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… is caused by tears in the small blood vessels under the skin. Bleeding can also affect the joint (hemarthrosis) or … car crash. Infection. It can occur in a joint or under the skin. An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms at the site … a bite or sting. They have a lot of swelling, redness, and itching. Other causes, such as swelling related to a …
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… an oatmeal bath product, such as Aveeno. Do not wash burned skin with harsh soap. Use a moisturizer or light powder to smooth areas where skin rubs against skin to prevent chafing. Use calamine lotion for itching. Cut a raw potato and spread the juice on the burned …
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… Rashes are most likely to form in moist areas where skin touches skin, such as the folds of the groin and on the … as possible after it is soiled or wet. Let the skin air-dry for 5 to 10 minutes before putting on a new pair of … are some things you can do to help treat it: Keep the skin dry. Check the briefs every 3 hours. Change if needed. …
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… the artificial nail before you clean the gap. An allergic skin reaction to the products used to apply the artificial nails. You may develop itching, redness, and swelling around the nail. The reaction … Do not apply an artificial nail if the nail or the skin around the nail looks irritated or infected. Dip your …
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… hair follicles. Shaving or wearing clothes that rub the skin can irritate the follicles, which can lead to … 10 days. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will check your skin and ask about your health and activities. He or she may … of yourself at home with: A warm compress. This may ease itching and help healing. To make a warm compress, soak a …
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… is rosacea? Rosacea (say "roh-ZAY-shuh") is a very common skin disease that affects people over the age of 30. It … with rosacea may have: A flushed, red face with sensitive, dry skin that may burn or sting. Small bumps and pimples or … Skin that gets coarser and thicker, with a bumpy texture. Dry, red, irritated eyes. In rare cases, rosacea that is not …
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… may be grey, green, or yellow. Vaginal redness, swelling, itching, or pain. Vaginal odour. Burning with urination . … vulva . One of the most common causes of a rash is genital skin irritation. This may occur when soap is not rinsed off the skin or when tight-fitting or wet clothes rub against the …
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… include: Local redness and swelling. Small areas of skin that look purplish. Skin bumps. Changes in sensation, such as itching or burning. Tender blue bumps that develop after …
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… bed. Fungi can attack your nails through small cuts in the skin around the nail or through the opening between the nail … the infection from coming back, keep your nails clean and dry. Change socks often. Don't go barefoot in public places. … nail infection or having it come back. Before bed, wash and dry your feet carefully. Applying a topical antifungal …
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… that you keep the umbilical cord stump and surrounding skin clean and dry. This basic care helps prevent infection. It may also … and the navel to heal more quickly. Keep the area clean and dry. Keep your baby's diaper folded below the umbilical cord …