Detergents

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Poisonous Ingredient
• Where Found
• Symptoms
• Home Treatment
• Before Calling Emergency
• Poison Control, or a local emergency number
• What to expect at the emergency room
• Expectations (prognosis)

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Detergents are powerful cleaning products that may contain strong acids, alkalis, or phosphates. Cationic detergents are often used as germ-killing cleansers (antiseptics) in hospitals. Anionic detergents are sometimes used to clean carpeting. - 0 Comments

Eczema

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

• Signs and Symptoms
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Prevention
• Treatment
• Other Considerations
• Supporting Research

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Eczema is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder. Its main features are blisters that dry to become scaly, itchy rashes. The skin becomes dry and itchy because too much moisture is lost from its upper layer. - 0 Comments

Periodontal disease

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Symptoms
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Prevention
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Other Treatments
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Symptoms of Periodontal Disease Symptoms of periodontal disease include red and swollen gums, persistent bad breath, and gum recession and loose teeth. Smoking, certain types of illnesses (diabetes), older age, and other factors increase the risk for periodontal disease. If you have periodontal disease, your dentist may refer you to a periodontist, a dentist who specializes in treating this condition. - 0 Comments

Dry hair

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Alternative Names
• Considerations
• Common Causes
• Home Care
• Call your health care provider if
• What to expect at your health care provider's office

Illustrations Skin layers HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Alternative Names Hair - dry Considerations Dry hair is hair that does not have enough moisture and oil to maintain its normal sheen and texture. Dry hair may result from too much washing, harsh detergents, a dry environment, inadequate diet, or underlying conditions, such as those due to malnutrition. (For example, kwashiorkor) Dry, brittle hair may be a symptom of metabolic diseases such as hypothyroidism and Menkes kinky hair syndrome. - 0 Comments

Rashes

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Considerations
• Common Causes
• Home Care
• Call your health care provider if
• What to expect at your health care provider's office
• Prevention
• References

Illustrations Poison oak rash on the arm Erythema toxicum on the foot Acrodermatitis Roseola Shingles Cellulitis Erythema annulare centrifugum - close-up Psoriasis, guttate on the arms and chest Psoriasis, guttate on the cheek Systemic lupus erythematosus rash on the face Poison ivy on the knee Poison ivy on the leg Erythema multiforme, circular lesions - hands Erythema multiforme, target lesions on the palm Erythema multiforme on the leg HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Rashes involve changes in the color or texture of your skin. Alternative Names Skin redness or inflammation; Skin lesion; Rubor; Skin rash; Erythema Considerations Often, the cause of a rash can be determined from its visible characteristics and other symptoms. Common Causes A simple rash is called dermatitis, meaning inflammation of the skin. - 0 Comments

Vulvitis

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Vulvitis is inflammation of the external female genitalia (vulva). Causes, incidence, and risk factors Vulvitis can be caused by a number of conditions. These include chronic dermatitis, seborrhea or eczema, and allergies, particularly to soaps, colored toilet paper, vaginal sprays, laundry detergents, bubble bath, or fragrances. - 0 Comments

Contact dermatitis

Sep 03, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Causes, incidence, and risk factors
• Symptoms
• Signs and tests
• Treatment
• Expectations (prognosis)
• Complications
• Calling your health care provider
• Prevention
• References

Illustrations Poison oak rash on the arm Latex allergy Poison plants Dermatitis, nickel on the sole Dermatitis, contact Dermatitis, close-up of allergic contact Dermatitis, contact on the cheek Dermatitis, pustular contact Poison ivy on the knee Poison ivy on the leg Phytophotodermatitis on the hand HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating substance. Alternative Names Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergic; Poison ivy; Poison oak; Poison sumac Causes, incidence, and risk factors Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating or allergy-causing substance (irritant or allergen). Reactions may vary in the same person over time. - 0 Comments