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Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD March 2009 Archive

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

Rashes With Blisters

Tuesday March 31, 2009
Blisters, or vesicles, can be painful or itchy, and they can occur with several common rashes. If you have a rash with blisters, you may be able to learn more ... Read More

Drinking Coffee or Tea May Protect Your Skin From the Sun

Sunday March 22, 2009
In a study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology researchers found that drinking coffee or tea lowers a person's risk of developing nonmelanoma skin cancer. This protective effect ... Read More

Some Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs Increase the Risk of Getting Shingles

Monday March 16, 2009
Medications, known as biologics, that target specific parts of the immune system can be very effective treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. Because these medications do affect the immune system, people ... Read More

Is Water Good or Bad for Dry Skin?

Sunday March 1, 2009
You would think that putting water on the skin would moisturize it more, but the opposite is true. Plain water that comes in contact with skin evaporates and takes with ... Read More
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