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    Nickel Allergy Treatments: What is A Metal Allergy?

    August 24, 2017

    Nickel allergy treatments can help when you experience a rash from contact with metal. Learn more about how you can treat metal allergies. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: metal allergies, metal allergy, nickel allergy, rash

    Nickel allergy treatments
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    Here’s How to Treat and Prevent Athlete’s Foot

    January 21, 2017

    Learn how you can treat and prevent athlete's foot, an uncomfortable, unsightly and all-too-common fungal infection of the feet and toes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athlete's foot, foot conditions, fungal infection, rash, skin conditions

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    Essential Home Remedies for Mild Psoriasis

    November 4, 2016

    These at-home remedies for mild psoriasis can help ease itching, flaking, and redness, without a trip to the dermatologist. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: home remedies, itching, mild psoriasis, rash, skin condition

    Learn more about treating psoriasis at home.
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    Sunburn or Sun Poisoning? Tell the Difference

    July 29, 2016

    Learn how to tell the difference between everyday sunburn and more serious sun poisoning with this guide to common symptoms. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: rash, severe sunburn, sun poisoning, sun rash, sunburn

    Learn how to tell the difference between sunburn and sun poisoning
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    Allergies Affect More Than 40 Percent of Children

    February 28, 2015

    Allergies affect over 40 percent of children today. Learn more about allergies, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for your children. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: allergens, allergies, blood test, challenge test, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, immunotherapy, itch, rash, skin tests, Todd Green MD

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    Crohn’s Disease Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    November 8, 2014

    Learn about Crohn's disease, an inflammatory bowel disease. Discover the symptoms and treatment options for Crohn's, including cutting-edge technology. Learn More

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: Crohn's disease, ct scan, fever, IBD, inflammatory bowel disease, MRI, rash, surgery, ulcerative colitis, UPMC Digestive Disorders Center

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    9 Tips for Avoiding Poisonous Plants

    July 26, 2014

    Do you know which plants around your home might be poisonous? Learn which plants are toxic and read tips to avoid them. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pittsburgh Poison Center

    Categorized as: Family Health, Safety

    Tagged with: acorns, allergies, berries, chemical residue, emergency care, fertilizer, gardens, jimson weed, leaves, nature, nightshade, pesticide, Pittsburgh Poison Center, plants, poison, poison prevention, rash, seeds, toxic, yard care

    How to identify poisonous plants
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    What Is Lyme Disease? Know the Symptoms and How to Stay Safe

    June 16, 2014

    Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that ticks can spread through their bite. Learn about the symptoms of lyme disease and discover preventative measures Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: bug repellent, chills, DEET, headache, joint pain, Lyme disease, muscle pain, rash, ticks

    Learn more about how to identify Lyme Disease
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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

    Learn more about psoraisis
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