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Phototoxic Dermatitis from Wearing Bikinis
Written by Megan Kinder, with some helpful information gathered from Niels Hjorth, MD and Halvor Möller, MD.
Phototoxic dermatitis, and Phototoxic textile dermatitis with subsequent hyperpigmentation developed in two patients after they wore bikini bathing suits. -
How to Cure Psoriasis
Written by Megan Kinder. Information in this article is from Psoriasis.org and MayoClinic.com
Psoriasis is a condition that makes the cells of the skin to grow at a rapid rate. This in turn causes red, irritated blotches to appear, which causes scaling, itchiness and dryness. Psoriasis is caused when healthy T cells in the body turn on the skin ,cells which is a malfunction of the immune system. Although there is no concrete cure for psoriasis, there are treatments that can be used to make significant improvements with the symptoms. -
Neurodermatitis Treatment and Info
Written by Megan Kinder, with some help from SkinCarePhysicians.com.
Imagine an itch so intense that no amount of scratching brings relief and you have some idea of what it feels like to have neurodermatitis. This common eczema develops when nerve endings in the skin become irritated, triggering a severe itch-scratch-itch cycle. Common causes of nerve irritation include an insect bite and emotional stress. -
Risk Factors of Neurodermatitis
Written by Megan Kinder, with some help from SkinCarePhysicians.com.
Research indicates that several things can irritate the nerves of susceptible people, triggering the intense itch-scratch-itch cycle of neurodermatitis. -
Psoriasis Skin Disease Information
Written by Megan Kinder, with some information gathered from Healthline.com and SFGate.com.
With psoriasis skin disease, the body's immune system - which creates inflammation as a natural defense against bacteria, fungus, trauma and other invaders - goes haywire, sending out faulty signals that speed up the growth of skin. This typically causes red, scaly patches that not only cause pain and itching, but also can lead to psychological trauma and depression. There are several different types of psoriasis skin disease, distinguished by (a) the affected area of the body, and (b) the type of patches. -
Hives (Urticaria) Information
http://www.acaai.org/allergist/allergies/Types/skin-allergies/hives/Pages/default.aspx
Hives, also known as urticaria, affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lifetime. Hives can start as itching, followed by swollen, red welts. The itching may be mild to severe. Scratching, alcoholic beverages, exercise, and emotional stress may worsen the itching. -
"Contact deratitis" - What on earth is that?
Written by Megan Kinder
Contact Deratitis - a misspelling on Amazon! The reason so many people search for contact deratitis is because it is spelled wrong on Amazon. "Evaluation of Contact Deratitis Among Ink Ribbon Manufacturing Employees- New York" -
Eczema Nummular Treatment
Written by Megan Kinder, with some information gathered from NYTimes.com and other online sources.
According to an article published in the New York Times, those seeking eczema nummular treatment should void triggers that can make your symptoms worse, such as wool, lanolin, and certain foods. Experts do not recommend taking frequent baths - excess bathing and soaps can cause dry skin, which often makes the eczema nummular condition worse. -
Venostasis Dermatitis
Written by Megan Kinder - and big thanks go out to contributor Jeffrey A. Oster, DPM.
Venostasis dermatitis is an inflammatory reaction seen in the skin of the lower leg caused by static, slow or delayed venous flow of the leg. Venostasis dermatitis is common in patients 50 years and older. Factors that can contribute to the early onset of venostasis dermatitis include obesity, inactivity, venous injury, dependency (lower than the heart) of the leg and infection of the leg. The primary contributing cause of stasis dermatitis is valvular incompentency of the veins of the leg resulting in chronic swelling. The appearance of venous stasis can range from simple swelling to severe ulcerations. Left untreated, venostasis dermatitis can progress to a venous ulceration. The most common location for a venous ulceration of the lower extremity is over the medial aspect of the ankle. Venous ulcerations vary in size and depth. -
Foot Dermatitis Symtoms
Written by Megan Kinder, with information gathered from credible sources, research, and user submissions - mostly the American Academy of Dermatology.
Learn all about the signs and symtoms of foot dermatitis. Small, deep blisters can form on the feet, especially the soles, and can be a sign of foot dermatitis. Learn all about Foot Dermatitis here at DermatitisInformation.com. -
Venous Stasis Dermatitis Treatment
Written by Megan Kinder with help from contributor Anthony F Fransway, MD.
The first step in getting Venous Stasis Dermatitis Treatment is to learn about the illness. More commonly referred to as "Stasis dermatitis", or "stasis eczema", is a commonly seen inflammatory dermatosis of the lower extremities occurring in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often in association with varicose veins, dependent chronic edema, hyperpigmentation, lipodermatosclerosis, and ulcerations. -
Lichenoid Dermatitis Information
Written by Megan Kinder from a user suggestion with some information gathered information from wiseGEEK, a website that offers clear answers for common questions, and other online sources.
If you're here, chances are you're looking for Lichenoid Dermatitis Information and you have found the right place. Somtimes referred to as lichen planus, it is a type of skin condition that causes an itchy purple-colored rash. It is commonly caused by allergic reactions to medications or chemicals, but it can also be the result of a bacterial or viral infection. Common treatments for this skin condition include cortisone lotion and antihistamines. If an infection is present or there is a risk of an infection developing, topical or oral antibiotics may also be prescribed -
Information on Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Written by Megan Kinder with some information gathered information from works by Hull CM, Zone JJ, including the 3rd edition of "Dermatitis herpetiformis and linear IgA bullous dermatosis. In: Bolognia" and works from Habif TP, including his 5th edition of "Clinical Dermatology: A Color Guide to Diagnosis and Therapy."
Everyone online these days seems to be searching for Information on Dermatitis herpetiformis. That's no surprise, as the rash usually begins in people age 20 and older -- those who grew up in the internet generation. Children can sometimes be affected. The disease is seen in both men and women. Thought to be an autoimmune disorder, the cause is widely considered unknown. Dermatitis herpetiformis has been linked to gluten sensitivity -- or celiac sprue disease -- in the small bowel. -
Shingles: The Truth Behind The Painful, Blistering Rash
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001861/
Shingles (herpes zoster) is a painful, blistering skin rash due to the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. -
Occupational Dermatitis: Caused In The Workplace
Written by Megan Kinder, Dermatitis Information editor. Information sources included SkinCarePhysicians.com as well as in-person interviews.
Occupational dermatitis is not one specific type of eczema. It is any type of eczema caused by a person’s workplace. This distinct classification came about because occupational dermatitis has unique causes and a large number of people develop eczema on the job. -
Scalp Psoriasis - Information about the skin disorder
Written by Megan Kinder, information gathered from WebMD and other credible online sources.
Scalp psoriasis is a common skin disorder that produces raised, reddish, and often scaly patches. It can appear as one or multiple patches on the scalp, affect the entire scalp, and spread beyond the scalp to the forehead, back of the neck, or behind the ears. -
Perioral Dermatitis Symptoms
Written by Megan Kinder with information gathered from PrimeHealthChannel.com and other sources.
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What is Dermatitis?
Written by Megan Kinder
The simple definition of dermatitis is inflammation of the skin. Many people think of dermatitis as synonymous with eczema but this is actually not true. Almost any rash can be thought of as a dermatitis based on this definition - including psoriasis, skin cancer, and seborrhea. However, not every rash is dermatitis. -
Protopic: Important Information about the Topical Immunosuppressant
Written by Megan Kinder, with information gathered from Drugs.com and other current, credible sources online.
Protopic is used to treat severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). -
Rosacea: a Chronic Skin Condition
Written by Megan Kinder, with information gathered from PubMed Health and other current, credible sources online.
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that makes your face turn red and may cause swelling and skin sores that look like acne.