Rhagades
Rhagades are linear or curvilinear fissures or cracks in the skin that occur as a result of various skin diseases. They are most commonly found around the mouth and anus, but can also occur on the hands, feet, and other parts of the body. Rhagades can be painful and may bleed when the skin is stretched.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Rhagades can be caused by a variety of skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and lichen planus. They can also be a symptom of syphilis, particularly in the secondary stage of the disease. Other causes include dry skin, exposure to harsh weather conditions, and certain genetic disorders.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The main symptom of rhagades is the presence of cracks or fissures in the skin. These can vary in size and depth, and may be painful. Other symptoms can include redness, swelling, and bleeding. In some cases, the skin around the rhagades may be scaly or rough.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for rhagades depends on the underlying cause. For skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, treatment may involve the use of topical creams and ointments to reduce inflammation and heal the skin. If the rhagades are caused by syphilis, antibiotic treatment is necessary. In all cases, it is important to keep the skin moisturized to prevent further cracking and damage.
See also[edit | edit source]
| Rhagades Resources | |
|---|---|
|
 |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
