Lichen Planus

Posted by Big John, February 20, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Big John
My father-in-law has been diagnosed with Lichen Planus, and it's just absolutely terrible.  His arms and legs are effected.  Has anyone out there ever been diagnosed with this disease?  And if you were, have you found anything to give you relief?

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Spots in Private Area

Posted by Taloola, February 20, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Taloola

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Prickly Sensation

Posted by Anonymous, February 20, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Anonymous
About two or three times a year for the last 10 years I have gotten this condition where I have an area of skin that has a prickly feeling to it when gently touched. It's a sensation similar to a sunburn. The area is anywhere from the size of a playing card to an area perhaps 7 or 8 inches across. There is no visible rash or discoloring. I have experienced it almost always below the waist, usually on a hip or thigh. It usually lasts eight or 10 days before fading away. I don't think it is a serious condition, but it is somewhat disconcerting. Any ideas?

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Irritated Scalp

Posted by Brenda, February 20, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Brenda
My scalp is red and irrated, and sometimes I get little pimples on it. It's also very itchy. I have tried special shampoos and washing my hair less often. I'm not getting any relief, and when I do it's very short term. What can I do about this?

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Are Skin Rashes Harmless?

Posted by Cassie, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Cassie

Almost everyone has experienced a skin rash at one time or another. Rashes can be caused by a number of factors, including chemical irritants, heat, medications, diet and parasites. Most rashes are harmless. However, some require medical attention.

 

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Coping with Acne

Posted by Cassie, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Cassie

Acne is a condition that affects most people at some point in their lives. Though acne can be embarrassing and even painful, it generally isn't serious and tends to clear up on its own. Of course, some cases of acne require prescription medication.

 

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Diet and Food

Posted by OverHim, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by OverHim
Are chocolate and greasy food a cause of oily skin? I read that they're not, but my friends and parents say they are. I get enough flak because I'm overweight; I don't need more becasue of my skin.

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Moles

Posted by Upset, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Upset
I've always had a few moles, and I've been told they're harmless. Lately I think one's gotten bigger and is surrounded by lighter skin. I'm thinking I should get it looked at. Should I have a dermatologist look at my moles?

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Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema

Posted by New Mom, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by New Mom
Is there a difference between atopic dermatitis and eczema? Web sites seem to use the terms interchangeably.

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Poison Ivy

Posted by Busy Bee, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Busy Bee
Last year I had contact with poison ivy while I was wearing an old jacket. I handled the jacket again this week, and pow--I've got a small poison ivy rash. Is that stuff really that powerful?

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Impetigo

Posted by Busy Bee, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Busy Bee
My baby has a case of impetigo. One of the other mothers at the daycare doesn't want him to stay there because her daughter might catch it. I didn't think impetigo was contagious. Is it?

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Skin Tags

Posted by Better Buy, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Better Buy
Have they found out if skin tags are cancerous?

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Lice

Posted by TuTu, February 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM by TuTu
Less than a week into the school year, and already the lice warning comes home. I have not idea what I'm looking for, but one of my kids is scratching. Help!

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