Skin aging could be delayed with a common antioxidant
As we age, many of us strive for younger-looking skin. Researchers have uncovered an antioxidant called methylene blue that could provide just that.
Monthly Archives: May 2017
Herpetic whitlow: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
Herpetic whitlow is a rare but painful infection which occurs on the fingers and is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Learn more.
Five benefits of hot stone massage therapy
In this article, learn about a hot stone massage and what the benefits may be. What are the potential risks and how can you get the most from a massage?
Eczema herpeticum: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
What is eczema, what is the herpes simplex virus, and what is eczema herpeticum? Learn about the treatments available and how it may be prevented.
Largest psoriasis meta-analysis to date yields new genetic clues
It's one of the most common immune-mediated diseases in the U.S., causing red, patchy and scaly marks on the skin.
Stress rash: How stress affects the skin
What is a stress rash and what are the effects of stress on the skin? Learn about available treatments, alternative causes, and prevention.
Defective immune cells may play role in hair loss
Researchers discover that regulatory T cells have a role beyond the immune system: they help hair follicles to regenerate by triggering their stem cells.
Listerine foot soak: Does it work?
Learn about the potential benefits of using Listerine mouthwash as a foot soak. Does it actually help with conditions that affect the feet?
What does a yellow bruise on the breast mean?
A bruise on the breast may not be cause for concern, but what causes them and when should a doctor be consulted? What other skin changes can occur?
Australian researchers pioneer life-extending treatment for advanced melanoma patients with brain tumours
Australian researchers are the first to demonstrate that patients with advanced melanoma which has spread to the brain can have increased life expectancy and possibly even beat the disease.