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… Condition Basics What is dry skin? Dry skin is a common problem that can … scratching. Scratching damages the skin. If itching is a problem, try the following: Keep …
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… Overview Common skin changes during pregnancy include stretch … stretch marks. But they do help with skin dryness and may reduce itching. Stretch marks never go away, but they …
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… Overview Try these tips to help relieve itching from a rash. Keep the itchy area cool … rash a few times a day. Too much wetting and drying will dry the skin, which can increase itching. Keep cool, …
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… is also called atopic dermatitis. It's a skin problem that causes intense itching and a raised rash. Sometimes the rash … can help with burning and itching. For severe dryness, try petroleum jelly. Take a shower or …
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… Learning Center Learn about skin, hair, and nails Almost everyone knows … Diabetes: Steps for Foot-Washing Diaper Rash Dry Skin and Itching Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) Electrical …
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… a prescription. It is commonly used to treat skin inflammation and itching. Precautions Carefully read and follow … cream on weeping, scraped, or infected skin. Avoid getting the cream in the eyes. Use …
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… sun and its ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer. You can reduce your risk for skin cancer by: Protecting your skin, and that … change in the size, shape, symptoms (such as itching or tenderness), surface (especially …
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… File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. You … could make it hard to read the skin test. If itching is a problem, put a cold, wet face …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Common skin changes Most skin changes are normal and … called photosensitivity.) Rashes, hives, and itching may occur. Infections. Bacterial skin … steps may help. Keep the area clean and dry. Wash with a gentle skin cleanser and warm …
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… What is melanoma? Melanoma is a kind of skin cancer in which abnormal skin cells grow … change in the size, shape, symptoms (such as itching or tenderness), surface (especially … 12 to 48 hours. Other good choices include dry toast, crackers, cooked cereal, and …
