Abdomen
... technologist will put some scanning gel on your
skin and then will move an ultrasound scanhead ... the lower abdomen and tighten stretched
skin . Abdomen (e.g., liver , kidney s, spleen ... stools , fever , unexplained weight loss ,
skin rashes , tiredness, or joint pain . The ...
Abscess
... incision & drainage Definition An infected
skin nodule that contains pus may need to be ... , and foreign materials. Abscess es in the
skin are readily visible and are red, raised, and ... Eventually, the abscess breaks through the
skin surface to produce a draining sinus tract. ...
Abrasion
... ABRASION S - A superficial injury to the
skin or other body tissue caused by rubbing or ... is a superficial rub or wearing off of the
skin , usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn . ... injuries that can be treated at home. The
skin may bleed or drain small amounts at the time of ...
Acanthosis nigricans
... Acanthosis nigricans : A
skin condition characterized by dark thickened velvety patches , especially in the folds of
skin in the axilla (armpit), groin and back of ... is the name given to thickened, darkened
skin that occurs on the neck, under the arms, and in ...
Achilles Tendon
... physical examination , the doctor will identify
skin lesion s, tenderness, and swelling of joints ... hill. If the affected joint is close to the
skin , as with the shoulder , knee , elbow, or ... hard, round or oval masses that appear under the
skin , usually on pressure points, such as the elbow ...
Acne
... Acne Overview Acne is a red, irritating
skin rash primarily affecting teenagers and young ... light-based therapies reach the deeper layers of
skin without harming the
skin 's surface. Laser treatment is thought to ...
Acne rosacea
... prominent blood vessels, swelling , or
skin eruptions similar to acne . Acne rosacea is a
skin problem that affects the nose and face. It ... you are more likely to develop this harmless
skin condition if: ... Answer: Rosacea , which is ...
Acne vulgaris
... Acne vulgaris , or acne , is a
skin problem that starts when oil and dead
skin cells clog up your pores. Some people call it ... term for common acne , is the most common
skin disease . It affects nearly 17 million people ...
Acrodermatitis
... Acrodermatitis is a childhood
skin condition that may be accompanied by mild ... viral infections . Acrodermatitis is a
skin condition peculiar to children that may be ... by the simultaneous presence of dermatitis (
skin inflammation ) and diarrhea . ...
Actinic keratosis
... Actinic keratosis is a
skin condition characterized by rough, scaly patches on the
skin of your face, lips, ears, back of your hands, ... Actinic keratosis is a precancerous
skin growth usually caused by sun exposure. ...
Actinic keratoses
... other than patches or small spots on the
skin . These lesion s take years to develop, usually ... the hands. Occur mostly on people who have light
skin that has been damaged by the sun. acupuncture ... To help detect actinic keratoses and other
skin abnormalities in their earliest stages, examine ...
Acupuncture
... a hypodermic needle). Insertion through the
skin is not as painful as when using a hollow needle. ... Very fine needles are used to puncture the
skin and restore the balance of energy. ... technique of inserting thin needles through the
skin at specific points on the body to control pain ...
Aging skin
... not known but these lesion s are seen in aging
skin . These tan, brown or black growths have a wart ... than 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) across. Aging
skin Allergy caused by food or drugs ( antibiotics ) Superficial
skin infection s such as folliculitis and impetigo ...
Aggravated by
... by squeezing the pimples or by scrubbing the
skin too hard. What are the symptoms of acne ? It ... custom-molded to your foot. Red, calloused
skin along the foot at the base of the big toe A bony ... occur most often in children who have sensitive
skin . Scratching aggravates the condition, often ...
Albinism
... lack of pigment that normally gives color to the
skin , hair , and eyes . Many types of albinism ... recessive process. In this form of albinism ,
skin color is usually normal and eye color may be ... characterised by a lack of colour in the
skin , hair and eyes . Albinism This rare, ...
Allergic reactions
... an allergen , that is contacted through the
skin , inhaled into the lungs , swallowed, or ... Reactions Allergic reaction can be provoked by
skin contact with poison plants, chemicals and ... is an itchy rash . Allergic reactions ,
skin inflammation , and stomach upset have been ...
Allergen
... are usually absorbed into the body by way of the
skin , nasal passages, lungs , or digestive tract. ... Used in creams and topical preparations for the
skin . Allergen ic sinusitis may result from ... conditions are hay fever , asthma , and
skin allergies . Common allergen s include: ...
Allergies
... or substances that come in contact with the
skin , are the result of an immune system reaction ... An eruption of flat or raised spots of
skin as a result of hypersensitivity to certain drugs ... frequent and painful headaches . The
skin around the tibia will be examined for open ...
Aloe
... to have emollient and soothing capabilities for
skin . Aloe ( Aloe barbadensis) cream is an effective
skin softener, and two or three daily applications of ... (Calendula officinalis) salve can soften
skin and prevent inflammation . aloe -emodin A ...
Allergy testing
... while taking an antibiotic . Standardized
skin testing is available for penicillin. Allergy ... , R AST Test, Scratch Test s - Allergy ,
skin Tests - Allergy Pictures & Images ... ... . Allergy tests may be performed on the
skin or using blood serum in a test tube. ...
Anal fissure
... An anal fissure is a small tear in the
skin of the anus . The anus is the opening of the ... fissure , is a linear crack or tear in the
skin of the anus . Most anal fissure s happen ... the anal opening and tears the delicate anal
skin . Anal fissure Appendix stones Bleeding ...
Anaphylactic shock
... exposed to. The reaction may include itchy
skin , edema , collapsed blood vessels, fainting , ... to pass small amounts of copper through the
skin , which neutralize free radicals that cause ... . May be so allergic to a substance that
skin testing could cause a severe allergic reaction ...
Anesthetic
... anesthetic s deaden the nerve endings in the
skin . They do not cause unconsciousness as do ... a local anesthetic may be injected into the
skin to numb the area. There will be a pricking sensation as the needle enters the
skin . Tylenol may help reduce the pain of ...
Angioedema
... ( hives ), but the swelling is beneath the
skin rather than on the surface. The swelling s are ... ( hives ), but the swelling is beneath the
skin rather than on the surface. There seems to be a ... causes swelling deeper in the layers of the
skin . It most commonly occurs on the hands, feet, and ...
Angioma
... vessels (capillaries) that may occur in the
skin or internal organ s. Hem angioma on the ... collections of dilated blood vessels) of the
skin , ... Benign growths do not show cancer but may require treatment . Benign
skin changes include moles , ...
Anus
... The anus is formed partly from the outer,
skin layers of the body and partly from the ... elevator muscle of anus ; ... As you age,
skin in and around your anus is more prone to dryness. Dry
skin can cause persi stent , intense anal itching . ...
Areola
... breast , including the breast tissue ,
skin , areola and nipple, and most of the underarm ... starts in the breast ducts and spreads to the
skin of the nipple and then to the areola , the dark ... , the mask of pregnancy (darkening of
skin on the forehead, bridge of the nose, or ...
Arthritis
... psoriasis generally has patches of raised red
skin with scales . Arthritis and Sexuality How ... that occurs in some people with a chronic
skin and nail condition known as psoriasis . Psoriasis causes flare-ups of raised patches of
skin covered with silvery scales . Psoriatic ...
Aspiration
... three weeks after a missed menstrual period.
skin lesion aspiration Definition:
skin lesion aspiration is the withdrawal of fluid from a
skin lesion (sore). Fine needle aspiration The ...
AST
... test): Blood tests are not done as often as
skin prick tests, but they can be useful in certain ... safety standards. These tests include
skin or patch testing and a blood test called a ... suspected foods . Food provocation diet .
skin tests. R AST test ... Intestinal biopsy ...
Atrophy
... frequency of urinary tract infections , ...
skin or muscle wasting ( atrophy ). Increased ... use of topical corticosteroids include
skin atrophy , stretch marks and red spots. Rarely, ... to waste away ( atrophy ). Sometimes there is
skin atrophy , change in the fingernails, or ...
Bacteria
... fever and rapid breathing . Bacteria l
skin infection Inflammation of the cornea ( ... freshwater tanks that is responsible for several
skin infection s, including ulcers . Chronic ... related to strep throat , uncomplicated
skin and ...
Bacterial Infections
... , such as impetigo , a contagious superficial
skin infection produced when bacteria commonly present on the
skin enter through the bite opening. Medications, ... cold climate, and frequent friction on the
skin are also associated with psoriasis flare-ups. ...
Basal cell carcinoma
... PDQ ... Basal cell carcinoma affects the
skin 's basal layer and has the potential to grow ... the epidermis and is the most common type of
skin cancer . Basal cell carcinoma s usually ... carcinoma (BAY-sal sel kar-sin-O-ma) A type of
skin cancer that arises from the basal cells, small ...
Bedsore
... or pressure ulcer s, are areas of damaged
skin and tissue that develop when sustained ... the weight of the person's body presses the
skin against the firm surface of the bed. In people ... back, shoulder blades, elbows and heels. A
skin ulcer or bedsore . defibrillator A machine ...
Bedsores
... or pressure ulcer s, are areas of damaged
skin and tissue that develop when sustained ... the weight of the person's body presses the
skin against the firm surface of the bed. In people ... or pressure ulcer s, are areas of damaged
skin and tissue . They develop when pressure cuts ...
Benign
... including malignant melanoma , a form of
skin cancer . Alpha -blockers for benign ... benign , slow-growing, painless cyst of the
skin resulting from obstruction of the sebaceous ... of vascular ized connective tissue (as of the
skin ). 2. An epithelial tumor caused by a virus . ...
Birthmarks
... are areas of discolored and/or raised
skin that are apparent at birth or within a few ... - pigmented Definition: A birthmark is
skin marking present at birth that ranges in color ... also birthmarks - red.) ... Birthmarks
skin discoloration s that are present at birth or ...
Biopsy
... involves the use of a needle (inserted from the
skin ) to obtain a small sample of pleura l tissue ... a microscope. A biopsy of a lesion of the
skin , such as in mole removal or tumor removal, can help your doctor tell the difference between a
skin cancer and a benign , or noncancerous, lesion ....
Blackhead
... hair follicle filled with keratin squamae (
skin debris), bacteria , and sebum (oil). ... cyst . A cyst is a bump that forms under the
skin . It is larger than a pimple . BLACKHEAD S ... acid or salicylic acid , applied to your
skin help remove dead ...