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… called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the … before applying this medication. Gently clean the affected skin with a mild/soapless cleanser and pat dry. Use your … to avoid the eyes and lip area. Use this medication on the skin only. Do not apply to the inner lip area or inside the …
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… First-degree burns are burns of the first layer of skin Second-degree burns . There are two types of … burns injure the first and second layers of skin. Deep partial-thickness burns injure deeper skin layers. Third-degree burns (full-thickness burns) …
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… What is cellulitis? Cellulitis is a common skin infection that happens when bacteria spread through the skin to deeper tissues. Most cases are mild and last several … can get infected after any event that causes a break in the skin, such as: Surgery. A cut or bite. A new tattoo or …
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… aureus (SA) is a bacterium found in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most … these bacteria are in your nose or on the surface of your skin, they will not normally harm you. However, if SA bacteria get into or through your skin, they can cause a variety of infections, such as skin …
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… of certain parasites. The parasites can get under your skin when you swim in freshwater (such as lakes and ponds) … in contact with people, the parasites can burrow under the skin. This causes an allergic reaction and a rash. But the … away in about a week. An itching or burning feeling on your skin. Bumps on your skin that show up minutes or even days …
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… vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by irritation of the skin from many sources, such as clothes rubbing against the skin. Rashes that occur without other symptoms are usually … in the vaginal area include: Scabies , which is an itchy skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the …
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… In the first hour(s) after birth: Have your baby skin-to-skin on your bare chest right after your baby is born. … development. It's good for partners to also hold the baby skin-to-skin, especially if you can't. Have an uninterrupted …
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… 28 weeks Your developing baby’s body is still lean but the skin is less wrinkled and red. The body can now store iron, … can also hear and respond to sounds. 32 weeks Your baby’s skin is pink and smoothing out as the fat forms under it. … plump. The downy hair on the body begins to disappear. The skin is smooth, pink, and covered with a grayish white, …
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… Punjabi Document Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei or … The human itch mite burrows just under the surface of the skin to live, feed and lay eggs. Scabies symptoms occur when the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their feces. How is …
Medications
… and betamethasone valerate. It is used to treat certain skin conditions (types of eczema) when bacterial infection … is a medium-strength corticosteroid used on the skin to reduce the swelling, itching, and redness that can … doctor or pharmacist. This medication is for use on the skin only. However, do not use it on the face, groin, or …
