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Epithelia Under Attack: The Skin, Gut, and Respiratory Barriers

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By Krishna Patel and Peter Lio, MD Introduction The epithelial barrier is the first line of physical, chemical, and immunological defense against allergens, irritants, pathogens, and other environmental factors. Defects in the stratum corneum allow for foreign antigens, irritants, and pathogens to enter the epidermis.

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Managing Acne Pre and Post Cosmetic Surgery

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This may include gentle cleansing to keep incision sites clean, applying prescribed topical treatments or ointments to promote healing, and avoiding excessive sun exposure or harsh skincare products that could irritate the skin. A: Before surgery, stick to gentle, non-irritating products tailored to your skin type. link] The Aedition.

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Heat Rash vs. Eczema: How to Tell the Difference

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Eczema: How to Tell the Difference Heat Rash & Eczema | Heat rash | Eczema | How to differentiate | Treatment of heat rash | Treatment of eczema | How to prevent eczema | Bottom line A rash is any area of irritated or swollen skin on your body. Heat rash is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather.

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10 Best Alternatives to Antibiotics for Infection 2024

Aesthetics Advisor

As explained in the 2011 paper, “Honey: Its Medicinal Property and Antibacterial Activity”: 1 “[The] medicinal importance of honey has been documented in the world’s oldest medical literatures, and since the ancient times, it has been known to possess antimicrobial property as well as wound-healing activity.

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Comedonal acne

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Advanced Treatments : Oral medications for severe cases include hormonal therapy and isotretinoin, with surgical options for persistent comedones. So, it’s important you do not to touch or pick at your skin, to prevent irritation and worsening of the condition. 2011 Nov;4(11):20-1. What is Comedonal Acne?

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Can Snoring Be Dangerous?

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Mouth Guards, OMT (Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy) and CPAP for Sleep Apnea Treatment Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is considered the "gold standard treatment" for OSA (14). OMT may be the most profound therapy available for the treatment of mild to moderate sleep apnea. 2011 Apr;268(4):533-9.

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How to beat nail infections and foot fungus

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People with peripheral vascular disease where circulation in peripheries such as hands and feet is 4 People with weakened immune systems 4 People who are exposed to chemical irritants such as patients undergoing cancer chemotherapy. 2 Occupational exposure to various irritant chemicals could be another cause for this. link] Derby, R.,

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