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Diseases of the Skin - Plate 4
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Diseases of the Skin - Plate 4
Diseases of the Skin - Plate 4. Crusted or Honeycomb Ringworm, Alopecia (hair-loss), Ringworm of the scalp, spotted rose rash, running scab - eczema and Nettle rash. Date: circa 1880s
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Media ID 18072791
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Condition Conditions Disease Diseases Dramatic Effects Gruesome Honeycomb Nettle Rash Running Scalp Skin Spotted Alopecia Crusted Eczema Epidermal Hair Loss Ringworm Scab
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This and intricately detailed photograph print, hailing from the 1880s, showcases a compilation of various skin diseases and conditions. The image, titled "Diseases of the Skin - Plate 4," presents a gruesome yet dramatic display of afflictions that once plagued individuals during this era. The central focus of the photograph is a man's head, where several conditions can be identified. The most prominent is Crusted or Honeycomb Ringworm, which is characterized by the presence of raised, crusted lesions with a honeycomb-like appearance. Ringworm of the scalp is also evident, as indicated by circular patches of hair loss with scaly borders. Alopecia, a condition causing hair loss, is depicted in the form of bald patches on the man's head. Nearby, a Spotted Rose Rash is shown, characterized by red, raised spots with a central blister. Running Scab, likely an eczema rash, is present as a weeping, crusty lesion. In the periphery of the image, a Nettle Rash is illustrated, with red, itchy patches and small, raised bumps. The overall effect of this photograph is both educational and thought-provoking, offering a glimpse into the medical conditions that once posed significant challenges to public health. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and addressing various skin conditions, as well as the advancements in medical knowledge and treatments that have since been discovered. Despite its potentially gruesome nature, this image offers a valuable historical perspective on the effects of various skin diseases and conditions.
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