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Millions of people suffer from the skin condition eczema marked by red, itchy patches that sometime become infected. Listen to experts talk about the causes, triggers and treatments of eczema.
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People with psoriasis are always trying to attain a time when their disease clears, a time known as remission. Learn what treatments are available to people with the moderate to severe form of this disease and what can be expected from the many types of treatments.
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Most patients with psoriasis have tried a variety of therapies to help rid them of this disturbing skin condition. Many treatment options have difficult requirements while others have problematic side effects. Listen as people living with psoriasis discuss their experiences on conventional treatments and how a new type of therapy offers new hope.
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For years people with psoriasis had options that were either time consuming or had difficult side effects. However the new science of biologics is offering treatments that may help people not only manage their disease but also clear psoriasis for months and sometimes years. Learn about this exciting new possibility for people with this difficult condition.
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There are a variety of different treatments that can help control eczema. The therapies can come as creams, ointments or even as pills. However, not all therapies are right for all patients. The age of the patient, the area of the body that is affected, the length of treatment necessary, and the lifestyle and needs of a patient will influence treatment decisions. Learn how to make the decisions about what treatment is right for you.
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Eczema may not be a life-threatening condition, but it is life altering. Learn how people can manage eczema by avoiding triggers and treating flare-ups.
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Whether or not men admit it, hair—or lack of it—can form a big part of their self-image. Many accept hair loss as a fact of life, while others look for ways to stop or reverse the effects of balding. There are a number of options available for hair loss, but only a few have been proven effective. How do you decide which treatment is right for you? Tune in as two hair specialists talk about the choices.
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While up to 75 percent of women will experience a yeast infection once in their lifetime, an unlucky 5 percent will have frequent, recurring episodes. Join our panelists as they tell us why yeast infections come back and what you should do if it happens to you.
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When women experience the signs of a yeast infection, they often prefer to self-medicate rather than check with their doctor. But the symptoms are similar to those of more serious conditions and only your doctor can tell the difference. Tune is as our experts share important information all women should know.
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People with allergies have a range of treatment options available from over-the-counter products to prescription medicines. Learn the differences among these varying treatments and which products can work best for your symptoms.
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Sneezing in the sitting room? Coughing in the kitchen? Many common allergens occur primarily indoors and can make your life miserable. Join our panel of experts as they discuss ways to make your home allergy-proof.
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When you have watery eyes, a runny nose, congestion and sneezing, how can you tell if it's a cold or an allergy? Find out the difference and the treatment options for both.
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What is an allergy and what is it that causes some people to suffer from them? Why do allergies flare up during certain times of the year? Learn about the basics of allergies and what strategies can help.
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