Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis is a response of the skin to the hormonal changes that happen just before menses. This rare disorder is characterised by recurrent skin manifestations such as rashes, which generally subsides shortly after menstruation.
- June 3, 2019
The armpit is a prime spot for irritation. Armpit rashes can be bumpy and red or scaly and white. This can be caused by many things, but fortunately, there are treatments that can address them. But first, the cause of the rash should be determined because that will make it
- May 24, 2019
Ragweed plants are soft-stemmed weeds that grow all over the U.S., and they are a common allergen. When someone breathes in ragweed pollen, his or her immune system mistakes it as an illness-causing substance, which causes it to produce chemicals that fight against pollen. Eventually, the person who inhales the
- May 20, 2019
Quinoa /ˈkēnwä/ is a small grain-like food that actually belongs to the fruit family. Due to its appearance, nutritionists describe quinoa as a pseudo-cereal. It is rich in protein, and is considered a good dietary source. A person may not be allergic to quinoa, but to its saponins, or the
- May 16, 2019
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Dermatomyositis is a rare medical condition that weakens the muscle. Women are more affected than men as they are more prone to develop this disease. There is no cure for dermatomyositis but there are several treatments to prevent the worsening of its symptoms.
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- October 30, 2019
A diaper rash is common but very uncomfortable skin rash that is seen in infants. This red, painful rash thrives in warm, moist environments and may even cause the skin to be scaly, bumpy, or raw. It accounts for about 20% of all childhood visits to a dermatologist.
- September 28, 2019
A person with Raynaud’s disease experiences pain in the fingers and feet when the temperatures drop. The temperature drop causes the blood vessels to narrow and almost completely shut down.
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Cold sores, also called fever blisters, are caused by a viral infection. These fluid-filled blisters that form near the mouth or on other areas of the face.
- August 22, 2019
Kawasaki disease is an illness that causes inflammation of the blood vessels. It can have a serious long-term effect on the heart. The condition affects kids younger than five years old. In the U.S., 19 children in every 100.000 are admitted to the hospital every year.’ Inflammation occurs in the
- August 20, 2019
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Scarlet fever, also called scarlatina, is a bacterial infection that mainly affects children. If left untreated, it can sometimes lead to severe complications. A distinctive sign of scarlet fever is a pink-red rash.
- August 15, 2019
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes systemic, or widespread inflammation. In this kind of disease, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.
- August 13, 2019
Chickenpox is a contagious infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It causes an itchy rash with small, fluid-filled blisters. Although uncomfortable, most people recover within 1-2 weeks. It is highly contagious to those who haven’t had the disease or been vaccinated against it.
- August 8, 2019
