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A rare new medical condition is currently under study investigations by the CDC because of the many unusual symptoms it has shown to produce.

Participants in outdoor sports are at increased risk for sun damage to the skin. Both benign and malignant lesions may result.

The Chinese have been practicing TCM for more than two thousand years. That's a lot of practicing. Spend that much time on one project and you're a master of the craft.

Reiter's syndrome is a seronegative arthritis presenting with a classic triad of arthritis, urethritis and conjunctivitis.

Psoriatic arthritis is a specific type of debilitating joint inflammation, which is usually associated with psoriasis.

Dark, waxy build-up in the ears and lots of head scratching can be symptoms of ear mites. Only a veterinarian can prescribe the right treatment.

This article describes the most common form of pemphigus, pemphigus vulgaris, a potentially fatal autoimmune condition characterized by blistering lesions.

Learning how to manage shingles or herpes zoster is essential as it can be a very debilitating disease. Shingles vaccine helps in reducing the severity and complications.

A distressing skin condition called Lichen Sclerosus goes undiagnosed in many women and may deform your genitals, making it impossible to have sex, and therefore a baby.

The Center For Disease Control in Atlanta has partnered with Kaiser Permanente in California to research and begin to unravel the mystery of Morgellons Disease.

The cosmetic disfigurement caused by psoriasis can impact a person's quality of life, but the less familiar arthritis associated with this condition can be crippling.

Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used for treating dog allergies that lead to skin conditions. Diet, herbs and Tui Na massage are used to relieve allergy symptoms.

The herpes simplex virus affects one in five persons in the United States. Its acquisition, signs and symptoms, treatment options and prevention strategies are presented

Chickenpox and shingles are caused by varicella zoster herpesvirus. Can a person catch chickenpox from someone with shingles, and vice versa? Here's the low-down on VZV.

Scabies, or sarcoptic mange, is a parasitic disease which may affect both dogs and people and which causes extreme itchiness and hair loss resulting in a skin rash.

Different types of psoriatic arthritis present with varied clinical presentations of joint disease and debilities, severely affecting the quality of life in the patients.

Generalized itching in the absence of visible skin rashes, called pruritus sine materia, can be frustrating for both the patient and the treating physician.

There are several different types of medical lasers that are used in dermatology and cosmetology. Skin laser surgery has grown in leaps and bounds during last 10 years.

Demodectic mange in dogs may require no treatment in some cases. When treatment is necessary, options include amitraz dips (Mitaban® dips), Promeris®, or ivermectin.

Werewolf popularity is on the rise, particularly because of the Twilight series, not to mention Professor Remus in the Harry Potter series.

Morgellons syndrome is a condition that some people believe is caused by an as yet unidentified infectious agent. Others believe that it is delusional.

Affectionately known as a Sheltie, the Shetland Sheepdog is one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world.

Vaginal herpes is commonly caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which can be of two types: HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus-1) and HSV-2 (herpes simplex virus-2).

Humans acquire anthrax through contact with infected animals or animal products - in areas where livestock infection is uncommon, human infection is rare.

Essential oils can be used to treat some of the symptoms and side effects of Morgellons Disease.

The incidence of malignant melanoma is increasing by 4% per year; nearly 8500 people will die from this disease in 2008. Atypical moles may increase the risk of melanoma.

When you're new to oils, the hundreds of choices can be pretty overwhelming! Peppermint, Lavender, Lemon, Oregano, and Cinnamon oil form the start of a useful collection

Noticing the symptoms of allergies in a dog can help any pet owner get a proper diagnosis and treatment course to ease allergy flair-ups in their canine.

Castor oil used in packs or applied topically is said to be a remedy for pain and soreness, joints, warts, skin, lymph nodes, digestion, insomnia, hyperactivity and more.

Cats are prone to certain ailments, some of which can be prevented with proper care.

Churg-Strauss syndrome is an autoimmune triad that initially emerges as allergic rhinitis and later progresses to eosinophilia and vasculitis. Read on to learn more.

Contact dermatitis is a general term applied to acute or chronic inflammatory reaction to substances that come in contact with the skin.

We take showers to get rid of grime, dust, and bacteria that may threaten our health. It turns out that doing that may be counterproductive. What to do? Read on.

Dogs diagnosed with mast cell tumors now have a second chance at living longer. Thanks to Pfizer Inc, a major breakthrough in animal health care has made this possible.

Foot and mouth (hoof and mouth) disease should not be confused with hand, foot and mouth disease, although both viruses belong to the same family (Picornaviridae).

Genital herpes can be recognised by small clusters of blisters anywhere on the genital area, buttocks or upper thighs.

The herpes simplex viruses cause sores on the skin and mucous membranes around the mouth, nose, eye, genital tract and rectum.

Herpes viruses are second only to influenza and cold viruses in causing human disease. Fifty to eighty percent of adolescents and adults have herpes infections.

Science is logical and somewhat serendipitous. Such was the case with Dr. Jenner who noted that milkmaids were immune to smallpox and put that thinking into vaccination.

Koebner phenomenon in psoriasis, also known as isomorphic response, refers to the induction of new psoriasis skin lesions following local trauma or injury to the skin.

Leishmania mexicana, a tissue parasite, causes large skin lesions that are slow to heal. It may be expanding its range northward in the United States.

Lichen planus causes a characteristic rash that can occur alone or as a feature of other autoimmune disorders and syndromes.

Effects of Lung Cancer medical relationship to malignant melanoma and other types of skin cancer. Effects of smoking medical study links nicotine to pancreatic cancer.

The use of botulinum toxin, lights, gases, waves and lasers can help in wrinkle prevention.

Exposure to chickenpox during pregnancy can cause serious problems for infants of non-immune mothers. Serologic tests for immunity can allay many fears.

The body needs zinc for more than just preventing colds. It also works as a cofactor with over 200 different enzymes to make chemical reactions in the body.

Psoriasis can be classified on the basis of morphology, severity, clinical stage etc. This staging is useful for the dermatologist as well as for the patient.

Depending upon distinct morphological and anatomical characteristics, psoriasis may be divided into different clinical types.

Revolution can be used to control many parasites in dogs, including heartworms, fleas, some ticks, ear mites and scabies mites.Read on to find out more about Revolution.

It's a mysterious illness that affects tens of thousands of Americans, but many of them don't even know they have it. Find out if you have sarcoidosis.