Skin
There are three layers of skin that work together to protect you and keep you healthy. This eMedTV article takes a closer look at skin, including information on what it is made of, as well as a description of what each layer does.
Lice
Lice are tiny wingless insects that feed on a human's blood. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of the three different types of lice that affect humans, including information on symptoms, diagnosis, transmission, and treatment.
Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that most often affects the extremities. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this condition, including information about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Promethazine
Promethazine is a prescription drug approved for various uses, including the treatment of nausea. This eMedTV segment covers these uses in more detail, describes how the medication works, explains when and how to use it, and more.
Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a skin disorder characterized by white patches that can appear on various parts of the body. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the condition, including possible causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.
Alopecia Areata
Often resulting in sporadic hair loss, alopecia areata is a disease that affects a person's hair follicles. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at alopecia areata and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes inflamed after exposure to certain substances. This eMedTV article offers an introduction to this type of skin inflammation, noting in particular its causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Mangosteen
Mangosteen is a type of fruit that may have several medicinal benefits. This eMedTV Web article offers a complete overview of this product, including information on its possible medicinal properties, potential side effects, and general safety concerns.
Lamisil
Lamisil is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat fingernail and toenail fungus. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how the drug works and offers details on its effects, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Hydroxyzine
Hydroxyzine is approved for many uses, such as treating itching. This eMedTV segment provides a complete overview of this prescription medication, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a noncontagious skin rash that is often made worse by allergens like wool or pet hair. This eMedTV article discusses this form of eczema in detail, including possible causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Triamcinolone
Triamcinolone is a medication that can treat several conditions, such as asthma and allergies. This eMedTV article provides an overview of triamcinolone, describing the various forms of the medicine, its uses, dosing information, and side effects.
Body Lice
Body lice are wingless, small insects that live primarily on clothing. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at body lice, explaining how they are transmitted, diagnosed, and treated. This page also explains how they may transmit certain diseases.
Swimmer's Itch
Swimmer's itch is caused by an allergic reaction to a parasite found in birds and aquatic mammals. This eMedTV resource discusses this phenomenon in detail, including the lifecycle of the parasite, symptoms, treatment options, and more.
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Dermatitis herpetiformis is a skin rash that is linked to celiac disease. This segment of the eMedTV archives explains how a gluten-free diet can be useful in treating this condition and that not everyone with celiac disease develops it.
Hydroxyzine HCL
As an antihistamine, hydroxyzine hydrochloride (HCl) can help relieve several conditions, including itching. This eMedTV page offers a brief overview of this prescription medication, including how it works and general safety precautions.
Aquaphor
Aquaphor is a nonprescription ointment approved for treating diaper rash and various other skin conditions. This eMedTV segment discusses these uses in more detail, explains how to use this product, and describes how it works to soothe the skin.
