1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Dermatology
photo of Heather Brannon, MD
Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD September 2004 Archive

By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com Guide to Dermatology since 2002

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

Tuesday September 28, 2004
Allergic contact dermatitis is a delayed hypersensitivity reaction that occurs after contact with an allergen. Find out more about how contact dermatitis develops and how it is treated.

Fever Blisters

Saturday September 25, 2004
Fever blisters are actually caused by the herpes simplex virus. Learn more about fever blisters and who is at risk for getting them.

What Is Dermatitis?

Friday September 17, 2004
Dermatitis is often thought of as synonymous with eczema, but this is not exactly true. Dermatitis is actually a term used to describe a specific type of rash with many ... Read More

Hair Removal Methods

Friday September 10, 2004
A discussion of various hair removal methods from bleaching and shaving to hair removal procedures and a new medication that prevents regrowth of hair.

Hot Tub Folliculitis

Thursday September 2, 2004
Hot tub folliculitis is an infection of the hair follicles caused by contact with contaminated water in hot tubs or whirlpools. Find out more about what this rash looks ... Read More
Explore Dermatology
About.com Special Features

Learn how you can reduce your your numbers with these nutrition and exercise tips. More >

Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More >

  1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Dermatology

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.