home remedies, no prescription required. Dermatologist Shilpi Khetarpal, MD, gives us the low-down on what might be causing your itchy skin and how you can treat it. Causes of itchy skin One big cause of itchy skin is a change in the weather, particularly as we shift to winter and the warm, humid air of summer makes way for ...

An image of a child scratching. Getty Images. Of all the pesky childhood conditions you'd like to avoid, scabies is probably near the top. This highly contagious and terribly uncomfortable condition often spreads in daycare and school settings, putting parents on high alert. With more than 200,000 cases worldwide at any given time, scabies is considered a common condition. But that doesn't make it any less miserable. As a parent, you probably have lots of questions: What causes scabies? What does scabies look like? How do you get rid of scabies? Whether you've been notified about a potential scabies outbreak, or you're just hoping to avoid it, check out our comprehensive guide for parents. How Do You Get Scabies? Scabies is a skin condition caused by the microscopic scabies mite (scientific name Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis ). It burrows into the upper layer of the skin and lays eggs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Scabies mites th...

You know the feeling: There's that spot on your arm, leg or back that just itches and begs for a deep, satisfying scratch. But you know that giving in to that desire will only result in more problems. Sure, scratching will give you some quick relief but it'll also leave your skin red, irritated and the itching will return. Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy Fortunately, there are ways you can soothe these itchy irritations with home remedies, no prescription required. Dermatologist Shilpi Khetarpal, MD, gives us the low-down on what might be causing your itchy skin and how you can treat it. Causes of itchy skin One big cause of itchy skin is a change in the weather, particularly as we shift to winter and the warm, humid air of summer makes way for ...

More than 2600 vaccines are in development world- wide for several infectious diseases. 1,2 When they are licensed and become available, some of the vaccines would have a significant effect on various diseases in the United States (Table). Pneumococcal disease vaccines Vaccine-related and nonvaccine Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes continue to cause a significant amount of morbidity and mortality in infants and children. Two increased valency pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCV) are in the process of completing phase 3 clinical trials in the pediatric population. PCV15 (Merck) is expected to be licensed by the end of 2021; PCV20 (Pfizer), by the second quarter of 2022. Both vaccines protect against some of the additional serotypes that have emerged as significant causes of pneumococcal infections in infants and children. Meningococcal disease vaccines The currently recommended meningococcal vaccine schedule is a source of confusion for patients and health care providers. A univers...

A person who notices an itchy rash on their neck may have eczema. Eczema refers to a group of skin conditions that can often appear on the face and neck. Two examples of eczema that can affect the neck are atopic dermatitis (AD) and contact dermatitis (CD). This article discusses what eczema is, how it presents on the neck, and the symptoms of eczema on the neck. It also takes a look at how to treat and prevent eczema symptoms. Eczema refers to a group of conditions that cause itchy and irritated rashes. Eczema can affect people of all ages, and symptoms can range from very mild to severe. It can affect many areas of the skin, including the skin on the neck. AD and CD are two common types of eczema. AD is a skin condition that can develop at any age. It causes itchy rashes and can appear on any area of the skin. However, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, it is more likely to appear on the neck in children ages 2 years and older. CD occurs when the skin comes...

Eczema is a term for multiple conditions that cause itching, inflammation, or a rash-like occurrence on the skin. It is a common disorder, with over 31 million Americans experiencing it, according to the National Eczema Association (NEA). The symptoms of eczema can vary and may not be the same for everyone. There can even be different kinds of eczema on different parts of your body at various times. Much of the information available about eczema is about how the symptoms appear on light skin. But eczema on dark skin can look different. In people with black or brown skin, scratching the itchy skin can also lead to hyperpigmentation in affected areas. Hyperpigmentation is when the skin becomes darker than usual. Other the other hand, inflammation can sometimes cause depigmentation on dark skin. This is when the skin loses color and becomes lighter than usual. Being aware of the symptoms can help you determine if you need to see a doctor for a definitive diagnosis and any treatment. The h...

When you're pregnant for the first time, you may expect the common pregnancy-related symptoms you've heard about, like morning sickness, weight gain, swollen ankles… maybe even heartburn. What you might not expect is an itchy belly or an itchy belly button. But as many formerly pregnant people can tell you, itchiness, or pruritus, during pregnancy is a lot more common than you might realize. Here's why you may have an itchy belly or navel — and what you can do about it. Skin stretching It's pretty amazing how far the skin on your belly will stretch by the time you reach full term. In fact, you might start noticing a series of red or pink stripes developing across your abdomen as your skin stretches to accommodate your growing uterus. Stretch marks are also common on the breasts, thighs, and buttocks during pregnancy. The heavy-duty stretching can stretch the thin skin around your belly button, too. This may cause it to become itchy, or even irritated or painful. Dry sk...