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… Curettage and Electrosurgery for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect … Surgery Overview Curettage is the process of scraping skin with a spoon-shaped tool (curette) to remove skin tissue. Electrosurgery is the burning of skin tissue …
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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 … less likely than cuts to be stitched, stapled, or have a skin adhesive applied because: Puncture wounds tend to be …
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… Swollen Glands, Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … Symptoms Overview Most swollen glands or lumps under the skin aren't cause for concern. The glands ( lymph nodes ) on … Memory problems. Constipation. Dry skin, brittle nails, and coarse, thinning hair. Not being able to tolerate …
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… Caring for Your Skin When You Have Diabetes On this page: Getting Started … high blood sugar levels have damaged nerves that go to your skin, you may sweat less, and your skin may become dry and … skin on your feet, between your toes, and around your fingernails and toenails. Watch for redness, cuts, scrapes, …
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… What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes skin cells to grow too quickly. The result is thick white or … recognize psoriasis by looking at your skin, scalp, and nails. Special tests usually aren't needed. How is psoriasis …
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… of arthritis that sometimes occurs in people who have a skin problem called psoriasis . The arthritis causes joints … of the heel. Some people may have problems with their fingernails and toenails. The nails may form pits, change colour, … may occur before, at the same time, or after you get skin symptoms from psoriasis. Joint and skin symptoms may …
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… Age-related changes include your foot spreading and your nails getting thick and brittle. Some changes are common … are many non-injury causes of toe, foot, or ankle problems. Skin problems Most skin problems that affect your feet are more annoying than …
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… . Diaper Rash . Fungal Nail Infections . Ringworm of the Skin . What is ringworm of the scalp or beard? Ringworm is an infection on your skin, hair, or nails. It's caused by a fungus . The medical term for fungal …
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… a few times a day. Too much wetting and drying will dry the skin, which can increase itching. Keep cool, and stay out of … much as you can. Scratching leads to more scratching. Cut nails short or wear cotton gloves at night to prevent … by contact dermatitis , such as poison ivy or poison oak rashes. For severe itching from contact dermatitis, apply …
