Circular Skin Disorder
You skin is your largest organ and skin disorders can appear that are circular in nature. Determining the cause and treatment of these disorders can be problematic.
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Diabetic Dermopathy
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Changes in the small blood vessels due to diabetes may result in diabetic dermopathy. Oval or circular scaly patches that are light brown in color usually appear on the front of the legs. They do not itch, hurt or open up. This skin condition is harmless, and no treatment is required, states the SkinSight website.
Shingles
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Shingles causes your skin to itch and semicircular and circular rashes appear around the trunk. There is no cure for shingles. Antiviral medicine, antidepressants and topical creams are used to relieve the pain. It is believed that stress causes a shingles flare up.
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Discoid Eczema
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Discoid eczema features the emergence of a red circular area that is itchy and oozes fluids. Discoid eczema is more prevalent in middle-aged and older men. It is treated like other eczemas but is more resistant to treatment and may require more potent steroids or topical antibiotics.
Granuloma Annulare
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Granuloma annulare affects mostly children and young adults and more commonly girls. It is a circular-shaped rash with papules or reddish bumps. Granuloma annulare is a chronic condition, but treatment is often not necessary. Creams and ointments help to make the bumps disappear.
Nummular Lesions
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Nummular lesions are a coin-shaped or circular form of eczema also known as dermatitis. The cause is unknown, and it is treated by relieving the major symptoms of burning and itching. Severe cases are treated with antihistamines or ultraviolet phototherapy.
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