Dermatology: Hair, Nail, and Skin Condition Information: Publications and Documents
Summary
The Disabled World database on dermatology offers a comprehensive collection of articles and papers covering a wide range of topics related to hair, nails, and skin conditions. This resource includes information on common skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis, and acne, as well as more specialized topics such as immunodermatology and skin cancer. The publications provide valuable insights into symptoms, treatments, and recent research findings, making them useful for both patients and healthcare professionals. These articles are particularly helpful for individuals with disabilities, seniors, and those seeking to understand various dermatological issues. While not all content is peer-reviewed, the database offers a mix of scientific information and practical advice, serving as an accessible starting point for those interested in skin health and related conditions.Searching the Database
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| Title and Description | Ed | Publish Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Tips to Cure a Yeast Infection Information regarding mouth, rectum and vagina yeast infections including home remedies and relief to help treat persistent Candidiasis. | ||
| Does Smoking Make You Look Older Research shows smokers more susceptible to non-melanoma skin cancers, wrinkles, skin aging, psoriasis, dental problems and hair loss. | ||
| Candidiasis Fungal Infection Must be Treated Early New guidelines underscore importance of consulting infectious diseases specialist to identify candidiasis quickly and recommend shift from fluconazole to echinocandins for the initial treatment of invasive infections. | ||
| Hospital Hand Washing Leads to Rise in Dermatitis Incidence of dermatitis increased in health care workers following hand hygiene drive to reduce infections such as MRSA. | ||
| Human and Animal Bite Injuries to Hands: Treatment Medical guidance on treating hand bite wounds from humans, dogs, and cats, including infection risks, antibiotic protocols, and emergency care procedures. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Cell Phone Allergic Reactions from Nickel and Chromium Researchers review how nickel and chromium released by mobile phones can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in children and adults. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Color of Eyes May Indicate Risk for Serious Skin Conditions Research reveals eye color may be an indicator of whether a person is high-risk for certain serious skin conditions. | ||
| Nickel Allergy: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Strategies Explore nickel allergy: its causes from everyday metal exposure, symptoms like eczema, diagnostic methods, treatments, and prevention tips for at-risk groups. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Chiggers - Facts, Bites, Treatment and Prevention Chigger larvae pierce the skin and inject a person with a salivary secretion that contains powerful digestive enzymes. | ||
| Removing Warts with Liquid Nitrogen Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen is the most effective method to remove common warts. | ||
| Does Hand Washing Really Stop Disease Spread? Study looks at methods of hand drying, including paper towels and hand dryers, and the effect on transfer of bacteria from the hands to other surfaces. | ||
| Upload Photo of Skin Condition for Melanoma Analysis Upload photos of moles or other skin concerns and have them analyzed them for signs of melanoma. | ||
| American Cosmetic Skincare Concerns Survey Results The Patient's Guide survey reveals consumers attitudes toward cosmetic skincare concerns. | ✓ | |
| Should Botox Users Switch to Dysport and Save Money Dysport is a botulinum toxin Type A injection for eliminating fine lines and wrinkles. | ||
| Osteopontin Contributes to Allergic Contact Dermatitis Allergic contact dermatitis is a hyper-reaction of the immune system to either allergens or irritants on the skin. | ||
| Ichthyosis: Facts, Symptoms and Treatment Ichthyosis is severe and persistent problems with dry skin that often begins in either infancy or childhood. | ||
| Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Symptoms, Signs, Treatment Dermatitis herpetiformis is usually extremely itchy. The bumps or blisters usually appear on the elbows, knees, back, and buttocks. |
Key: the first check mark indicates the publication carries an editor's note; the second indicates a footnote.
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