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Scientific name for acne

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Acne vulgaris

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What is Acne vulgaris

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Acne caused by blocked pores of hair follicles/sebaceous glands which trap oil and dead skin cells beneath

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Ance vulgaris cause

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Overproduction of sebum, irregular shedding of dead, skin cells, buildup of bacteria

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Acne vulgaris treatments

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-OTC lotions containing benzo, peroxide, sulfur, and salicylic acid
-OTC retinoids, exfoliate skin, causing skin cells to turn over at a faster rate, decrease, or production, and our anti-inflammatory
-isotretinoin(accutane): oral vitamin A, shuts down sebaceous glands

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Is acne contagious

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No

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Do benzo peroxide and retinoids affect sebum production

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Benzyl peroxide no retinoids yes

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How to salicylic acid get rid of acne

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Unclogged pores and works by dissolving excess oil and exfoliating dead skin cells. Does not kill bacteria or have any effect on sebum production

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Scientific name for eczema

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Atopic dermatitis

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Atopic dermatitis cause

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Cause unknown, but linked to an overactive response by the bodies immune system to unknown triggers. Commonly found in families with a history of other allergies or asthma.

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Atopic dermatitis treatment

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Hydrocortisone creams, humidifier, oral allergy, ( antihistamine ) (Zyrtec, Allegra, Benadryl)

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Is atopic dermatitis contagious

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No

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What is the scientific name for psoriasis

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Plaque psoriasis

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What is plaque psoriasis

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Rapid, skin, cell reproduction, resulting in red dry patches of thicken skin

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Plaque psoriasis cause

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Exact cause unknown. Genetics. Environmental factors. Smoking alcohol, hot showers.

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Plaque psoriasis treatment

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Retinoids
Topical steroids, injectable steroids phototherapy

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Is plaque psoriasis contagious

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No

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Scientific name for ringworm

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Tinea corporis

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What is tinea corporis

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Round or oval rash that peels cracks scales itches, and is red. Forms blisters, especially on feet.

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What fungi cause tinea corporis

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Trichiphyton microsporum epidermophyton

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Tinea corporis treatment

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Topical anti-fungal ( tinactin lotrimin lamisil) oral medication’s, wash all clothes and bedding

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Is tinea corporis contagious

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Yes, through contact with infected animals or humans, common amongst children and sharing items

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Scientific name for cold sore/ fever blister

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Oral herpes

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What is oral herpes

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Groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth

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Oral herpes cause

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HSV 1 or 2

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What are warts
Local growths in the skin
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Wart cause
Human papilloma virus infection
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Wart treatment
Salicylic acid, otc wart treatment, freeze w aerosol
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Are warts contagious
Yes bc caused by virus
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What are chickenpox
Itchy rash of spots that look like blisters accompanied by flu-like symptoms
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Chickenpox cause
Varicella zoster virus
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Chickenpox treatment
Healthy children: none Antihistamine for itching Tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever Cool oatmeal baths, calamine lotion
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Is chickenpox contagious
From 2 days before rash appears till blisters are crusted over
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What is the scientific name for shingles
Herpes zoster
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What is heroes zoster
Pain and oftentimes rash on one side of torso Common in older adults and ppl w weak immune systems
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Herpes zoster cause
When varicella zoster virus starts up again After you had chickenpox, the virus lies inactive in nerve tissue near spinal cord and brain. Years later, the virus may reactivate as shingles.
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Herpes zoster treatment
No cute Treated w antiviral medications, Tylenol, antihistamines
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Is herpes zoster contagious
Yes Can pass to anyone not immune to chickenpox Occurs through direct contact with the open source of the single rash Once infected, the person developed chickenpox, not shingles
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What is scabies
Itchy, highly contagious, skin condition where mites burrow into skin to produce a rash and intense itching, which is worse at night
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Scabies cause
Itch mite sarcoptes scabiei
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Scabies treatment
Prescription scabicide drugs and antihistamines No otc Wash clothes
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Is scabies contagious
Yes though mite crawling when skin to skin contact
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What is vitiligo
Pigmentation disorders where melanocytes are destroyed
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Vitiligo cause
Unknown Maybe autoimmune or genetic
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Vitiligo treatment
Topical steroid therapy Psoralen photochemotherapy ( psoralen and uv a therapy PUVA) - most effective
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Is vitiligo contagious
No
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Scientific name for alopecia
Alopecia areata
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What is alopecia areata
Harold’s conditions that affect both males and females and is different from the inherited male patterned boldness
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Alopecia areata cause
Unknown Maybe genetic or autoimmune disorder
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Is alopecia areata contagious
No
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What is the scientific name for athlete’s foot
Tinea pedis
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What is tinea pedis
Fungal infection that usually begins between the toes Occurs in people with sweaty tight fitting shoes Symptoms include scaly rash that causes itching stinging burning Closely related to ringworm and jock itch
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Tinea pedis cause
Fun guy that normally lives on the skin hair and nails called dermatophytes When environment they live in gets warm and moist, they grow out of control and start to cause symptoms
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Tinea pedis treatment
Mild cases use otc antifungal ointment, cream, powder or spray
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Is Tinea pedis contagious
Yes
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Scientific name for dandruff
Seborrheic dermatitis or cradle cap
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What is seborrheic dermatitis
Scaly patches red skin and stubborn dandruff
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Seborrheic dermatitis cause
Possible combination of an overproduction of skin oil and irritation that forms a yeast called maleassezia Runs and families Stress fatigue, whether extreme, oily skin, or obesity, may increase risk
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Sebhorrheic dermatitis treatment
OTC shampoos creams and lotions
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Is sebhorrheic dermatitis contagious
No

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