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Shingles

Shingles

by Maureen Kelley March 13, 2017

Shingles or (Herpes Zoster) comes from the varicella zoster virus or the same virus as chickenpox.  It is a viral infection that causes a painful rash in small areas of the face or body and looks like blisters. 

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Herpes Simplex Virus

Herpes Simplex Virus

by Maureen Kelley February 16, 2017

Herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) and (HSV-2) are two different types of the Herpes virus. HSV-1 is the oral type of herpes that shows up around the mouth or lips. The lesions usually look like a cold sore or a fever blister. HSV-2 is usually located in the genitals or rectum with sores in those specific areas.

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Baby Skin Care

Baby Skin Care

by Jon West January 11, 2016

Babies need constant care and affection. New parents want nothing more than their new edition to be happy and healthy.

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Seborrheic Dermatitis

Seborrheic Dermatitis

by Jon West January 11, 2016

Seborrheic Dermatitis is a very common, inflammatory skin condition that has flaky white and yellow scales in oily areas on the skin.

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Dermatitis

Dermatitis

by Jon West January 11, 2016

Dermatitis is a broad term for conditions involving inflammation of the skin.

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Acne

Acne

by Jon West January 07, 2016

Acne is not caused by dirt. Testosterone, a hormone which is present in males and females increases during puberty.

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