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Your skin and scalp are more than meets the eye

Did you know your skin is your body’s biggest organ? One tiny inch of skin has about 19 million cells. It plays a vital role in keeping you healthy. Your scalp is part of your skin too. It covers your skull, helps your hair grow, and even helps you make facial expressions.

WHAT IS A DERMATOLOGIC CONDITION

Problems with skin or
hair are signs of a
dermatologic condition.

These conditions can affect anyone and may look different on different
skin tones and parts of the body.
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MORE THAN SKIN DEEP

Some skin conditions are caused by problems with the immune system

Typically, your immune system protects you from illness. With an autoimmune condition, it gets confused and attacks healthy parts of your body, sometimes your skin. This can lead to rashes, hair loss, or other skin issues.

BENEATH THE SURFACE

Living with a skin or
scalp condition can
affect many parts of your
life

Flare-ups are when symptoms are at their worse and can be stressful and hard to
predict, which can be tough both physically and emotionally.
It can impact your overall well-being:
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Sleep

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Self-confidence

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Concentration

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Relationships and interactions

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Everyday tasks

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Mental Health

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Ability to participate in activities

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A clear diagnosis leads

to the right care

Skin conditions can be difficult to diagnose and look different across skin tones and parts of the body.

There are things you can do to help reach an accurate diagnosis:

  • Take photos during a flare-up
  • Document your symptoms
  • Make note of environmental changes/potential causes of flare-ups

Having this information in hand helps your dermatologist. If you don’t have a dermatologist or haven’t scheduled your annual appointment, explore independent in-person care options below.

Get care.

Your skin's journey is
unique, we're here for
every milestone

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Alopecia

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Hair loss on the scalp or
entire body
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Eczema

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Known for causing dry,
itchy skin
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Psoriasis

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Causes plaques or scales
on the skin
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No information on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding your condition.
CMAT-27433 | May 2026