News tagged with skin condition
Acne really is a nightmare for some teens
Sep 16, 2009 |
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Zits, pimples, bumps and blemishes are a young person's worst nightmare. Collectively they are known as acne, a very common skin condition that affects millions of adolescents. Now a Norwegian study published in the open ...
Mice with skin condition help scientists understand tumor growth
Jul 06, 2009 |
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Cancerous tumors sometimes form at the site of chronic wounds or injury, but the reason why is not entirely clear. Now researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have engineered mice with a persistent ...
Eczema in children is increasing, but diet is not the cause: Avoiding foods may do more harm than good
Mar 20, 2009 |
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One in five children are now affected by this skin condition, which is often associated with an allergy. Many people believe that certain foods are responsible, or at least make the symptoms worse. However, in information ...
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Discovery leads to effective treatment of painful skin condition
Nov 24, 2009 |
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Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute, in collaboration with a worldwide group of physicians and scientists, have discovered a remarkable treatment for a rare, yet debilitating, skin condition.
Experts turn to web to combat distressing skin disease
Mar 23, 2009 |
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People experiencing the skin disease psoriasis may get relief from their symptoms and the psychological distress they can cause through a new web-based therapy programme.
Migraine increases risk of severe skin sensitivity and pain
Apr 21, 2008 |
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People with migraine are more likely to experience exacerbated skin sensitivity or pain after non-painful daily activities such as rubbing one’s head, combing one’s hair and wearing necklaces or earrings, compared to people ...
Acne may prevent people from participating in sport and exercise, says research
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Feb 25, 2008 |
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Acne patients who are highly anxious about their skin condition say they are less likely to participate in sport or exercise, according to new research at the University of Bath (UK).
Heparin can cause skin lesions
Sep 28, 2009 |
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Heparin, a commonly used anticoagulant, can cause skin lesions, reports a study in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Skin lesions caused by heparin may indicate the presence of a life-threatening decrease in t ...
Skin-disease patients show brain immunity to faces of disgust
Aug 27, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- People with psoriasis - an often distressing dermatological condition that causes lesions and red scaly patches on the skin - are less likely to react to looks of disgust by others than people without the ...
The elderberry way to perfect skin
Jul 03, 2007 |
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Forget expensive moisturisers and cosmetic surgery, a compound found in the humble elderberry could give a natural boost to skin.
Baffling Chronic Pain Linked to Rewiring of Brain
Nov 26, 2008 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists peered at the brains of people with a baffling chronic pain condition and discovered something surprising. Their brains looked like an inept cable guy had changed the hookups, rewiring ...
Dark side of the sun
Jun 29, 2009 |
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As a specialist in skin disorders and cancers, Dr. Janellen Smith sees firsthand what too much sun can do. Sunburns and accelerated skin aging are common results, but excessive sun exposure also can be deadly. ...
Why does eczema often lead to asthma?
May 19, 2009 |
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Many young children who get a severe skin rash develop asthma months or years later. Doctors call the progression from eczema, or atopic dermatitis, to breathing problems the atopic march. In this week's issue of PLoS Bi ...
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