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Skin conditions VDerm can detect

Plain-language descriptions grouped by condition family, with how urgently each one usually needs attention.

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Pigmentation Disorders

White Skin Patches

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Clinical name: Vitiligo

Loss of skin pigment causing white patches. Not contagious or painful, but a chronic condition.

Age Spot / Sun Spot

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Clinical name: Lentigo

Flat brown spots caused by sun exposure. Very common and usually harmless.

Dark Spots After Inflammation

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Clinical name: Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

Darkening of the skin after injury, acne, or inflammation. Usually fades over months.

Patchy Brown Discolouration

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Clinical name: Melasma

Brown or grey-brown patches, often triggered by sun exposure or hormonal changes.

Benign Tumours

Seborrheic Wart

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Clinical name: Seborrhoeic Keratosis

Waxy, scaly brownish growths that appear with age. Completely harmless and non-contagious.

Firm Skin Bump

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Clinical name: Dermatofibroma

A small, firm, slightly raised bump on the skin. Benign and usually no treatment needed.

Overgrown Scar Tissue

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Clinical name: Keloid

A raised, overgrown scar that extends beyond the original wound. Not dangerous but can be uncomfortable.

Milia (Small White Cysts)

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Clinical name: Milia

Tiny white bumps under the skin caused by trapped keratin. Harmless and often resolve on their own.

Pre-Cancerous Lesions

Pre-Cancerous Sun Damage

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Clinical name: Actinic Keratosis

Rough, scaly patches caused by years of sun exposure. Can develop into skin cancer if untreated.

Viral Infections

Herpes Skin Blisters

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Clinical name: Herpes

Viral blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus. Manageable but not curable.

Wart (Viral Skin Growth)

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Clinical name: Wart

Small rough skin growths caused by HPV virus. Contagious by touch, can be treated.

Contagious Skin Bumps

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Clinical name: Molluscum Contagiosum

Small pearl-like bumps caused by a virus. Spreads by touch. Usually clears on its own in months.

Malignant Tumours

Skin Cancer (Melanoma)

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Clinical name: Malignant Melanoma

A serious form of skin cancer from pigment cells. Requires immediate medical evaluation.

Skin Cancer (Basal Cell)

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Clinical name: Basal Cell Carcinoma

The most common skin cancer. Grows slowly and rarely spreads, but needs prompt treatment.

Skin Cancer (Squamous Cell)

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Clinical name: Squamous Cell Carcinoma

A common skin cancer that can spread if untreated. Requires prompt medical treatment.

Rare Aggressive Skin Cancer

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Clinical name: Merkel Cell Carcinoma

A rare but aggressive form of skin cancer. Requires urgent specialist evaluation.

Inflammatory Conditions

Eczema (Dry, Itchy Skin)

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Clinical name: Eczema

Chronic skin condition causing dry, itchy, inflamed skin. Manageable with treatment.

Atopic Eczema

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Clinical name: Atopic Dermatitis

A chronic form of eczema causing persistent dry, itchy rashes, often starting in childhood.

Psoriasis (Scaly Skin Patches)

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Clinical name: Psoriasis

A chronic autoimmune condition causing thick, red, scaly patches. Manageable but not curable.

Rosacea (Facial Redness)

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Clinical name: Rosacea

A chronic condition causing facial redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes pimple-like bumps.

Lichen Planus (Itchy Rash)

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Clinical name: Lichen Planus

An inflammatory condition causing itchy, flat-topped purplish bumps or patches. Usually manageable.

Allergic Skin Reaction

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Clinical name: Contact Dermatitis

Red, itchy rash caused by contact with an allergen or irritant. Clears when the cause is removed.

Seborrheic Dermatitis (Dandruff/Flaky Skin)

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Clinical name: Seborrhoeic Dermatitis

A common condition causing scaly patches and redness, often on the scalp, face, or chest.

Fungal Infections

Ringworm / Fungal Skin Infection

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Clinical name: Tinea

A contagious fungal infection causing ring-shaped rashes. Treated with antifungal medication.

Fungal Skin Discolouration

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Clinical name: Tinea Versicolor

A common fungal infection causing discoloured patches. Treated with antifungal creams.

Fungal Nail Infection

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Clinical name: Onychomycosis

A common fungal infection making nails thick, discoloured, or brittle. Treated with antifungals.

Bacterial Infections

Bacterial Skin Infection (Sores)

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Clinical name: Impetigo

A contagious bacterial infection causing red sores that burst and form a crust. Treated with antibiotics.

Parasitic Infections

Scabies (Mite Infestation)

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Clinical name: Scabies

A highly contagious skin infestation by mites causing intense itching. Requires treatment.

Acne & Follicular Disorders

Chronic Skin Abscesses

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Clinical name: Hidradenitis Suppurativa

A long-term skin condition causing painful lumps under the skin. Needs specialist management.

Acne / Pimples

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Clinical name: Acne

Common skin condition causing pimples, blackheads, and cysts due to clogged pores.

Infected Hair Follicles

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Clinical name: Folliculitis

Inflammation or infection of hair follicles causing red, pimple-like bumps.

Vascular Conditions

Blood Vessel Birthmark

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Clinical name: Haemangioma

A bright-red birthmark made up of extra blood vessels in the skin. Usually harmless.

Port Wine Birthmark

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Clinical name: Port Wine Stain

A permanent reddish-purple birthmark caused by abnormal blood vessels in the skin.

Allergic Conditions

Hives / Skin Welts

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Clinical name: Urticaria

Raised, itchy welts on the skin triggered by allergies or other factors. Usually temporary.

Scarring

Scar Tissue

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Clinical name: Scar

Fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury. Many treatment options available.

Stretch Marks

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Clinical name: Stretch Marks

Lines in the skin caused by rapid stretching. Harmless and very common.

Hair Disorders

Hair Loss / Bald Patches

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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.

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