What is it about?

Skin is an extraordinary human structure. As a result of inherited traits and environmental variables, skin conditions are the most prevalent worldwide. People frequently neglect the effects of skin diseases in their initial stages. It commonly experienced both well-known and rare diseases. Identifying skin diseases and their kinds in the medical field is a very difficult process. It can be very challenging to identify the precise type of disease because of the intricacy of human skin complexion as well as the visual proximity effect of the conditions. As a result, it's critical to identify and categorize skin diseases as soon as they are discovered. The most ambiguous and challenging field in science is therefore the detection of human skin diseases. For segmentation and diagnosis, ML techniques are frequently employed in the biomedical industry. These techniques decide using features extracted from photos as their input. To obtain high classification accuracy, it is crucial to select appropriate feature extraction techniques along with appropriate Machine Learning (ML) approaches. The classification of skin diseases is discussed in this analysis using ensemble data mining approaches and ML algorithms. In this method, four distinct ML techniques are used to categorize the various kinds of diseases while ensemble approaches are used to increase the classification reliability of skin diseases

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Why is it important?

The use of ML techniques and ensemble approaches in diagnosing skin diseases represents a significant advancement in dermatology, offering the potential for greater accuracy in identifying various conditions. This is particularly valuable given the complexity of skin diseases and their symptoms. The ability to accurately classify skin diseases early on can lead to more effective treatment plans, reducing the severity and impact of these conditions. Early detection is crucial in managing skin diseases, many of which can become more serious if not promptly treated.

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The ability to accurately identify and classify skin diseases early on is crucial for effective treatment and management. ML techniques can enhance diagnostic accuracy, potentially leading to better patient outcomes. The complexity and variability of skin conditions, influenced by genetic and environmental factors, make dermatology a challenging field. Advanced ML algorithms can help navigate these challenges by analyzing patterns that may not be immediately apparent to human clinicians.

Balajee Maram
SR University

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This page is a summary of: Skin Disease Classification Using Machine Learning and Data Mining Algorithms, December 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
DOI: 10.1109/isssc56467.2022.10051620.
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