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  What to Know About Vitiligo in Children

  February 5, 2024

  Here's what to know about vitiligo in children as well as its causes, types, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How to Treat Psoriasis at Home

  April 5, 2023

  There's no cure for psoriasis, but there are plenty of ways to treat itchy, scaly skin outbreaks at home. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How to Tell the Difference Between Eczema and Psoriasis

  March 8, 2023

  Eczema and psoriasis have similar symptoms. It's important to see a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Does Light Therapy Help with Seasonal Depression?

  July 21, 2022

  Does light therapy help with seasonal depression? Learn more about light box therapy for depression from the experts at UPMC.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

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  What Is Non-24? A Deep Dive into Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder

  March 22, 2018

  Non-24 is a circadian rhythm disorder that causes trouble sleeping and waking. It occurs when your body's clock is a bit off from the usual 24-hour cycle.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: circadian rhythm, circadian rhythm disorder, energy, insomnia, no sleep, non-24, sleep deprivation, sleeping, sleeplessness

  

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  Rare, Hereditary Conditions: Crigler-Najjar Syndrome

  August 18, 2017

  Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a hereditary condition that often affects children from Amish and Mennonite families. Learn more about this illness.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: crigler-najjar syndrome, hereditary conditions, living donor liver transplant

  

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  What Is Psoriasis? Symptoms, Treatment, and More

  April 20, 2014

  Psoriasis is a skin condition characterized by irritated skin with flakes or scales. Learn more about psoriasis, its causes, and treatment options.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

  Categorized as: Skin Care

  Tagged with: dandruff, Laura K. Ferris, phototherapy, psoriasis, rash, scales, skin condition