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    ActinicKeratosesNet  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Actinic keratoses (AKs) are dry, scaly, rough-textured patches or lesions that form on the outermost layer of the skin after years of exposure to ultraviolet light, such as sunlight. This site links t... Details >
    American Academy of Dermatology
    AgingSkinNet  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This site 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  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Also available in: Spanish  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    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
    All NIAMS Publications - Online Ordering
    Also available in: Spanish
    This site provides information on all the publications available at NIAMS; you can search publications by category/subject, access the A-Z list, keyword list or Spanish language publications.... Details >
    National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health
    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   External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page provides a list of documents that are available for immediate download in PDF format.... Details >
    Nevus Outreach, Inc.
    Cellulitis  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    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  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    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
    Dermatologic Disease Database  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Offers information about a variety of disorders affecting the skin, nails, and scalp.... Details >
    American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
    EczemaNet  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This site links to information about eczema and its treatment. Includes a glossary.... Details >
    American Academy of Dermatology
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    National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health
    American Academy of DermatologyExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
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    Ask the GeneticistExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Celiac Sprue Association/United States of America, Inc.External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types, Inc.External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation, Inc.External Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Eczema Association for Science and EducationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Psoriasis FoundationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Society for Vascular SurgeryExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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