This open-access atlas provides detailed descriptions and high-quality images of a wide range of skin conditions on patients with darker skin tones. It is a vital tool designed to help medical students and healthcare professionals to recognize the distinct ways many skin conditions present on diverse skin tones.
By studying these clinical images and descriptions, learners at all levels can enhance their diagnostic skills and better identify subtle variations in skin lesions and rashes. This essential guide supports clinical education and helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world practice, with the goal of ultimately improving patient care.
This site may be used for educational and learning purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for the medical decision-making of a healthcare provider. Consult your own healthcare provider if you have any personal health concerns or questions.
Folliculitis
Folliculitis is a disorder that can be divided into superficial and deep folliculitides. Superficial folliculitis is characterized by follicular papules and pustules, often on an erythematous base with crust formation occurring later. Superficial folliculitis can be due to infectious agents (bacterial, fungal, viral, and other such as Demodex) and non-infectious agents including normal flora, irritants, drug-induced, and eosinophilic. Deep folliculitis is characterized by firm, tender erythematous papules or nodules. Deep folliculitis can be classified as furuncles, sycosis, pseudofolliculitis barbae, acne keloidalis, and hidradenitis suppurativa.