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Skin
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Acne Products: Find a Solution for Your Acne Flare-ups 
 This article describes common active ingredients (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur and resorcinol, and alcohol and acetone) in over-the-counter acne medications and how they work. Provides precautions and proper use instructions and lists of brand names that include each of these ingredients. Includes links to related articles. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acne-products/SN00039 Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Aug 15, 2007 AcneNet
"Acne is the term for plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples, and even deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) that occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms." This site provides information about acne treatment, scarring, social impact, and when to see a dermatologist. Also includes a FAQ, a glossary, and a database of dermatologists in the United States. Searchable. From the American Academy of Dermatology. http://www.skincarephysicians.com/acnenet/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Dec 15, 2004 Celiac Disease Foundation (CDF)
"CDF provides support, information and assistance to people affected by Celiac Disease/Dermatitis Herpetiformis (CD/DH)." Celiac disease is a digestive disease "that results in damage to the small intestine" if sufferers eat products with gluten, such as wheat and rye. The site features brief information about disease symptoms and treatment, information about studies, and a list of CDF support groups (mostly in California). Some material available in Spanish. http://www.celiac.org Topics: Beans, Grains, Nuts, & Seeds, Diseases & Conditions Last updated Feb 7, 2005 Celiac Sprue Association
This organization is "dedicated to helping individuals with [the gluten intolerance diseases of] celiac disease (CD) and dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) and their families worldwide through information, education and research." The site features information about symptoms and treatment, a collection of articles, a list of local chapters, and information about a gluten-free diet. Also includes information for children and dozens of gluten-free recipes. Some information also available in Spanish. Searchable. http://www.csaceliacs.org Topics: Beans, Grains, Nuts, & Seeds, Diseases & Conditions Last updated Feb 9, 2005 DermAtlas: Dermatology Image Atlas
A collection of thousands of images of skin conditions. Browse alphabetically in categories, diagnosis, or body site. Searchable. From Johns Hopkins University. http://dermatlas.med.jhmi.edu/derm/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health & Medical Disciplines, The Human Body Last updated Oct 30, 2007 Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG)
The mission of this group is to increase awareness about celiac disease/dermatitis herpetiformis. Celiac disease damages the small intestines when gluten is ingested. Dermatitis herpetiformis "is a chronic disease of the skin marked by groups of watery, itchy blisters" that arise from eating gluten. The site features a description of a gluten-free diet, fact sheets on different aspects of the disease, links to gluten-free products, a list of local branches, and information about advocacy efforts. http://www.gluten.net Topics: Beans, Grains, Nuts, & Seeds, Diseases & Conditions Last updated Feb 7, 2005 Isotretinoin (Marketed as Accutane) Capsule Information
Consumer information about isotretinoin (Accutane), an approved drug "used to treat the most severe form of acne (nodular acne) that cannot be cleared up by any other acne treatments." Describes risks to pregnant women (such as birth defects, miscarriage, and premature births), potential depression and suicidal thoughts and actions for all users, a warning about purchasing the drug over the Internet, and related publications. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/PostmarketDrugSafetyInformationforPatientsandProviders/ucm094305.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs Last updated Jun 30, 2009 KidsHealth: Acne
This article written for teenagers describes acne, a "skin condition that shows up as different types of bumps." Discusses different types of acne, why so many young people get acne, how to avoid getting acne, and how to treat it. From KidsHealth.org, a project of the Nemours Foundation. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/skin/acne.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health Last updated Aug 28, 2008 MedlinePlus Health Information: Skin Conditions
Information on the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of skin conditions. Features information of specific conditions and clinical trials, statistics, a glossary of related terms, and more. From the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/skinconditions.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 30, 2005 Morgellons Disease
Brief overview of this mysterious multi-symptom disease. Symptoms include "skin lesions, sensation of crawling and biting on and under the skin, appearances of fibers and granules coming out of the skin, and fatigue." The site states that this Morgellons Disease "is frequently misdiagnosed as Delusional Parasitosis." From the Center for Health Sciences, Oklahoma State University. http://www.healthsciences.okstate.edu/morgellons/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated May 24, 2006 Morgellons Research Foundation
This foundation is "dedicated to finding the cause of an emerging infectious disease, which mimics scabies and lice" and is characterized by "disturbing crawling, stinging, and biting sensations, as well as non-healing skin lesions, which are associated with highly unusual structures." The site features a FAQ, a description of symptoms, images, maps showing reports of Morgellons disease in the U.S., links to news reports, and more. http://www.morgellons.org Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Jan 2, 2007 National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
The mission of NIAMS "is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases, the training of basic and clinical scientists ... and the dissemination of information." The site provides information about diseases such as arthritis, autoimmune diseases, gout, and osteoporosis as well as information about training programs, patient research registries, news, and links to related sites. Searchable. Available in English and Spanish. http://www.niams.nih.gov/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Nov 12, 2003 Questions and Answers About Acne
"This fact sheet contains general information about acne. It describes what acne is and how it develops, the causes of acne, and the treatment options for various forms of acne. Information is also provided on caring for the skin." From the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Acne/default.asp Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Oct 14, 2007 Questions and Answers About Epidermolysis Bullosa
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) "is a group of blistering skin conditions. The skin is so fragile in people with EB that even minor rubbing may cause blistering. ... In severe EB, blisters are not confined to the outer skin. They may develop inside the body." Includes information about causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, and genetic testing for EB, and links to related sites. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Epidermolysis_Bullosa/default.asp Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Oct 14, 2007 Skin Conditions and Treatments
A list of skin disorders and conditions which includes descriptions, treatments, and often images. Also included are common skin procedures or treatments, such as Botox (botulinum toxin), topical steroids, and phototherapy. From the New Zealand Dermatological Society. http://www.dermnetnz.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health & Medical Disciplines, The Human Body Last updated Sep 27, 2002 Skinema: Dermatology in the Cinema
What happens when a dermatologist is also a movie buff? In this case, he puts together a site on how films have treated skin conditions, which actors have coped with skin diseases, and how movies promote myths about acne and other skin conditions. There are also examples of accurate portrayals of dermatoses. The films cited are available on video, if you want to take a closer look. http://www.skinema.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Aug 15, 2004 Sunbeds, Tanning and UV Exposure
This March 2005 fact sheet discusses the health consequences of using artificial tanning sunbeds such as skin cancer, skin aging, eye damage, sunburn reactions, and childhood ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure. The document advocates government regulation of commercial sunbeds, and lists groups for whom indoor tanning is not recommended (such as children and people with a large number of moles). From the World Health Organization (WHO). http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs287/en/ Topics: Cancer, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Diseases & Conditions Last updated Aug 29, 2006 Tanning Products
Collection of regulatory notices and other documents about sun safety, covering sunscreens, tanning pills, tanning accelerators, sunless tanning booths, cosmetics, and related products. Includes links to tanning material from other government agencies. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. http://www.fda.gov/Cosmetics/ProductandIngredientSafety/ProductInformation/ucm134059.htm Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Diseases & Conditions, Fashion Last updated Jun 30, 2009 What Is Rosacea? Fast Facts
Answers basic questions about the chronic skin (and sometimes eye) disease "characterized by redness, pimples and, in advanced stages, thickened skin" and summarizes current research. Includes links to further sources of information. From the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Rosacea/default.asp Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Oct 14, 2007 |
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