- Find
- Resources
Aldara Cream Results
Pronounced: (imm-ICK-qwih-mawd)
Uses
This medication is used to treat certain types of growths on the skin. These are precancerous growths (actinic keratoses), a certain type of skin cancer (superficial basal cell carcinoma), and warts on the outside of the genitals/anus. Treating these conditions can decrease complications from them. Imiquimod belongs to a group of drugs called immune response modifiers. It is believed to work by helping to activate your...
Read moreMore information on "Aldara Cream Results"
From Our Experts
Efudex, Aldara and Other Skin Cancer Topical Chemo Creams
Hi everyone. Today I want to talk about the two topical therapies used to treat certain pre-cancerous lesions and early superficial skin... Read more »
A Dermatologist Answers Questions about Topical Chemotherapy Creams
One of the frequent questions we get here on SkinCancerConnection is about the use of topical medications used to treat pre-cancerous... Read more »
Side Effects of Using Topical Chemotherapy Creams
A number of our members here on SkinCareConnection ask about the use of topical chemotherapy creams to treat precancerous lesions such as... Read more »
Carac Cream for Actinic Keratosis
We get a lot of questions here on SkinCancerConnection about the use of chemotherapy creams to treat skin lesions. In this post we are... Read more »
Wrinkle Creams: Do Expensive Ones Work Better?
Reader: Will expensive wrinkle creams work better than cheaper ones? I'm on a limited budget but I'd still like to take good care of my... Read more »
From Our Sources
Hand lotions and creams
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hand cream poisoningSymptomsDiarrheaNauseaPossible intestinal obstruction, resulting in abdominal painVomiting Read more »
What Your Rheumatoid Arthritis Lab Results Mean
Q: How do most patients get referred to a rheumatologist in the first place?Kremer: Usually, it’s the pain that’s perceived to be arthritis pain.... Read more »
Sex After Breast Cancer Treatment: Testosterone Cream Not Eff...
Many survivors of breast cancer report having decreased sexual desire and drive. There are often several possible causes of diminished sex drive in... Read more »
Understanding Cholesterol Test Results
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Total cholesterol testNormal ValuesTotal cholesterol is an important measure of both bad and good cholesterol. Other lab tests are done to measure... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
