ActinicKeratosesNet
Links to images of actinic keratoses and provides information on prevention and treatment. Includes a glossary.... Details >
American Academy of Dermatology |
AgingSkinNet
Links to information about aging skin and related procedures and treatments. Also includes information on hair loss and a glossary.... Details >
American Academy of Dermatology |
All About Atopic Dermatitis
Also available in: Spanish
This consumer health brochure provides basic information about Atopic Dermatitis (AD), a disease that causes itchy, inflamed skin. The brochure discusses eczema and AD, trigger factors for AD, skin in... Details >
National Eczema Association for Science and Education |
Atopic Dermatitis
Information about atopic dermatitis (or eczema) -- a chronic disease that causes extremely itchy, inflamed skin. Symptoms and treatments are discussed.... Details >
Federal Citizen Information Center, U.S. General Services Administration |
Brochures and Newsletters - Nevus Outreach, Inc
This page provides a list of documents that are available for immediate download in PDF format.... Details >
Nevus Outreach, Inc. |
Cellulitis
Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and underlying tissues that can affect any area of the body. ... Details >
Nemours Foundation |
Cellulitis of the Skin
Cellulitis (sel-u-LI-tis) is a potentially serious bacterial infection of your skin. It appears as a swollen, red area of skin that feels hot and tender, and it may spread rapidly. ... Details >
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
Dermatology Disease Database
Offers information about a variety of disorders affecting the skin, nails, and scalp.... Details >
American Osteopathic College of Dermatology |
EczemaNet
Links to information about eczema and its treatment. Includes a glossary.... Details >
American Academy of Dermatology |
FAQ’s: Vitiligo
This site provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about vitiligo, including the cause and some treatment options.... Details >
National Vitiligo Foundation, Inc. |
FAQs: Alopecia Areata
A general overview about alopecia Areata -- an autoimmune disease that results in the loss of hair on the scalp and elsewhere -- presented in a question and answer format.... Details >
National Alopecia Areata Foundation |
Foot Health: Athlete's Foot
Also available in: Spanish
The warmth and dampness of areas around swimming pools, showers, and locker rooms, are also breeding grounds for fungi. Because the infection was common among athletes who used these facilities freque... Details >
American Podiatric Medical Association |
Gastrointestinal Tract
Also available in: Portugese
This fact sheet describes the gastrointestinal tract (mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine) when affected by scleroderma.... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Group A Streptococcal Infections
Group A streptococcal (strep) infections are caused by group A streptococcus, a bacterium responsible for a variety of health problems. This fact sheet discusses strep infections that can range from a... Details >
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
If you have scleroderma... You need not to feel alone!
Also available in: Spanish
The Scleroderma Foundation is dedicated to providing emotional support to people with scleroderma and their families, enhancing scleroderma education and public awareness, and funding the most promisi... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Impetigo - A Common Skin Infection Among Children
This document provides information about impetigo, a highly contagious bacterial infection that often starts when a small cut or scratch becomes infected. Though this type of bacterial infection can a... Details >
American Osteopathic Association |
Impetigo: Kid Information
This document provides information about impetigo, an infection of the skin caused by bacteria. Impetigo is commonly found on the face, often around the nose and mouth, but it can show up anywhere the... Details >
Nemours Foundation |
Impetigo: Parent Information
This document provides information about impetigo, a contagious skin infection that usually produces blisters or sores on the face and hands, is one of the most common skin infections among kids. The ... Details >
Nemours Foundation |
Impetigo: Teen Information
This document provides information about impetigo, a skin infection typically caused by one of two bacteria: group A streptococcus (the same bacteria that cause strep throat) or staphylococcus aureus.... Details >
Nemours Foundation |
Juvenile Scleroderma
The selected resources included in this page may help children with skin disease; it offers camp information, on-line chat and more.... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Localized Scleroderma
Also available in: Portugese Spanish
This document explains the nature, prognosis, complications, and current treatment options for localized scleroderma. It also explains the difference between localized scleroderma and systemic sclero... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Medication Information - Scleroderma Foundation
Becoming better informed and more organized will help you be a more effective partner in your healthcare. The Scleroderma Foundation will inform you about any new developments regarding drug breakthr... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Nail Problems
This consumer information pamphlet presents a brief overview of different types of nail problems, some of which serve as diagnostic tools that signal the presence or onset of systemic diseases.... Details >
American Podiatric Medical Association |
Online Digital Dermatology Image Library
This site features over 3,000 dermatology images for use by health care professionals, parents, and patients.... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum (PXE) Virtual Patient
This virtual patient discusses the effects of pseudoxanthoma elasticum on various parts of the body.... Details >
PXE International, Inc. |
Questions and Answers about Lichen Sclerosis
Lichen sclerosis (LIKE-in skler-O-sus) is a skin disorder that can affect men, women, or children, but is most common in women. It usually occurs on the vulva (the outer genitalia or sex organ) in wom... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
The Smallpox Vaccine and Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema: Frequently Asked Questions
This page provides answers to frequently asked questions about the smallpox vaccine and atopic dermatitis/eczema. The questions cover why someone who has eczema or atopic dermatitis and their family m... Details >
National Eczema Association for Science and Education |
Tinea Infections: Athlete's Foot, Jock Itch and Ringworm
This online fact sheet defines tinea, a fungus that can grow on skin, hair or nails. Tinea transmission, affected body areas, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and potential health consequences are di... Details >
American Academy of Family Physicians |
Types of Ichthyosis and Related Skin Diseases
This web site provides references to articles relating to the various forms of ichthyosis. There are an estimated twenty (20) different forms of Ichthyosis.... Details >
Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types, Inc. |
Warts
A general overview of warts -- a type of infection caused by viruses in the human papillomavirus (HPV) family. Includes descriptions of the types of warts, method of infection, treatment options and ... Details >
American Academy of Family Physicians |
What is a Large (Giant) Congenital Nevus?
This page provides information about congenital nevus and what's considered to be the most common definitions. ... Details >
Nevus Outreach, Inc. |
What Is Cellulitis?
Cellulitis is a common infection of the skin.... Details >
Nemours Foundation |
What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
This page has basic information, including the effects, symptoms and more about this desease.... Details >
Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation, Inc. |
What is scleroderma?
Scleroderma, or systemic sclerosis, is a chronic connective tissue disease generally classified as one of the autoimmune rheumatic diseases...... Details >
Scleroderma Foundation |
Xeroderma Pigmentosum: Information for Patients and Families
This page provides numerous links to information about xeroderma pigmentosum.... Details >
Xeroderma Pigmentosum Society |
