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SKIN DISORDERS
Description
Skin disorders are various medical
conditions that affect the skin. There are
numerous types of skin disorders ranging
from infectious, autoimmune, genetic and
allergic among others. The list of skin
conditions include:
Acne
Eczema
Rosacea
Psoriasis
Skin cancer
Winkles
And
common skin rashes, fungal infections, cellulitis, boils, blisters, itchy skin and
dry skin among many others.
Statistical studies
show the following:
Women experience
acne at higher rates
than their male counterparts
Whites are 20 times more
likely to develop melanoma than
racial/ethnic minorities
Men had a higher
prevalence of sunburn than women in most of
the racial/ethnic groups surveyed
Psoriasis occurs equally in men and
women in the US
Rosacea is most common in white women
between ages 30 and 50. When it occurs in
men, however, its usually more severe,.
Eczema affects mostly children but a
small percentage of adults do have the
condition.
Types and Symptoms
Acne: A very
common skin disorder that is characterized
by the overactive sweat glands clogging the
skin pores and hair follicles, forming
plugs.
Symptoms
2 types of acne:
Non-Inflammatory: Mild form of acne that
presents with blackheads and whiteheads.
Inflammatory: The
whiteheads become inflamed causing postules
and cyss, can cause disfiguring scarring.
Eczema: a
noncontagious skin disorder of unknown
cause, that can affect any part of the body
and is characterized by, itching, and the
formation crusty and scaly skin.
Symptoms
Dry reddened skin
Intense itching Burning sensation Scaly and
crusty skin
Psoriasis: A
chronic skin condition characterized by red
patches covered with white scales affecting
predominately the scalp, elbows and knees.
Symptoms
Silvery scales atop
reddened patches of skin
Dry skin that may
crack and bleed
Nails are thick and
ridged
Joints that are
stiff and often swollen
Rosacea: A
skin disorder characterized by flushing of
the facial skin most frequently in areas of
the nose, cheek, forehead and chin. It also
presents with pustules (pus-filled pimples),
papules (hard pimples) as well as
telangiectasias (visible spider like veins).
Symptoms
Facial redness In
women located on cheeks, chin, nose and
forehead while in men it is mainly on the
nose
Red pimples (unlike acne that has blackheads
and whiteheads)
Telangiectasias which are visible spider like
veins
Facial burning sensation
Eye irritation
Rhinopyma swollen bumps on the nose
Hyper-reactive skin
Wrinkles: lines or creases in the
skin, that are usually caused by the aging
process but there are factors that
accelerate the rate.
Types and Symptoms
Wrinkles can be caused by the following:
Aging Process
Habitual facial expressions
Smoking
Sun Damage
Hormonal factors
Dehydration
Skin Cancer:
Uncontrolled growth of the cells of the
outer layer of the skin. Since the outer
layer of the skin is made of 3 different
types of cells, the cancer is classified by
which of the cells is involved.
Types and Symptoms
There are three main types of skin cancer
Basal Cell Carcinoma (non melanoma
skin cancer)
An often easily detected form of skin cancer
that is highly treatable basal cell
carcinoma usually appears as a small, shiny
bump on the skin, and mainly on the areas
exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck,
arms, hands, and face.
Squamous Cell
Carcinoma (non melanoma skin cancer) A
highly treatable form of cancer that appears
on the rim of the ear, face, lips and mouth,
They appear as firm red bumps on sun exposed
areas or scaly, crusty patch of skin that
may bleed.
Malignant Melanoma. The most serious
form of skin cancer with the highest death
rate malignant melanoma affects mainly light
skinned individuals. People that are at high
risk have blond and blue eyes, a family
history, many freckles, inability to tan,
unprotected exposure to the sun. Symptoms to
watch for include a mole that is
asymmetrical, with rough, uneven edges,
pigmentation is not uniform, and growing,
scaling, bleeding or oozing.
Questions to ask the
expert
How many years
experience have you had treating this skin
disorder
What is your
success rate
Certificates and
Licenses
References
General Tips
Avoid exposure to the sun especially during
the hours of 10AM to 4 PM
Use Sunscreen year round
Quit Smoking
Eat a well balanced diet rich in vitamins and
antioxidants
Moisturize your skin daily
Do skin self exam at least every three months
Get an annual skin checkup by your MD
List of Products &
Services
Burdock Root ( Arctium lappa ) Powder Powder
- 4 oz. Bulk
Burdock Root is used as a food and medicine
in cultures all over the world. It is
traditionally used for skin disorders
associated with adolescence. Burdock
combines well with Red Clover, Yellow Dock,
and Dandelion.
Acne and Skin Disorders Formula Tincture,
100% Organic - 2 fl. oz.
Black Walnut is used to treat acne, thyroid
disease, colitis, eczema, hemorrhoids,
ringworm, sore throats, tonsillitis, skin
irritations, and wounds. Burdock is widely
recommended for treating dry, scaly skin
conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, and
has been used to treat acne. Astragalus is
used to improve adrenal gland function and
digestion. Alternative Health and Herbs
Herbal Remedy for Acne and Skin Disorders
contains many herbs well known to support
healthy skin.
Black Currant Oil, 500mg NOW Foods - 100
Softgels
The anti-inflammatory properties are
effective against skin irritations when take
orally
Books and Publications
Understanding Skin Problems: Acne, Eczema,
Psoriasis and Related Conditions
(Understanding Illness & Health) (Kindle
Edition)
Healing Skin Disorders: Natural Treatments
for Dermatological Conditions (Paperback)
Skin Wellness (A Skin Cancer Awareness and
Prevention Program)
The Bible Cure for Skin Disorders (Bible
Cure Series) (Paperback)
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