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Skin Burning!

Neil Korman MD, PhD — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:11:00 EST

Question: Hi, I have psorisis sadly & I use ointment named Dovabet. However I have used ointment which was over a year old, out of date by mistake. I have sore & burned patches on my lower back n waist, it feels as if skin is on fire, very sore also, ooooooouch! I have been applying e45 cream which ha . . .

Answer: I have nothing to add to what you are doing except that a live visit to a dermatologist is indicated.

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Travel to Africa

Tatiana Oberyszyn PhD — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:11:00 EST

Question: Good afternoon. I am a very fair skinned female in her early 20`s. I burn very easily, ie. if it is sunny and I am driving the sun coming through the window will cause me to burn.

I am going to be spending 3 weeks in Ghana in the upcomming weeks. I will be wearing long pants and loose long slee . . .

Answer: Long pants and loose long sleeve shirts are great but the SPF factor of clothing varies greatly. The best clothing for sun protection is densely woven dark material but that may not be practical in a very warm climate. Therefore, it is important that you wear sunscreen even on parts of the body cove . . .

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Eczema

Susan Nedorost MD — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:09:00 EST

Question: I have 3 autoimmune diseases. I also have eczema. Is that also considered and autoimmune disease? Now does that mean I have 4 autoimmune diseases?

Answer: The term 'autoimmune disease' may be used to describe diseases caused by antibodies circulating in the bloodstream that target organs such as the thyroid. An autoimmune disease associated with severe eczema is alopecia areata. Eczema is skin inflammation that is mediated by the immune system, but th . . .

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Abnormal Finger and Toe Nail Growth

Jeffrey Robbins DPM — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:08:00 EST

Question: My fingers and toe nails are getting broader time to time, and my nails are getting bigger. Its big compared to any ones fingers. What should I do and whom should I consult?

Answer: I would start with your primary care physician. They will evaluate the condition and decide if it is best for you to see a dermatologist, podiatrist or other specialist.

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Skin Rash Caused by Sun Exposure

Tatiana Oberyszyn PhD — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:08:00 EST

Question: What can cause me to suddenly start having a skin rask due to sun exposure? How can this be prevented besided staying out of the sun. I have always been able to swim, etc. and have never had a problem. I am 66 years old and prefer to be tanned but I do not blister.

Answer: Several things can potentially contribute to a rash from being out in the sun. If this is an isolated incident it may have been caused by a change in medication you are taking or even a change in your diet that made you more susceptible to the sun. It sounds like you have developed Polymorphous Ligh . . .

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Pyoderma Gangreneosum

Neil Korman MD, PhD — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:08:00 EST

Question: I was diagnosed with pyoderma gangrenesom at 1st of yr It took almost took a yr to diagonose was treated with antibiotics and did not help I have severe muscle an bone pain and have for 20yrs was diagnosed with fbromylgia in mid 20`s . It started on legs and have on hands and arms . It progressed to . . .

Answer: Pyoderma Gangrenosum (PG) is a dermatologic condition and should be managed by a medical dermatologist.

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Sunburn

Tatiana Oberyszyn PhD — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:08:00 EST

Question: I got a mild sunburn on my arms in early July and they are now peeling. Is there any thing I can do to help with the peeling? I think it looks bad.

Answer: Peeling skin is dead skin. You can try to apply moisturizer to decrease the dryness and/or gently exfoliate while in the shower with a soft washcloth but only time and future use of sunscreen will remedy the situation.

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Toe Nail Fungus

Jeffrey Robbins DPM — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:08:00 EST

Question: Are there any home remedies for treating toenail fungus that actually work.

Answer:

The short answer is, not completely. The fact is that even the prescription oral antifungal agents are not completely effective against this very persistent malady. There are treatments that you can use at home that might be able to control toenail fungus (onychomycosis) such as topical antifunga . . .

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Butterfly Rash

Susan Nedorost MD — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:07:00 EST

Question:

What else besides lupus causes a butterfly rash?

Answer: Redness of the nose and cheeks is sometimes called a 'butterfly rash'. Lupus (an autoimmune inflammatory condition that can cause several types of rashes as well as arthritis) is one cause. Another common cause is rosacea, a type of acne occurring in people who blush easily. Long-term use of cortiso . . .

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Sun Poisoning Treatment

Margaret Bobonich DNP, FNP-C, DCNP, FAANP — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:07:00 EST

Question: I got sun poisoning 3 days ago. Its still very painful and it`s affecting my sleep. I`m treating it with ibuprofen (which takes away a lot of the pain until it starts to wear off) moisturizing lotion and cool compresses. If I go to the doctor what more would they be able to do for me?

Answer: A severe sunburn is commonly referred to as sun poisoning. However, there are other photosensitivities or skin reactions that may occur that can appear similar. If you have a severe sunburn, it is important to cool the skin and reduce inflammation with the use of nonsteriodal anti-inflammatories suc . . .

Ask an Expert: Margaret Bobonich DNP, FNP-C, DCNP, FAANP, Skin Care and Diseases