Managing Poison Ivy
Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac plants (genus Toxicodendron) are found throughout the continental United States and southern Canada. Urushiol, the resin in poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac, is found in all parts of the plant, not just the leaves. . . .
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An Acne Medication: The Good, Bad and Ugly (2009)
Isotretinoin (known as Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis, and Sotret) is the most effective acne treatment. Twelve million patients have used with it. Yet the medication remains highly controversial. This article reviews the development of this medication, its indications, efficacy, and potential problems. . . .
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Immunotherapy: New Treatments for Warts
Warts are very common, with a peak incidence occurring in children between ages 12 to 16 years. Most warts spontaneously resolve within 2 years. Conventional treatments rely on physical destruction of infected skin. . . .
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Molluscum Contagiosum and Warts
The two most common skin infections seen in children are molluscum contagiosum and warts. Although warts and molluscum are transmitted through contact (and molluscum contagiosum may even be transmitted in swimming pools), no restricted school access is necessary for either skin condition . . .
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