Other Skin Diseases

A skin rash or pantal sa katawan/balat is a common occurrence for most people thanks to allergic reactions, weather changes, and certain skin conditions. Skin rashes usually itch but, in severe cases, they can also lead to scaling and blistering. Here are the most common types of skin in the Philippines. https://wp.hellodoctor.com.ph/skin-health/what-are-most-common-skin-problems/ What is a Skin Rash? A […]

Prickly heat or miliaria is a type of rash that develops when sweat is trapped under the skin. In the Philippines, we commonly refer to it as bungang araw.

Moles are small dark spots that commonly grow on the skin. This growth occurs when pigment cells in the skin form a cluster instead of spreading evenly. The moles in our body normally change over time, however, there are instances that these noticeable changes might trigger your worries. Buhay na nunal, as we call it […]

When we feel a lump or bukol in our body, we may immediately panic. This is especially alarming if we do not know what caused it and if we didn’t experience any trauma to that specific part of the body. For instance, if you develop bukol sa leeg, you’d like to know whether it is […]

Our bodies are programmed to be in-sync with the sun. And the health effects of sun exposure can be either negative or positive. We’re able to stay awake during the daylight hours and sleep peacefully throughout the night because of sunlight. Some people even get depressed if they don’t get enough sunshine for a prolonged […]