A patch is a flat area of color change in the skin that is greater than 10 millimeters wide.
Dark skin (meaning olive tones or darker) is actually classified as "sensitive skin" by most dermatologists because of the care they need... Read more »
On Monday, Novartis, a pharmaceutical giant, received U.S. approval for the Exelon Patch, which delivers a treatment for Alzheimer's... Read more »
Every morning I heave myself out of bed at 4:30 a.m. and sleep-drive myself to the gym. (Sleep-driving? It's like sleepwalking, only more... Read more »
Each week, Health and Beauty Expert Sue Chung will discuss skin health topics suggested by members of the HealthCentral community. To ask... Read more »
We get questions, comments, and even shareposts written about the symptom of itchy eyelids. In response, I wrote an article about some... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Red birthmarks are colored, blood vessel (vascular) skin markings that develop before or shortly after birth.Alternative NamesStrawberry mark;... Read more »
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A canker sore is a painful, open sore in the mouth. Canker sores are white or yellow and surrounded by a bright red area. They are not cancerous.A... Read more »
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Sores or lesions on the female genitalia or in the vagina may have a number of possible causes. Alternative Names Sores on the female... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hives are raised, often itchy, red welts on the surface of the skin. They are usually an allergic reaction to food or medicine.Alternative... Read more »