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Skin, Hair and Nails
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Skin, Hair and Nails

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Acne

Looking for ways to fight unsightly zits? Both teens and adults can get acne. Learn what causes pimples and blackheads and how to manage them.
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Athlete’s Foot

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a contagious fungal infection that can affect any part of the foot, but usually begins between the toes. Learn more.
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Behcet’s Syndrome

Behcet’s syndrome (or disease) causes inflammation of the blood vessels and symptoms in many parts of the body. Learn about diagnosis and treatment.
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Birthmarks

Birthmarks can be two main types: vascular, such as hemangiomas and port wine stains or pigmented, such as a mole or Mongolian spot. Find out more.
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Blisters

Blisters are fluid-filled sacs on the outer layer of your skin. They form because of rubbing, heat, or skin diseases. Learn about how to prevent them.
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Body Lice

Body lice are parasitic insects. They spread through physical contact with a person who has body lice or though contact with their clothing. They are most common in homeless people. Find out how to kn
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Botox

Botox injections can be used to temporarily reduce wrinkles but can also treat other health problems such as severe sweating or lazy-eye. Learn how.
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Bruises

Learn about how bruises, or contusions, form. They happen when you get a blow or injury that breaks the small blood vessels under the skin.
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Burns

A burn is damage to your body's tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or radiation. Read about the different types and treatments.
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Cellulitis

Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and deep underlying tissues. The cause is usually a type of strep bacteria. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Chickenpox

Chickenpox is a contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It causes an itchy rash with blisters. Learn about vaccines and treatment.
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Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are areas of thick skin, usually on the hands and feet. They happen because of repeated pressure or friction. Read about treatment.
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