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Dermatology Editorial Team It is very common for patients to seek eczema pain relief. While some cases of eczema are very mild, others can be quite severe. Eczema is an inflammation of the skin usually caused by an allergic reaction. Eczema skin symptoms are unsightly, but are not contagious. Eczema affects people of all races, age, and gender. … Read more
When dealing with eczema treatments and eczema natural cures, it is important to realize that topical treatments only relieve the symptoms of eczema. To get the best relief from eczema you need to find out why you are suffering and eliminate the problem. While eliminating whatever you are allergic to will temporarily relieve the symptoms, … Read more
Many people write to us and ask about duct tape and warts. They want to know if the duct tape wart removal technique works. A wart occurs when areas of the skin grow faster than normal. What causes warts is a virus known as human papilloma virus (HPV). There are more than 60 types of … Read more
Many people ask about duck tape and warts. They want to know if the duct tape wart removal technique works. (Duck tape can also be spelled duct tape). A wart occurs when areas of the skin grow faster than normal. The cause of warts is a virus known as human papilloma virus (HPV). There are … Read more
Many people use a dry skin lotion to lubricate their skin. While this may temporarily help, it does nothing to improve your overall skin condition. A few hours later, and your skin is dry again. Contrary to popular belief, having dry skin is not normal. It is a message to you that your skin is not … Read more
Finding an effective dry skin care antiaging lotion is very important. If you are looking to improve your skin tone and reduce wrinkles, then you need to know which antiaging skin care cream lotion is safe to use and works best on dry skin. Every antiaging skin care treatment claims to be very effective. Unfortunately, … Read more
Many people ask us how to drain boils. Normally a boil will drain on its own, and should be allowed to do so. This usually will happen 5-7 days after it forms. A skin boil (aka skin abscess) is a localized infection deep in the skin. A boil generally starts as a reddened, tender area. … Read more
Dovonex ointment and cream (generic name calcipotriene) is a synthetic form of vitamin D. It is available by prescription, and is for the treatment of psoriasis. Dovonex can be used on the skin, scalp and nails. It is available as an ointment, cream and scalp solution. This medication works by slowing down the rate of … Read more
Does Tazorac work is a very commonly asked question. Tazorac is a vitamin A derivative that is available by prescription. It is used to treat plaque psoriasis and acne. Tazorac works by slowing the rapid growth of skin cells found in psoriasis. It comes in a gel or cream form. The Tazorac cream contains moisturizers, … Read more
This is a diagram of a plantar wart. Plantar warts are benign growths that occur on the bottom of your foot. They are not cancerous. They usually occur on the heal or ball of the foot. Pressure from walking and standing will flatten the wart (as can be seen in the diagram of a plantar … Read more