How Well Do You Know These Common Medical Conditions and Their Names?
What is a furuncle?
Correct Incorrect Boils are caused by bacterial infections, typically by Staphylococcus aureus, affecting hair follicles, which then fill with pus. While they may require draining, they often clear up on their own and typically don’t cause further issues. A blackhead occurs when excess oil (sebum) blocks a hair follicle, attracting skin debris that turns black, leading to its common name. Medically, it is called an open comedo. A freckle, or ephelis in Greek, forms from a concentration of melanin, usually in people with fair skin. Cellulite, which causes dimples in the skin, particularly on the thighs, results from fat pockets beneath the skin.