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Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD September 2008 Archive

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

Herpes Infection Pictures

Monday September 22, 2008
The herpes virus causes a typical rash in the genital area and also causes fever blisters (cold sores). This gallery shows pictures of typical herpes rashes.

Shingles Vaccine on Backorder

Friday September 12, 2008
Shingles is a painful rash caused by a reactivation of the chicken pox virus. Fortunately there is a vaccine to help prevent shingles from occuring. The vaccine, Zostavax, ... Read More

Vitamin D Sources

Wednesday September 3, 2008
You can get vitamin D from a variety of sources, including foods, supplements in pill and liquid form and sunshine. Save yourself from skin cancer, and get your vitamin ... Read More
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