Search Results

2199 results found
Health topics
… of arthritis that sometimes occurs in people who have a skin problem called psoriasis . The arthritis causes joints … may occur before, at the same time, or after you get skin symptoms from psoriasis. Joint and skin symptoms may come and go over time. The joint symptoms …
Health topics
… the splint wet. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin. If your splint is removable, ask your doctor if you … or occupational therapist for instructions. Splint and skin care If your splint is not to be removed, try blowing … itching. Never stick items under your splint to scratch the skin. Do not use oils or lotions near your splint. If the …
Health topics
… Swollen Glands, Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin Swollen Lymph Nodes Synovectomy for Rheumatoid Arthritis Temporal Artery Biopsy Tetanus Thrush Travel Health Types of Hair Loss … Swollen Glands, Hernias, and Other Lumps Under the Skin Swollen Lymph Nodes Synovectomy for Rheumatoid …
Health topics
… by tonsillitis that does not get better with antibiotics. A biopsy is needed to check for a suspected tumour of the … by tonsillitis that does not get better with antibiotics. A biopsy is needed to check for a suspected tumour of the …
Health topics
… Treatment for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes Excisional Biopsy for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes Loop … Treatment for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes Excisional Biopsy for Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes Loop …
Health topics
… with water. Moisture can collect under the cast and cause skin irritation and itching. It can make infection more … can dry it by blowing cool air from a hair dryer. Cast and skin care Try blowing cool air from a hair dryer or fan into … itching. Never stick items under your cast to scratch the skin. Don't use oils or lotions near your cast. If the skin
Medical tests
… out a small piece of tissue for study. This is called a biopsy. Or the doctor may gently scrape tissue from the … tubes. A video screen may be used during the test. If a biopsy or other procedure is done, your doctor will use … out a small piece of tissue for study. This is called a biopsy. Or the doctor may gently scrape tissue from the …
Health topics
… Overview Rash in teens and adults: Overview Healthy skin provides a barrier between the inside of the body and … environment. A rash means that some change has affected the skin. In many cases, rashes are caused by skin irritation, which can have many causes. A rash is often …
Health topics
… are finished. Follow these steps to clean up diarrhea. From skin Wear disposable gloves. Use damp paper towels or wet wipes to wipe up the stool off the skin, and put the used paper towels or wet wipes in a … is needed, use only a mild soap. If there's a rash on the skin, do not clean the skin with wet wipes that have alcohol …
Health topics
… infection. Your doctor may have used stitches, staples, skin glue, or tape strips to close the incision. You will … and not a cause for concern. Caring for stitches, staples, skin glue, or adhesive strips Stitches or staples normally … cause some redness and swelling where the stitch enters the skin, along with mild irritation and itching. Your stitches …