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What is Keratosis Pilaris? Keratosis Pilaris is aa chronic disorder affecting people of almost all the age group. It is a skin condition in which a protein in the skin which is known as keratin forms hard lumps within hair follicles. They are usually found on the back, arms, upper arms, buttocks and thighs etc.Keratosis Pilaris is another skin disorder which causes small acne-like lesions and raised bumps all over the affected area on the skin. These lesions or bumps are usually white in color and can sometimes turn red. This is an extremely frustrating skin disorder.

Granuloma Annulare is a chronic skin disorder which is often identified by the reddish lesions on the skin. These reddish bumps are arranged on the skin as rings or circles and are usually believed to be caused by overproduction of white blood cells.

Seborrheic Keratosis is benign growth on top layer of the skin often characterized as non-cancerous. It usually originates in the keratinocytes and aged people tend to suffer from it more rather than the young lot so age is a very prominent factor in the origination of this disorder.

Actinic Keratosis is a skin disorder characterized by raised lesions on the upper, visible layer of the skin. These lesions are small, rough and raised which make the skin look disgusting at times. It usually occurs when the skin area is exposed to sun for a longer period of time.

Achalasia is an esophageal motility disorder which is common on the smooth layer of the esophagus and lower esophageal sphincter. It causes incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and increase in LES tone. It causes a lot of difficulty moving food down the esophagus therefore causing indigestion and loss of appetite.

Burning Mouth Syndrome is a mouth syndrome which causes burning sensation inside the mouth. It is quite painful, highly frustrating condition that causes burning on the tongue, lips and sometimes all over the mouth. It is a an extremely irritating condition causing difficulty eating and even speaking at times.

Scleroderma is a chronic disease of the auto immune system which causes hardening and vascular alterations on the skin. It is a derma condition of basically the connective tissues of the skin.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a rare skin disorder that usually affects apocrine or sebaceous glands. This disorder usually is common in the underarms, under the breasts, inner thighs, buttocks and usually groins. It can be seen as pea sized clumps on these areas.

Motor Neuron Disease is not just any one disorder. It is basically a group of various neuron disorders which usually affect the motor neurons. These cells are responsible for aiding voluntary movements in the body which are majorly hindered due to the presence of this disorder.