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… Skin, nails and rashes Last updated June 1, 2021 Learn about some of the different conditions that affect your skin and nails, below. Acne Acne: Should I Take Isotretinoin … With Salicylic Acid Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Calluses and Corns Calluses and Corns: Protective …
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… Dry Skin and Itching On this page: What is dry skin? Dry skin is a common problem that can occur at any age. When you …
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… Skin Cancer Screening On this page: Overview Overview Skin cancer may be treated more successfully if it is caught … early. Experts haven't recommended for or against routine skin cancer screening for adults at normal risk. footnote 1 …
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… Venous Skin Ulcer On this page: What is a venous skin ulcer? A skin ulcer is a type of wound that develops on the skin. A …
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… Sunburn: Skin Types On this page: Overview Overview Your skin type affects how easily you sunburn. Sun protection measures should be used to prevent sunburn. Skin types and sunburn Skin type Skin colour when not …
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… Skin and Wound Cultures On this page: Test Overview Why It … It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A skin or wound culture is a test to find germs (such as … or a fungus ) that can cause an infection. A sample of skin, tissue, or fluid is added to a substance that promotes …
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… Care for a Skin Wound On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Skin wounds, including animal or human bites, need thorough … Cleaning the wound Follow these steps to clean a minor skin wound. If you are not going to see your doctor …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File … HealthLinkBC File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB … or volunteering. You also may need a TST if you were in contact with someone who had untreated TB disease of the …
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… Basal Cell Skin Cancer On this page: Health Tools … Overview Self-Care What is basal cell skin cancer? Basal cell skin cancer is the most common type … Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: You see a change in your skin, such …
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… Squamous Cell Skin Cancer On this page: Health Tools … Overview Self-Care What is squamous cell skin cancer? Squamous cell skin cancer is a common type of … Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if: You see a change in your skin, such …
