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Alopecia simply means ‘hair loss’ in general medical term. There are different types of hair loss, presenting with different symptoms and has different underlying causes.  Alopecia Areata The estimates of the number of people affected vary between 1 in 1,000 to 2 in 100 at some point in their life. …

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Most children with atopic eczema experience a flare up with no apparent reason from time to time. A trigger is not something that causes eczema. But it can cause a flare or worsen a flare. Avoiding irritants to the skin and other triggers wherever possible is an important step for …

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What are warts? Warts are viral infection of skin caused by human papillomavirus. These viruses can spread to other parts of the body and to other people who have contact with the wart. What are the common types of warts? Common wart – small, hard, rough bump that usually occurs …

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Apakah itu urtikaria? Urtikaria atau gegata adalah keadaan di mana sebahagian kulit menjadi bengkak, menebal merah dan gatal akibat dari alahan,  atau faktor lain seperti haba atau senaman. Dalam kebanyakan kes gegata ini akan hilang selepas 24-48 jam dan tidak serius. Anda mungkin tidak memerlukan sebarang rawatan, tetapi ubat antihistamin …

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Apakah itu steroid topikal? Steroid topikal digunakan di samping emolien (pelembap) untuk merawat ekzema. Steroid topikal dapat mengurangkan keradangan kulit. Apakah jenis-jenis steroid topikal yang ada? Terdapat banyak jenis dan jenama steroid topikal di pasaran. Steroid topikal boleh terdapat dalam bentuk krim ‘ointment’dan losyen. Steroid topikal secara amnya boleh dibahagikan …

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Bruises occur as a result of blood leaking out of the blood vessels within the skin. Bruises are common in children when they go about their normal activities. Children fall while playing, run into each other or bump into furniture. Bruises that need worrying are those which occur spontaneously or …

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What is a fungus? Fungus is a germ that can be found anywhere on our body, hair, skin and nails. Fungi live in warm, moist areas. Children are most susceptible to developing fungal infections, as they love to share things and hug each other. What are the types of fungal …

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What is eczema? Eczema is a common skin condition seen in general practice particularly among infants. It is also known as atopic dermatitis. It consists of skin that is inflammed with the presence of swelling, itchiness, red papules (small raised rashes) and oozing. It is a chronic (long term) condition …

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What is impetigo? Impetigo is an infection of the skin caused by certain types of bacteria (Streptococcus or Staphylococcus). The bacteria enter the skin damaged by scratching, cuts or other skin problems. Impetigo is more common in infants and children. It can easily spread from one person to another. How …

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What is scabies? Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by tiny mites called Sarcoptes Scabiei. About Sarcoptes Scabies: They are eight legged creatures with a round body. These mites measure 0.4 mm in length each. The female mite burrows under the skin, lays eggs and dies. The eggs hatch …

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