Tag: skin condition
Ringworm
Updated 9 September 2022 under Health Guides.Ringworm is a common skin infection that causes an uncomfortable rash. Although the name “ringworm” might make you think that a worm causes it, this isn’t true. Read on to […]
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I have a lot of itching in my pubic hair only. What could it be?
Updated 31 October 2017 under Ask Us.Itchiness around your pubic hair area is usually caused by an allergic (skin) reaction to something you have come in contact with such as clothing, certain soaps, lotions or deodorant […]
Read more »I just used an acne over the counter cleanser with 5% benzoyl peroxide. After using it for the first time my skin felt a little irritated…
Updated 12 June 2017 under Ask Us.It’s not uncommon to have mild skin irritation after using a new skin product for the first time. If your skin continues to be irritated or it gets worse, tell […]
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I have a sort of a cut or scab in my belly button. I put hydrogen peroxide on it almost every night. It’s healing but REALLY slowly. Before the scab formed there was “crust” in the naval. I don’t know if I should waste my time going to the doctor of it’s already on its healing stage.
Updated 22 January 2016 under Ask Us.If your cut or scab is from a piercing or other trauma to the area, then hydrogen peroxide can help keep the cut clean. However, if you’ve had the cut/scab […]
Read more »I have bad pimples on my legs. Is this normal and how do I get rid of them?
Updated 22 October 2014 under Ask Us.Pimples on your legs can be caused from a variety of things. For example: you could be reacting to a certain kind of material that your pants or jeans are […]
Read more »Should I be concerned about a dark spot on my nipple that I’ve had for years?
Updated 10 September 2014 under Ask Us.The darks spot on your areola (nipple) or anywhere else on your skin can be as common as freckle or a mole or something more serious. Most of the time […]
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How can I prevent my face and other areas of my skin from getting too dry?
Updated 19 February 2014 under Ask Us.Every day our skin comes in contact with many different things such as the weather, clothes, soaps and lotions, and a variety of beauty products. Many of us will have […]
Read more »Psoriasis
Updated 12 October 2022 under Health Guides.Psoriasis is a common skin condition that causes skin cells to grow too quickly and build up, leaving thick, red, silvery, or scaly patches (plaques) on the surface of the […]
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Dandruff
Updated 24 September 2021 under Health Guides.Dandruff isn’t a serious condition and it’s not contagious, but those annoying white flakes can prevent you from wearing your favorite shirt. There are many effective and available treatments without […]
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Acne
Updated 21 December 2021 under Health Guides.What is acne? Acne is a common and treatable skin condition that causes pimples or “zits” and other skin problems. About 85% of teens will have some kind of acne […]
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