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… Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Comparing Treatments On this page: Overview Overview Most non-melanoma skin cancer can be cured if it is found and treated early. … and disadvantages of common treatments for non-melanoma skin cancer Treatment Advantages Disadvantages Cryosurgery …
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… Puncture Wounds: Stitches, Staples, and Skin Adhesives On this page: Overview … less likely than cuts to be stitched, stapled, or have a skin adhesive applied because: Puncture wounds tend to be … of the resulting scar will be greatly improved or if stitching is needed to restore function to an injured deep …
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… Caring for Your Skin When You Have Diabetes On this page: Getting Started … to your skin, you may sweat less, and your skin may become dry and cracked. Damaged skin gets infected more easily when you have diabetes. Try these tips to help prevent dryness, injury, and other skin problems. See your doctor or …
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… Swollen Glands, Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … Weight gain. Depression. Memory problems. Constipation. Dry skin, brittle nails, and coarse, thinning hair. Not … Weight gain. Depression. Memory problems. Constipation. Dry skin, brittle nails, and coarse, thinning hair. Not …
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… Stretch marks (striae) on abdomen, breasts, and thighs Dry, itchy skin Increased fatigue Muscle cramps in legs, especially at … after a bath or shower Calamine lotion may relieve the itching Severe itching can be a sign of a serious liver …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Healthy skin is a barrier between the inside of the body and the … rash Is the rash itchy? Yes Itchy rash No Itchy rash Is the itching severe? Severe means that you are scratching so hard … water on the rash a few times a day. Too much wetting and drying will dry the skin, which can increase itching. Don't …
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… Overview Rash in teens and adults: Overview Healthy skin provides a barrier between the inside of the body and … , or seborrheic dermatitis . Other causes of rashes include dry, cold weather; extremely hot weather (heat rash); and … rash Is the rash itchy? Yes Itchy rash No Itchy rash Is the itching severe? Severe means that you are scratching so hard …
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… What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes skin cells to grow too quickly. … Things that can cause these flare-ups include a cold and dry climate, infections, stress, dry skin, and certain … sign). Mild scaling to thick, crusted plaques on the scalp. Itching, especially during sudden flare-ups or when the …
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… problems are common. Almost everyone will have some rectal itching, pain, or bleeding at some time. These problems are … usually isn't a sign of a serious disease. At first, the skin of the anal area may look red. Itching and scratching … or ointments (such as those that contain benzocaine). A dry skin condition that affects the whole body. This …
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… infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or tape strips to close the incision. You will … Ask your doctor how long you need to keep the area dry. Follow your doctor's instructions exactly. Look at the … notice some soreness, tenderness, tingling, numbness, and itching around the incision. There may also be mild oozing …