Psoriatic Arthropathy Alliance
Psoriasis is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin cells replace themselves too quickly. There are many different types of psoriasis, but the most common is chronic plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis usually appears as red, scaly patches ... [... more]
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Bay-o-Pet Murnil Pills - 80 pills
 Biotin and B-vitamin complex work to strengthen the fur and promote a shiny coat. Bayopet Murnil tablets are well tolerated by dogs and can even be used as treats or rewards, making them an ideal dietary supplement. The formula is particularly suitable [... more]
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Nevoid basal cell carcinoma
A guide to nevoid basal cell carcinoma, facts about the condition and where to go for support Gorlin syndrome is an inherited condition that affects one in 55,600 of the UK population. We look at causes, treatments, and where to go for ... [... more]
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Acne - get shot of spots
Most people suffer with one or two spots in their teenage years. But for some people acne can cause some physical and emotional problems. When spots disappear as quickly as they came, you could say it's a normal part of puberty. However, for many ... [... more]
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Erythrasma
Erythrasma is a skin condition that affects skin folds, such as the armpits, groins, under the breasts - and between the toes. It may also occur at other parts of the body. Erythrasma is caused by a bacterium called corynebacterium minutissimum. ... [... more]
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What causes burns and scalds?
Burns and scalds are damage, caused predominantly to the skin and superficial tissues (or to exposed mucosal surfaces such as the gullet or airways) by intense heat, boiling water or strong chemicals. The cause of a burn may be direct heat ... [... more]
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Pemphigoid and pemphigus
Pemphigoid and pemphigus are autoimmune diseases causing the skin to blister. Neither can be cured and both are very rare. On the surface they may appear similar but they are two different diseases. In autoimmune diseases the body perceives part ... [... more]
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Varicose veins
Varicose veins are caused when the one-way valves in the veins don't work so blood flows back down causing them to bulge. The veins become visibly swollen and distorted. They usually start on the calf but can be found right up the leg and into ... [... more]
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Skin cancer
Causes and symptoms of malignant melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, with the number of cases increasing every year. Find out how to prevent the disease in the first place and the signs ... [... more]
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Genital herpes
A guide to the sexually transmitted infection genital herpes There are over 15,000 new cases of genital herpes diagnosed each year in the UK. We look at the best ways to prevent infection, the symptoms and how they can be treated. Genital herpes ... [... more]
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Eczema and children
Eczema is a common childhood condition that causes various degrees of discomfort. We outline the causes, symptoms and treatments. Eczema is a common type of itchy red rash sometimes called dermatitis (although this is a general term). Most ... [... more]
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Ringworm
Ringworm is the common name given to a group of fungal infections of the skin, hair and nails. Despite the name ringworm has nothing to do with worms. The proper medical name for these infections is Tinea, and this is often followed by the Latin ... [... more]
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