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Papulosquamousdisorders are a diverse group of unrelated skin conditions. These disorders are only categorized together for one reason: They all cause red to purple, raised patches of scales on the skin that have well-defined borders. Some of the most common papulosquamous disorders include psoriasis,lichen planus, and medication reactions. These and other skin issues that fall under this umbrella not only have different root causes, but different treatments, too. reanas / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They EnterBacteriaVirusesFungiParasitesProtecting YourselfFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Enter Bacteria Viruses Fungi Parasites Protecting Yourself Frequently Asked Questions Pathogens are what most people call germs—tiny organisms that cause diseases. There are different types of pathogens found all over the world. Depending on the type of germ and your body, you can get a minor illness or a deadly disease when a pathogen enters....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceCausesPPPs vs. Genital WartsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance Causes PPPs vs. Genital Warts Treatment Pearly penile papules (PPP) are common, harmless bumps that develop around the base of the head of thepenis. Also known ashirsutoid papillomasorhirsuties papillaris genitalis, these bumps are normal and thought to affect as many as 48% of people with penises. PPPs pose no health concerns and do not require treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses and Risk FactorsSymptomsTreatmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes and Risk Factors Symptoms Treatments Frequently Asked Questions Pedunculated fibroids are any fibroids that have a peduncle, or stem. However, these fibroids are further broken down intotypes of fibroidsbased on where around the uterus they occur: This article focuses on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of pedunculated fibroids. The Good Brigade / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat They DoCore CompetenciesWho They HelpBenefits and Challenges Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What They Do Core Competencies Who They Help Benefits and Challenges Peer support specialists are people with lived experience who have been through situations similar to those they support. They have been successful in recovery and have firsthand knowledge of the healing process.They can provide aid inaddiction, mental health conditions, medical conditions, and disabilities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Periodic fever syndrome is the term given to a number of conditions that feature an unexplained fever that returns over and over again. Sometimes thesefeverscome with other symptoms, but not always. Periodic fever syndromes usually arise in childhood and may resolve before the adult years, but they don’t always....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionTypesSymptomsDiagnosisCausesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Types Symptoms Diagnosis Causes Treatment Coping Personality disorders include 10 diagnosable psychiatric conditions that are recognized and described in the most recent, fifth edition of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM-5). Seksan Mongkhonkhamsao / Getty Images It is estimated that about 8% of the world’s population suffers from a personality disorder....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Pomegranate Supplements Used For?Side EffectsDosage and PreparationWhat to Look ForWhat Medications Does Pomegranate Interact With? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Pomegranate Supplements Used For? Side Effects Dosage and Preparation What to Look For What Medications Does Pomegranate Interact With? Pomegranate is a fruit with edible seeds in its hard outer layer.It is full of antioxidants, which can help to prevent cell damage and boost immune function....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to See a Provider Apreauricularpit is a tiny hole in front of the ear. Also called a preauricular sinus or fistula, it may appear more like a dimple or a piercing in an odd place. A preauricular pit occurs as a result of fusion problems during the sixth week of gestation when the ear is developing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsSide EffectsDosagePrebiotic FoodsSupplements Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Side Effects Dosage Prebiotic Foods Supplements Prebioticsare specialized plant fibers that stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in thedigestive tract. They mainly consist of fiber orcomplex carbohydratesthat your body cannot digest. You can find prebiotics in foods like garlic and asparagus, as well as prebiotic supplements. By stimulating the growth of bacteria likeLactobacillusandBifidobacterium,prebiotics may help improve digestion, ease constipation, increase mineral absorption, regulate cholesterol, and strengthen the immune system....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommonWith Long-Term UseRisk of InfectionStopping Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common With Long-Term Use Risk of Infection Stopping Treatment Low cost and rapid relief are two key benefits ofPrednisone, acorticosteroidused to treat asthma,inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and several other conditions. But the list of Prednisone side effects is long, and it’s important to be aware of them before and while taking the drug....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisInheritance Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Inheritance Primary antibody deficiency disorders are a group of related conditions that affect a person’sB cellsand their ability to produce functioning antibodies. Because of this, people with these conditions are prone to getting certain types of infections, and they may have more trouble fighting them off. These diseases are sometimes called “primary humoral immunodeficiency diseases” or “B cell disorders....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProcessed Foods DefinitionProcessed Foods to AvoidWhat to Look For on Food LabelsMinimally Processed Foods Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Processed Foods Definition Processed Foods to Avoid What to Look For on Food Labels Minimally Processed Foods Processed foods have been altered from their original state.They may be frozen, canned, cooked, or dried and contain added ingredients. Not all processed foods are unhealthy....