Cold sores are small blisters that appear on or around the mouth. Cold sores are also called fever blisters, oral herpes, orolabial herpes, or herpes labialis. While the etymology may seem the same, herpes labialis only refers to oral herpes and not the genital area. The cause of cold sores is...
As is true of many of the diseases on the medical spectrum, skin diseases reference a wide array of conditions which affect the skin. Diseases affecting the skin can be caused by complications of other medical conditions, fungal infections, bacterial infections, allergic reactions, and even insect...
There are a number of diseases, infections, viruses, and medical conditions that come with some surprising - if occasionally dubious - side benefits.
Skin diseases are difficult conditions to live with, to say the very least. Though some skin diseases may cause minimal discomfort, the visual effects of the conditions can cause significant self esteem and confidence issues. The majority of skin diseases cause scarring or disfigurement. Skin...
You've done it. You landed a date with what could be a future mate and have sealed the deal with plans to get together. Dressed in your finest, you accompany your date to a nice dinner, movie, or otherwise adventurous excursion. If you find yourself exchanging pleasantries, engaging in lively...
The Seven Year Itch made famous in a 1952 film starring iconic beauty, Marilyn Monroe, is perhaps a very real relationship phenomenon. Much speculation surrounds the implications of the term "seven year itch." The term originated during the 1950's when experts noted most relationships and marriages...
Many minor skin related health problems you run into can be treated right at home. Though some skin problems can lead to more serious issues, as long as you begin treatment at the first signs of trouble you should be able to avoid the trip to the doctors. And with the rising health care costs...
