What Is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a skin condition where the skin cells build up. The cells don’t shed the way they should. This results in raised itchy red or silvery, flaky or scaly dry flakes, that are extremely itchy. It is commonly seen on the elbows, knees, wrists and scalp, but can appear anywhere on…
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Skin Cancer and Melanomas – What You Need to Know
Skin Cancer and Melanomas – What You Need to Know Having a doctor tell you, “It’s cancer,” can be life-changing. There are numerous treatments for a wide variety of cancers, but as with many conditions, the best cure is prevention. Experts tell us that skin cancer is greatly preventable, by astute management of solar exposure….
What Is Seborrheic Dermatitis?
What Is Seborrheic Dermatitis? Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition, and refers to a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects certain areas of the body, quite often the scalp. Seborrheic dermatitis that affects the scalp is referred to as “scalp seborrhea”. This condition is mainly characterized by mild to dense dandruff, redness, itchiness, scaly patches and…