White Skin Patches
MonitorClinical name: Vitiligo
Loss of skin pigment causing white patches. Not contagious or painful, but a chronic condition.
Plain-language descriptions grouped by condition family, with how urgently each one usually needs attention.
Clinical name: Vitiligo
Loss of skin pigment causing white patches. Not contagious or painful, but a chronic condition.
Clinical name: Lentigo
Flat brown spots caused by sun exposure. Very common and usually harmless.
Clinical name: Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Darkening of the skin after injury, acne, or inflammation. Usually fades over months.
Clinical name: Melasma
Brown or grey-brown patches, often triggered by sun exposure or hormonal changes.
Clinical name: Seborrhoeic Keratosis
Waxy, scaly brownish growths that appear with age. Completely harmless and non-contagious.
Clinical name: Dermatofibroma
A small, firm, slightly raised bump on the skin. Benign and usually no treatment needed.
Clinical name: Keloid
A raised, overgrown scar that extends beyond the original wound. Not dangerous but can be uncomfortable.
Clinical name: Milia
Tiny white bumps under the skin caused by trapped keratin. Harmless and often resolve on their own.
Clinical name: Actinic Keratosis
Rough, scaly patches caused by years of sun exposure. Can develop into skin cancer if untreated.
Clinical name: Herpes
Viral blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus. Manageable but not curable.
Clinical name: Wart
Small rough skin growths caused by HPV virus. Contagious by touch, can be treated.
Clinical name: Molluscum Contagiosum
Small pearl-like bumps caused by a virus. Spreads by touch. Usually clears on its own in months.
Clinical name: Malignant Melanoma
A serious form of skin cancer from pigment cells. Requires immediate medical evaluation.
Clinical name: Basal Cell Carcinoma
The most common skin cancer. Grows slowly and rarely spreads, but needs prompt treatment.
Clinical name: Squamous Cell Carcinoma
A common skin cancer that can spread if untreated. Requires prompt medical treatment.
Clinical name: Merkel Cell Carcinoma
A rare but aggressive form of skin cancer. Requires urgent specialist evaluation.
Clinical name: Eczema
Chronic skin condition causing dry, itchy, inflamed skin. Manageable with treatment.
Clinical name: Atopic Dermatitis
A chronic form of eczema causing persistent dry, itchy rashes, often starting in childhood.
Clinical name: Psoriasis
A chronic autoimmune condition causing thick, red, scaly patches. Manageable but not curable.
Clinical name: Rosacea
A chronic condition causing facial redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes pimple-like bumps.
Clinical name: Lichen Planus
An inflammatory condition causing itchy, flat-topped purplish bumps or patches. Usually manageable.
Clinical name: Contact Dermatitis
Red, itchy rash caused by contact with an allergen or irritant. Clears when the cause is removed.
Clinical name: Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
A common condition causing scaly patches and redness, often on the scalp, face, or chest.
Clinical name: Tinea
A contagious fungal infection causing ring-shaped rashes. Treated with antifungal medication.
Clinical name: Tinea Versicolor
A common fungal infection causing discoloured patches. Treated with antifungal creams.
Clinical name: Onychomycosis
A common fungal infection making nails thick, discoloured, or brittle. Treated with antifungals.
Clinical name: Impetigo
A contagious bacterial infection causing red sores that burst and form a crust. Treated with antibiotics.
Clinical name: Scabies
A highly contagious skin infestation by mites causing intense itching. Requires treatment.
Clinical name: Hidradenitis Suppurativa
A long-term skin condition causing painful lumps under the skin. Needs specialist management.
Clinical name: Acne
Common skin condition causing pimples, blackheads, and cysts due to clogged pores.
Clinical name: Folliculitis
Inflammation or infection of hair follicles causing red, pimple-like bumps.
Clinical name: Haemangioma
A bright-red birthmark made up of extra blood vessels in the skin. Usually harmless.
Clinical name: Port Wine Stain
A permanent reddish-purple birthmark caused by abnormal blood vessels in the skin.
Clinical name: Urticaria
Raised, itchy welts on the skin triggered by allergies or other factors. Usually temporary.
Clinical name: Scar
Fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury. Many treatment options available.
Clinical name: Stretch Marks
Lines in the skin caused by rapid stretching. Harmless and very common.
Clinical name: Alopecia
Partial or complete loss of hair, often in patches. Can be caused by autoimmune or hormonal factors.
VDerm is an AI-assisted screening tool and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Any changing, bleeding or rapidly growing skin lesion should be examined by a dermatologist.