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Adornments That Distract: Using Jewelry to Minimize Acne   created at May 03, 2009   187   While jewelry itself doesn't directly cause acne,certain types can exacerbate existing breakouts or contribute to new ones.Heavy necklaces and earrings can rub against the skin,causing irritation and inflammation,potentially leading to acne lesions.Similar...

Deciphering Your Baby's Rash: Is it Scabies or Something Else?   created at May 13, 2009   338   Baby rashes can stem from various causes,including common irritants like detergents or drool,viral infections like roseola or hand,foot,and mouth disease,allergic reactions to foods or substances,or even diaper rash.Determining the cause requires observing...

Psoriasis or Eczema - Deciphering Your Baby's Skin Woes   created at May 13, 2009   137   Distinguishing between psoriasis and eczema in babies can be challenging,as both cause itchy,inflamed skin.Eczema (atopic dermatitis) typically presents with intensely itchy,red,dry patches,often in the creases of elbows and knees,and may weep or crust.Pso...

Unraveling the Enigma: Understanding the Causes of Eczema   created at May 11, 2009   145   Eczema,or atopic dermatitis,arises from a complex interplay of genetic predisposition and environmental triggers.A compromised skin barrier,allowing irritants and allergens to penetrate more easily,is a key factor.Genetic variations affecting immune system...

Unveiling the Culprit - Allergens in Makeup and How to Navigate Them   created at Oct 27, 2009   388   Makeup can contain a variety of allergens,including fragrances,preservatives (like parabens and formaldehyde),certain dyes,and ingredients derived from plants like nuts or soy.Navigating these allergens requires careful label reading,looking for terms like...

Dipping Safely: Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Swimmer's Itch   created at May 11, 2009   250   Preventing and reducing swimmer's itch involves avoiding swimming in contaminated waters,particularly lakes and ponds known to have snails that harbor the parasite.Showering immediately after swimming helps wash away any larvae before they penetrate the sk...

Understanding Swimmer's Itch: A Seasonal Skin Woe   created at May 11, 2009   184   Swimmer's itch, scientifically known as schistosome cercarial dermatitis, emerges as a skin irritation resulting from the invasion of the epidermal layer by the larval stage of certain flatworms. This condition often catches swimmers by surprise, turning a...

Unraveling the Avian Connection: Tracing Swimmer's Itch to Bird Hosts   created at May 11, 2009   163   Determining which birds carry schistosomes responsible for swimmer's itch involves a meticulous scientific process. Here's a glimpse into the methods used to identify and understand the avian hosts:1. Miracidia Hatching from Feces: Birds are checked for av...

Decoding the Itchy Enigma: Understanding Your Baby's Scaly Red Patches   created at May 11, 2009   126   If you've noticed scaly red patches on your baby's skin, accompanied by intense itching, you might be dealing with a common culprit—eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. This skin rash frequently makes its debut in a baby's first year, appearing on are...

What is psoriasis?   created at May 13, 2009   150   Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that shows up in several forms. The two that appear most in children are: • Plaque psoriasis. This is the most common type. If your baby has a raised, red lesion covered with a flaky, silvery-white scale, he may...