What Treatments Fade or Remove Chickenpox Scars?
08/12/2022

Because it’s so contagious, almost all adults in the United States over a certain age have had chickenpox. After the vaccine became available, infection rates dropped more than 90 percent. Today, chickenpox is rare among children. Many adults, however, still have reminders of their chickenpox, such as scarring.

Excessive scratching of chickenpox blisters can cause damage. When your skin is damaged by a deep wound, your body produces tissue that is thicker than skin to repair it. This is known as scar tissue. Inflammation of the skin, which is common with chickenpox, can lead to scars with a sunken appearance. Many people want to fade or remove these scars, especially when they’re on the face. Read on to learn some of the treatment options you have for chickenpox scars.


 
What causes keloids and how to prevent them?
08/10/2022

A keloid scar is a thick raised scar. It can occur wherever you have a skin injury but usually forms on earlobes, shoulders, cheeks or the chest. If you're prone to developing keloids, you might get them in more than one place. A keloid scar isn't harmful to your physical health, but it can cause emotional distress. Prevention or early treatment is key. Keloid scar treatment is possible. If you don't like how a keloid looks or feels, talk with a doctor about how to flatten or remove it. Even with treatment, a keloid can last for years or recur.


 
How to treat ulcers in the genital
08/08/2022

Genital ulcers are sometimes painful sores that don’t heal on their own. They’re often due to STIs, but there can be many other causes. The sooner you talk to your healthcare provider, the sooner you can get relief. You may need prescription medications or ointment. Although most people make a full recovery, ulcers sometimes come back. With timely genital ulcer treatment, genital ulcer disease will not affect your long-term health.


 
How is folliculitis treated?
07/27/2022

Folliculitis is a common skin condition commonly triggered by bacterial or fungal infections. The resulting rash of raised bumps can be itchy and painful, but it is treatable with topical medications. There are several types of folliculitis, the difference is determined by the cause of the infection or inflammation. Basic skin hygiene practices can help lower your risk of developing folliculitis, but if the condition does appear, it’s helpful to know how to recognize it and how best to respond.


 
What is a genital ulcer?
07/20/2022

Genital ulcers are small wounds that can form on your vagina, penis or anus. The most common cause is sexually transmitted infections, but there are many other potential causes. With successful treatment, you can make a full recovery.


 
Blisters: Causes and treatment
07/08/2022

A blister is a painful skin condition where fluid fills a space between layers of skin. They form when something — like too-tight shoes — repeatedly rubs against your skin. These fluid-filled bubbles are a pain, but you can treat them easily at home.


 
Varicose veins: What you need to know
07/01/2022

Varicose veins are a group of diseases of the peripheral blood vessels. The disease not only affects aesthetics but also affects daily life, many cases have to be amputated because of severe inflammation.


 
Causes of Folliculitis
07/01/2022

Folliculitis isn't life-threatening, but it can be itchy, sore and embarrassing. Severe infections can cause permanent hair loss and scarring. If you have a mild case, it'll likely clear in a few days with basic self-care measures. For more serious or recurring folliculitis, you may need to see a doctor for prescription medicine.


 
Causes of skin damage
07/01/2022

The skin is the largest organ in the body, and the damage to the skin is also very diverse and caused by many different causes. Although most of the above causes of injury heal on their own, there are also many injuries that become chronic and dangerous.