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Functions Of Skin
Georgetown University researchers have identified a gene that they say ceases to function in two aggressive forms of cancer. The scientists found that the gene-- known as PTPRD--is inactivated in malignant melanoma, a form of skin cancer, and glioblastoma multiforme, a lethal brain tumor. The scientists also say that because PTPRD has been found in other types of cancer, their discovery suggests that this gene may play a role in a wide variety of different cancers. Experts say this discovery...
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Artificial Skin Bonanza
As the saying goes, we all wish we had a second skin..sometimes. the saying takes on serious significance when we hear about patients who... Read more »
CHOICES: #8: Functionality and Functionality
In previous blogs in the Choices Series, I've suggested that there are three milestones in the Journey of Recovery from schizophrenia:... Read more »
Insect Repellents and Your Skin
I'm planning on going camping this summer and I don't want to come back with a million bug bites. How can I keep my skin safe from... Read more »
Real Skin Improvement
I feel like there's a new skincare product coming out every day. I don't really know what to pick because I don't understand how new... Read more »
Skin Cancer and IBD Medications
According to a recent study of 26,403 Crohn's disease patients and 26,974 patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) some of the medications... Read more »
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Acquired platelet function defect
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Acquired qualitative platelet disorders; Acquired disorders of platelet functionSymptomsAbnormal menstrual periodsHeavy menstrual periodsProlonged... Read more »
Muscle function loss
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Paralysis; Paresis; Loss of movement; Motor dysfunctionHome CareSudden loss of muscle function is a medical emergency. Seek immediate medical... Read more »
Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Treatment for Other Skin Canc...
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
An experienced doctor should first rule out noncancerous (benign) conditions that resemble melanoma, such as a mole called a melanocytic nevus.In... Read more »
Skin abscess
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Abscess - skin; Cutaneous abscess; Subcutaneous abscessTreatmentMoist heat (such as warm compresses) may speed healing and may help a skin abscess... Read more »
Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Introduction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Skin cancer is cancer that starts in the skin cells. Skin cancers are divided into two major groups:Nonmelanoma, which includes basal cell cancer and... Read more »
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