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Warts

Warts

Generally harmless small, hard, round, raised bumps with a rough surface that usually appear on hands and fingers or around the knees caused by one of more than 58 varieties of PAPILLOMA VIRUS. Common warts are firm, well-defined growths.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 09.28.09 | No Comments

Skin Infections

Skin Infections

Skin infections can range from a local superficial problem, such as IMPETIGO, to a widespread and more serious infection. Examples of bacterial skin infections include ECTHYMA, folliculitis, BOILS, CARBUNCLES, SCARLET FEVER, CELLULITIS, and.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 06.10.09 | No Comments

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid

A drug used to treat a variety of skin disorders, including DERMATITIS, ECZEMA, PSORIASIS, ICHTHYOSIS, ACNE, and WARTS. The drug is also sometimes used for fungal infections. For the treatment of warts, salicylic acid pads can be very effec.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 05.15.09 | No Comments

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

A very common and extremely contagious virus that can cause abnormal tissue growth on the feet, hands, vocal cords, mouth, and genital organs. More than 60 types of human papilloma virus (HPV) have been identified; each type infects certain.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 05.2.09 | No Comments

Common Noncancerous Skin Growths

Common Noncancerous Skin Growths

A variety of spots or growths can appear on the surface of your skin—especially as you get older—but most are harmless and do not require treatment. The most common noncancerous skin growths are actinic (or solar) keratoses, cherry angi.. Read More

Skin and Hair | 08.24.08 | No Comments