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What is Athlete’s Foot and How Do You Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Athlete’s foot (also called tinea pedis) is a fungal skin infection that causes itching, stinging, and burning between the toes or on the soles of the feet.

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What Is Eczema and How Do I Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Eczema (clinically known as atopic dermatitis) is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin.

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What Is Hidradenitis Suppurativa and How Do You Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Hidradenitis suppurativa (also called acne inversus) is a long-term skin condition that causes painful tunneling cysts and can lead to scarring.

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What Is Acne Mechanica and How Do You Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Acne mechanica is an acne-like rash that can be red, pustular, and painful.

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What is Rosacea and How Do You Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Rosacea is a fairly common, chronic, inflammatory skin condition that appears as reddened skin and rash usually affecting the face.

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What Is Impetigo and How Do I Treat It?

By Karen Asp

Impetigo is a common highly contagious skin infection. It is especially contagious among children but is not usually serious.

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What Is Bacterial Folliculitis and How Do You Treat It?

By Karen Asp

A relatively common type of rash that presents as itchy, pus-filled pimples. It usually appears around the base of hair follicles on the arms, legs, or scalp.

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