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Eczema herpeticum: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment - Medical News Today

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When the skin of someone with eczema comes into contact with the herpes virus, they may develop eczema herpeticum. Eczema herpeticum is rare, but it can produce severe symptoms that need urgent medical attention. In this article, we provide an overview of eczema and herpes and look at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of eczema herpeticum, which can occur when these two conditions meet. Herpes does not cause serious health problems for someone with a healthy immune system. However, if a person with eczema becomes infected with one of the herpes simplex viruses — HSV-1 or HSV-2 — they may develop eczema herpeticum. Eczema herpeticum is a rare but potentially serious complication. It can happen when areas of the skin that eczema affects come into contact with the herpes virus. It is most likely to result from contact with a cold sore (HSV-1) and usually occurs on the: head neck trunk Symptoms of eczema herpeticum usually appear 5–12 days after exposure to sores from the herpes virus. T...

The Diagnosis and Management of Seborrheic Dermatitis | CCID - Dove Medical Press

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Correspondence: Giuseppe Micali, Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia 78, Catania, 95123, Italy, Tel + 39 095 321705, Fax + 39 095 3782425, Email [email protected] Abstract: Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder that mostly affects young adults in areas rich in sebaceous glands (scalp, face, and trunk). In adolescents and adults, SD clinical presentation may range from mild patches to diffuse scalp scaling. In infants, it mainly occurs on the scalp as yellowish, scaly patches ("cradle cap"). In adults, several environmental triggers are likely to promote SD development, along with fungal colonization by Malassezia spp., sebaceous gland activity, as well as immunosuppression, endocrine, neurogenic and iatrogenic factors. In children, early occurrence in the first trimester suggests the role of excessive sebaceous gland activity from maternal hormones, along with cutaneous microbiome alterations. The diagnosis of...

Physiological, Pathological, and Circadian Factors Impacting Skin Hydration - Cureus

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As the largest organ of the body, the skin plays many essential roles, such as protecting the body against pathogens, regulating body temperature, cell fluid maintenance, synthesis of vitamin D, and detection of stimuli [1]. Parameters used to assess the condition of skin related to its hydration status include tissue water determined by measurements of the stratum corneum [2], dermis and deeper skin layers [3] and measures of water loss via transepidermal water loss (TEWL) measures [4]. These parameters are determined and affected by multiple physiological and pathological factors, the analysis of which is the main subject of the present study. Knowledge about the specific factors impacting these skin parameters is important to a deeper understanding of how the skin maintains its proper functions, the cause of abnormalities that may occur, and the effect of correction and care. The focus of this rep...

CDC Study Says Sinus Infections Are Treated With Antibiotics Longer Than Necessary - AJMC.com Managed Markets Network

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A CDC study published in JAMA Internal Medicine on Monday found that primary care providers are prescribing antibiotics for sinus infections longer than recommended by clinical practice guidelines. A key antibiotic stewardship principle is to use the shortest effective length of antibiotics recommended by guidelines in order to fight the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. A CDC study published in JAMA Internal Medicine on Monday found that primary care providers are prescribing antibiotics for sinus infections longer than recommended by clinical practice guidelines. A key antibiotic stewardship principle is to use the shortest effective length of antibiotics recommended by guidelines in order to fight the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. In the report, the CDC said that antibiotic stewardship programs can ensure that treatment adheres to these guidelines. According to the CDC, at least 2 million people become infected with bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics eac...

Mastitis Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments - Health Digest

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While mastitis is not a forever diagnosis, it also unfortunately is not necessarily a one-and-done condition. You can get repeat cases of mastitis, says the Cleveland Clinic. However, multiple bouts with this condition may warrant a visit to a lactation consultant, as repeated breastmilk drainage problems can be indicative of problems with latching, suction, or position during nursing.  Once you've had mastitis once (or a couple times), you're definitely not eager to go through it again. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent this nasty sickness from striking you down again — since moms, after all, can't afford to lose momentum. Firstly, try to keep your nursing structured (we know, easier said than done). By keeping a breastfeeding routine as best as possible, you're preventing bacteria buildup in the ducts of your breasts; Kaiser Permanente recommends ensuring that you either nurse or pump every four hours.  You can also keep ...

What does monkeypox look like compared to 7 other skin conditions - Insider

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Monkeypox causes a rash that can look similar to other illnesses such as acne, herpes or syphilis. Two dermatologists told Insider the key differences between monkeypox and seven other rashes. Monkeypox spreads through close contact with an infected person or from touching contaminated items. Monkeypox can cause a rash that looks similar to other illnesses, including herpes or syphilis  — but there are some key differences, dermatologists told Insider.  Alongside a fever, a rash is one of the main symptoms of monkeypox. A recent study found that of 528 monkeypox cases diagnosed in 16 countries between April and June of this year, 95% had a rash, Insider previously reported. Monkeypox has spread rapidly in recent months. More than 21,000 people across 79 countries have caught it in an unusual outbreak that began in...

Lasers Are an Effective Form of Vitiligo Treatment - Managed Healthcare Executive

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Laser treatment presents as being highly effective for vitiligo repigmentation over other forms of treatment. Laser treatment presents as being most effective for vitiligo repigmentation over other forms of treatment. This treatment uses light to restore the lost color of skin effect of Vitiligo. Vitiligo is a sychologically impairing autoimmune disorder inducing skin depigmentation that affects 0.2–1.8% of the population. The skin condition appears as pale patches on the skin and happens when the body stops producing melanocytes, the cells responsible for the skin pigment melanin. There is no cure for vitiligo, but treatment, like lasers, can help even out a person's skin tone. According to a review shared in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereolog, there are many treatment options for vitiligo those affected would like to treat it. For example, there are various laser treatments and the treatment course can depend on the individual's condition an...