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Skin, Hair & Beauty · In-depth guide

Dermatology

Every health.am guide, reference page and news story about dermatology.

Medically reviewed byGerald Hurowitz, M.D.

All Dermatology pages

178 pages

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Association between stress levels & skin problems in college students
Hand washing focus in hospitals has led to rise in worker dermatitis
Addicted to tanning?
Human skin wound dressings to treat cutaneous ulcers
Most steroid skin creams likely safe during pregnancy
Acetaminophen indicted in Fatal Skin Reactions by FDA
Resorts Nationwide Go Sun Smart

▸Disorder makes man's scalp look like brain

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Could viruses be used to treat acne?
Tattoo Inks Pose Health Risks
Sunscreen: How To Use It Effectively
Sunblocks are the new multi-taskers
FDA Delays New Sunscreen Labeling Rules
32% of young white women do indoor tanning
Talk to teens, young adults about sun safety: panel
Eye color may indicate risk for serious skin conditions
Lasers Lighting the Way for Enhanced Treatment of Melasma and Tattoo Removal
Smoking tied to higher psoriasis risk: study
U.S. indoor tanning tax having mixed effects
Treatment of psoriasis gets new hope
More sore throats in people on acne medication
How key genes cooperate to make healthy skin
More evidence that caffeine lowers risk of skin cancer
Electronics that stick and stretch like a temporary tattoo
Sunburn offers clues for pain drug development
Study compares 2 types of botulinum toxin for cosmetic use
Adulterated cocaine causing serious skin reactions
Researchers discover underlying mechanisms of skin hardening syndromes
Note to dermatologists: the necktie is out
Many ignore indoor tanning risks
Tattooing linked to higher risk of hepatitis C: UBC study
Does chickenpox protect against skin condition?
Health group sues FDA over antimicrobial soap
Beach umbrellas do not block out all solar radiation
Longer breastfeeding may raise infants' eczema risk
Hyperoxia May Slow Formation of Wrinkles
Vitamin E linked to less of the skin disease eczema
Sunscreen Safety and Effectiveness
Young Women Burned by Addictions to Tanning
P&G being sued over Pampers Dry Max diapers
Skin condition more likely in educated parents' kids
Psoriasis Is More than Skin Deep
Dermatologists Can Help Women Win the Fight Against Common Forms of Hair Loss
Aging Skin -- Are Those Spots Normal?
Protecting Your Skin During the Summer Months
Skin color tied to nicotine dependence
New insights into progressive hearing loss
Synthesizing the most natural of all skin creams
Too much PlayStation can cause painful lumps: study
Pressure Ulcers Increasing Among Hospital Patients
Researchers Identify Gene in Age Related Hearing Loss
Sun-damaged Skin Responds Well to Laser Treatment
Spring Into Sunny Weather but Stay Sun Safe
Corticosteroid creams no help for sunburns
Patients with Psoriasis at Increased Risk for Developing Other Serious Medical Conditions
Dermatology Team Finds Treatment for Rare "Life-ruining" Condition
Plastic Surgeons Deploy New Laser for Wrinkle Removal, Acne Scarring, Tattoo Removal
Frequent Hand Washing Puts Health Care Workers at Increased Risk for Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Men Need More Botox Than Women
New study shows smoking increases risk of psoriasis
Researcher Developing New Method for Hearing Loss Assessment
Aldara cream treats skin damage from sun
Drug Effective In Treatment of Heavy Psoriasis Patients
Natural signal holds promise for psoriasis, age-related skin damage
Protecting Your Eyes from Dangers of the Summer Sun
Protect Your Skin in Colder Months
Doctors warn of poisoning from hand gels
A new way to fight ageing
Tea aids recovery of radiation damaged skin
Encouraging a Lifetime of Healthy Skin Right from the Beginning
A Balancing Act: Hormones and the Skin
Choosing the Right Sunscreen
New skin care regimen proves effective for Rosacea
Eczema In Children Exposed To Cats
Topical therapies show promise for Psoriasis
Topical Therapies Show Promise for the Treatment of Psoriasis
Remicade Shows Efficacy for Moderate to Severe Psoriasis
Demystifying Psoriasis
Think twice before getting tattoo, expert advises
Aldara cream remedies skin damage from sun
Skin lesions seen with newer arthritis drugs
Warnings and alternatives boost sun protection
Skiing on powder snow gives faster tans: report
Sunbed-loving Europeans face cancer epidemic
Tattoos ink may contain heavy metals: study
Most nipple, genital piercing problems not treated
Wrinkle-filler may curb HIV-related facial wasting
Corticosteroid Emulsion Effective in Clearing Atopic Dermatoses
Azithromycin Appears Effective for Rosacea and Peri-Oral Dermatitis
Humira (Adalimumab) Appears to Provide Improvement in Disease Activity, Quality of Life for Patients
Second Course of Alefacept Often Successful for Plaque Psoriasis Even if First Course Fails
Skim milk linked to acne among teen girls
Pedicure Bacteria Problem Worries Health Officials
St. Louis Rams hit with drug-resistant bacteria
Extended Raptiva therapy safe, effective for psoriasis
Sun protection in a pill seen possible
Plaque Psoriasis
Dry, cracked hands may be dermatitis
Psoriasis my yield to modified anti-anxiety drug
OTC acne products as good as prescription meds
Mice study opens door to psoriasis treatment
Immune drugs useful for psoriasis
What is Psoriasis?
How Is Psoriasis Treated?
Psoriasis: Newly Diagnosed
Different Types Of Psoriasis
New laser therapy can easily remove acne scars
Laser therapy improves rosacea skin sensitivity
Laser hair removal may cause lasting skin problem
Cell transplants restore lost skin color
Abbott drug effective in psoriatic arthritis
Face-lifts safe for healthy elderly
Blacks more likely to develop bedsores
Parents more lax with sun protection after first year
UV light may give frequent tanners a lift
Nail fungal infections can be hard to treat
Skin Cancer Tip: Observe Moles
Lotion takes the sting out of jellyfish encounters
Psoriasis
Contact Sports and Skin Infections
Dry Hands?
"Mud football" leads to outbreak of infection
Amgen arthritis drug wins U.S. okay for psoriasis
Acne drug 'should be banned'

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Association between stress levels & skin problems in college students

24 November 2015

Maternal Lupus Linked With Kid's Autism

16 September 2015

Hand washing focus in hospitals has led to rise in worker dermatitis

13 February 2015

Vitamin D significantly improves symptoms of winter-related atopic dermatitis in children

6 October 2014

Psoriasis linked to worse quality of life for family members, too

9 June 2014

Stroke risk higher after shingles, but antiviral drugs may provide protection

3 April 2014

CNIO researchers discover new strategies for the treatment of psoriasis

28 February 2014

Addicted to tanning?

20 February 2014

Are recommendations from remote dermatologists reliable?

14 February 2014

Written and revised by

Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.

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health.am provides general information, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional about your own health.

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Maternal Lupus Linked With Kid's Autism

16 September 2015

Hand washing focus in hospitals has led to rise in worker dermatitis

13 February 2015

Vitamin D significantly improves symptoms of winter-related atopic dermatitis in children

6 October 2014

Psoriasis linked to worse quality of life for family members, too

9 June 2014

Stroke risk higher after shingles, but antiviral drugs may provide protection

3 April 2014

CNIO researchers discover new strategies for the treatment of psoriasis

28 February 2014

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