Skin conditions
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Kaposi’s Sarcoma – KS
Kaposi’s Sarcoma – Definition Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS) is a form of cancer. It affects the blood vessels. It can cause…
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Impetigo
Impetigo – Definition Impetigo is a skin infection. It often appear as blisters around the mouth and nose but it…
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Ichthyosis
(Fish Scale Disease; Xeroderma) Ichthyosis – Definition Ichthyosis is a dry skin condition. There are two general types: Inherited ichthyosis…
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Hives
(Angioedema; Urticaria) Hives – Definition Hives are small, itchy, red swellings on the skin. The swelling occurs singularly or in…
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Head Lice – Pediculosis
Head Lice – Definition Head lice are tiny, barely visible insect-like animals (“arthropods”) that may live on the head and…
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