Rashes and Parasites

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Alleviating Eczema
Get to the root of treating eczema instead of just buying cream after cream. Dr. Greene, offers suggestions that can... »
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Knowing When a Child Should be Picked up from Day Care
As a parent, when you get a call saying that you need to leave work to pick up a sick child, you are put in a tough... »
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New Treatments for Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin ailment that has been frustrating parents, patients, and pediatricians alike for many years. But... »

A-Z Guide

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Arboviruses
The arboviruses (arthropod-borne viruses) are a group of viruses that are spread by mosquitoes, ticks, or sand flies.... »
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Chickenpox
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, a member of the herpesvirus family. Chickenpox is one of the most... »
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Contact Transmission
Contact transmission requires some form of touch to spread an infection. Direct contact transmission involves immediate... »
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Coxsackievirus
A surprising variety of different-appearing illnesses can be caused by the coxsackieviruses, a family of enteroviruses... »
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Diaper Rash
A surprising number of different entities fall under the label of diaper rash. A rash in the diaper area might be... »
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Eczema
Technically, the word eczema is a general term, referring to a broad range of red, itchy rashes, including contact... »
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Encephalitis
Anyone can get encephalitis. It tends to be more common in the summer and fall. Some types are found in those who are... »