Skin Conditions

Vitiligo is a chronic skin disease that will result in skin discoloration and the loss of pigmentation. The disease may not be fully treated, but it can be managed. There is a permanent solution of removing the pigmentation altogether, but it may only be applied in certain patients. The condition ...Continue Reading

Some examples of professionals who treat psoriatic arthritis are dermatologists and rheumatologists. These professionals are highly trained to use various methods in an effort to diagnosis and treat psoriatic arthritis effectively. In some cases, you may be referred to counselors and physical ther ...Continue Reading

Herpes are painful sores that usually appear around the mouth and lip area (cold sores) or around the genitals. The herpes simplex 1 virus usually causes cold sores around the mouth, while the herpes simplex 2 virus usually causes genital herpes, although both viruses may cause the herpes infection ...Continue Reading

Herpes can be of 2 types: the herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) and the HSV-2. The HSV-1 may be transmitted through saliva while HSV-2 can be transmitted through sexual contact. Both types of herpes may cause genital herpes, however, HSV-1 is less likely to cause genital herpes. It may happen that pr ...Continue Reading

Because it is fairly widely known that there are two different strains of the herpes simplex virus, there is often a good deal of confusion about how the two are related, and if in they are closely related at all. While the two strains of the herpes simplex virus- Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV- ...Continue Reading

Cold sores and genital herpes have more in common than most think. Both are caused by viruses; these conditions affect not only the appearance of the area affected, but they can also come back again after the initial breakout. Though the case could be made for genital herpes being the more serious ...Continue Reading

Genital herpes is one of the most common STDs. As many as 20% of Americans have genital herpes. Herpes symptoms can be so mild that many people never realize they have the disease. Here's what you should know about genital herpes and how to avoid contracting it yourself. What Herpes Is and How It ...Continue Reading

Whether it is genital herpes or oral herpes, this condition can be a difficult one to manage because it is so easy to spread the virus. Learning how to avoid spreading herpes is very important for everyone who suffers an outbreak, and it is vital that safe practices be used. Even during times of n ...Continue Reading

Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, affecting about 20% of American adults. While many people carry the herpes virus and never have symptoms, others experience painful genital sores. Here's how you can tell if you've contracted genital herpes. Symptoms of Genit ...Continue Reading

Herpes is often an unpleasant condition for those who contract the virus. Sores may appear around the mouth or around the genital area on the body. Understanding herpes and its causes may help patients reduce their risk of contracting the virus and spreading it to others. Herpes Simplex 1 & 2 ...Continue Reading