As the human body's largest organ, it's no surprise that an endless number of things can go wrong with your skin.There are the lumps and bumps that can appear out of nowhere.

A couple of years ago, I noticed tiny, flesh-coloured bumps on my fingers that itched like nobody’s business. These, I have since learned, are pompholyx or dyshidrotic eczema – a condition ...

When waking up in the morning, most people look in the mirror for various reasons, such as skin care and daily affirmation. We also sometimes check if there are changes on our face or if there’s acne.

Warts are one of those annoying skin issue that is very common among the people, but are often misunderstood, or even a bit ...

As we age, the smooth skin of childhood gives way to all sorts of mysterious lumps and bumps. In high-UV environments like Australia and New Zealand, we need to be very alert to the possibility of ...

When she opened wide, doctors immediately saw the problem: Her tongue was covered in little wart-like bumps that resembled a slippery, flesh-colored cobblestone path. (Image here.) ...

Genital warts Genital warts occur due to an STI known as human papillomavirus (HPV). They may appear as white, brown, or flesh-colored bumps that grow on and around the scrotum.

Natural camouflage is one of nature’s greatest gifts in the animal kingdom. Sure, some animals have deadly toxins or surgically sharp claws, but these are active forms of defense. Camouflage is ...

You have swollen lymph nodes in separate areas, like the armpit and groin. You have other symptoms, like: discoloration or fluid oozing around the node fever cough night sweats unexplained weight loss ...

It may appear red or darker than your natural skin tone, be raised or flat, or have pimple-like bumps. It can be wet or dry, and it may ooze fluids. It sometimes is itchy, too.

In this edition of The People’s Pharmacy, Joe and Teresa Graedon also hear from a reader whose skin tags disappeared after they cut sweets out of their diet.

"Love Island" contestant Nic Vansteenberghe is being criticized for having a cold sore on the show. But he doesn't deserve ...