Skin Diseases And Disorders Articles

• Handout on Health: Atopic Dermatitis
  ... This booklet is for people who have atopic dermatitis (often called "eczema"), parents and caregivers of children with atopic dermatitis, and others interested in learning more about the disease. The ...
  [full article...]
• Pruritus
  ... This patient summary on pruritus is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, suppor...
  [full article...]
• Questions and Answers About Acne
  ... This fact sheet contains general information about acne. It describes what acne is and how it develops, the causes of acne, and the treatment options for various forms of acne. Information is also pro...
  [full article...]
• Questions and Answers About Alopecia Areata
  ... This booklet contains general information about alopecia areata (al-oh-PEE-shah ar-ee-AH-tah). It describes what alopecia is, its causes, and treatment options. Information is also provided on current...
  [full article...]
• Questions and Answers About Lichen Sclerosus
  ... This fact sheet contains general information on lichen sclerosus. It describes what lichen sclerosus is and how it is diagnosed and treated. If you have further questions after reading this fact sheet...
  [full article...]
• Questions and Answers About Rosacea
  ... This booklet contains general information about rosacea (ro-ZAY-she-ah). It defines rosacea and describes its symptoms, possible causes, and treatments. If you have further questions after reading thi...
  [full article...]
• Questions and Answers about Vitiligo
  ... Vitiligo (vit-ill-EYE-go) is a pigmentation disorder in which melanocytes (the cells that make pigment) in the skin, the mucous membranes (tissues that line the inside of the mouth and nose and genita...
  [full article...]