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Picture of The Hair

Hair is simple in structure, but has important functions in social functioning. Hair is made of a tough protein called keratin.

Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)

Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a common disorder which produces a lot of unhappiness. Use as directed by your doctor.This treatment works...

Bedbugs

Their initial hiding places are typically in mattresses, box springs, bed frames, and headboards where they have easy access to people to bite in t...

What is Ecchymosis?

A single bruise on your skin is often a symptom of a minor injury. As you age, your skin thins and loses its fatty protective layer, as well as col...

Dry Skin

Dry skin is when your skin dries out because it doesn’t have enough moisture. To take good care of your hands, you’ll need to protect them from har...

What You Should Know About Ringworm

It may turn flaky and scaly, and your scalp may feel tender and sore to the touch. You’ll have to see your doctor to be sure if the infection is ri...

What is VRE?

Yours might actually be caused not by VRE, but by other infections it can trigger, like urinary tract infections, bloodstream infections, and wound...

What is Roseola?

A doctor usually knows your child has roseola because of the telltale symptoms: high fever followed by rash. Roseola is contagious, so your doctor ...

Pemphigus

Next, blisters will often form on your skin or inside your genitals. These are crusty blisters that tend to form on your chest, back, and shoulders...

Ichthyosis

Ichthyosis is a group of about 20 skin conditions that cause skin dryness and scaling. Ichthyosis gene mutations affect the proteins that protect y...

Folliculitis

Folliculitis is a common skin problem that happens when you get bacteria or a blockage in a tiny pocket in your skin called a hair follicle. This c...

Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a bumpy, itchy skin rash that’s common in people with celiac disease. That’s an autoimmune disorder that keeps you...