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Health Topics are guides to common health concerns written and edited by physician members of our editorial staff. Logically grouped by problem area, a Health Topic serves as a starting point for health education by providing a basic disease group overview with links to medical information about related diseases and conditions. With topics ranging from sun damage and basic skin care, to skin conditions related to pregnancy, or even a quick list of the most common itchy rashes, our Health Topics are designed to help guide you to a clearer picture of health.
- MRSAStaph bacteria live on the skin and inside the nose of some healthy people. These colonized people can spread the…
- Skin Cancer and MolesCancerous lesions, precancerous lesions, and moles are commonly found on sun-exposed skin. The common types of skin…
- Acne and Acne-Like ConditionsAcne is sometimes called pimples, zits, and blemishes and is very common in teens but is also fairly common in adults and…
- Headache symptoms, overviews, and treatment informationHeadaches are among the most common of all neurological disorders, experienced in one way or another by nearly…
- New Itchy Rash in AdultsA rash is an outbreak of many red bumps or patches on the body, which can be brought about by a number of different causes.…
- Chronic Itchy Rash in AdultsChronic rashes, those that typically last longer than a week or two or that come and go several times over weeks to…
- Itchy Bumps in AdultsThe location of itchy bumps on adults may provide a clue to their cause. Conditions that commonly cause itchy bumps…
- Common Skin Problems in PregnancyChanges in hormone levels during pregnancy produce a wide variety of changes in the skin. Stretch marks are extremely…
- Skin Problems Related to ObesityBeing overweight can cause different types of skin problems due to a variety of reasons, including hormonal changes…
- Sun DamageSun damage to the skin can cause a wide variety of changes to the skin that range from painful sunburns; freckles, moles…
- Skin Problems Related to DiabetesDiabetics are prone to a variety of potential skin problems. Some of these skin problems, such as acanthosis nigricans…
- Sexually Transmitted DiseasesSTDs are infections that are typically spread from person to person through vaginal, anal, or oral intercourse. STDs…
- Chronic Itchy Rash in ChildrenA chronic rash, generally, is defined as any rash that lasts more than a week or two or comes and goes over the span of weeks…
- New Itchy Rash in ChildrenA rash is an outbreak of red bumps or patches on the body, which are very common in children and can be found in limited…
- Itchy Bumps in ChildrenItchy bumps in children can have a variety of causes, such as different types of bug bites, fungi, viruses, or…
- Childhood Contagious DiseasesChildren have immune systems that have not fully developed and, thus, they are susceptible to many of what are known as…
- Common Hair ProblemsConditions involving the hair and scalp range from hair loss to infections and disorders that cause itching and…
- Itchy Scalp or NeckAn itchy scalp is very common, particularly in adults. Dandruff, a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis…
- Common Eye ProblemsCommon eye problems are caused by infections to the eye, such as from bacteria, viruses, and fungus; inflammation;…
- Itchy Hands or FeetConditions found on the hands or feet that are often itchy include the fungal infection known as athlete
- Common Nail ProblemsNail problems that can affect the fingernails and toenails can be caused by a variety of reasons, such as injury to the…
- Common Conditions Affecting the GenitalsMany common conditions affecting the genitals are sexually transmitted and are rare in children and those who are not…
- Common Foot ProblemsThe feet are subject to many common skin conditions simply due to the body weight placed upon them and their exposure to…
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