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It’s not uncommon to occasionally have itchy skin. However, chronic itching could be a sign of a skin condition. Scratching and itching your skin can be a by-product of Lichen Simplex Chronicus or LSC. While more common in adults, …
Some skin conditions are painful and highly contagious. On the other hand, there are skin conditions that are completely normal, not painful, and will go away without medical intervention. One example of this skin condition is Keratosis Pilaris.
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If you experience sweating that seems more excessive than normal on your hands, feet, or armpits, you may have hyperhidrosis.
A board-certified dermatologist can help—read on to find out all about excessive sweating, what causes it, and treatment options to …
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There are seemingly unlimited afflictions that can affect your skin. Hives are dozens of conditions that strike the skin’s surface and cause varying degrees of itchiness, discomfort, redness, and swelling. Hives are typically caused by an allergic reaction and …
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There is no denying that once you hit puberty, numerous physical and emotional changes come along. On the physical side, Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a skin condition that can be hereditary and can start after puberty.
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The human body is amazing in that it naturally knows how to fight to defend itself. While your body contains lots of natural protectors and defenders, it’s also capable of creating new methods as needed. Granulomas are one of …
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Forehead wrinkles are often a sign of stress, unhappiness, and worry. They can also result from poor sleep habits or an underlying health condition such as allergies or high blood pressure. Whatever their cause, forehead wrinkles make you look …
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Eczema (also called dermatitis) is a skin condition that can cause a variety of symptoms. These include red and swollen skin, blisters, and itchiness. Eczema is often a result of an allergic reaction or other sensitivities and varies in …
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About 40% of adults worldwide develop some sort of Keratosis Pilaris in their lifetime. Seven in every ten teenagers are affected by the condition. While this skin condition is not harmful and doesn’t need to be treated, it can …
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Dry skin, or xerosis, is a common skin condition that results when the skin loses moisture and its natural oils resulting in scaling, flaking, cracking, and itching. It is sometimes also referred to as xeroderma or xerosis. Dry skin …