Skin Problems and Treatments

You may be able to figure out exactly what triggers the hives of chronic spontaneous urticaria. And if you can ID your triggers, you can take steps to avoid them.

Living with chronic spontaneous urticaria means finding out what works for you and avoiding triggers that seem to set off a flare.

When you have chronic hives, medications help, but lifestyle changes can make you more comfortable, too.

If you’ve got chronic hives, talking about them can be difficult, especially if you’re starting a new relationship. Get expert advice on how to talk to those close to you about it.

In dermatology, advances in technology have the potential to simplify some of the most complicated treatments.

Elizabeth Geddes-Bruce, MD, a dermatologist in Austin, TX, answers some common questions about tattoo removal.

Sensitive skin is a common complaint but hard to diagnose. No two people have the same symptoms or react to the same triggers.

Got sensitive skin? Do you really need to use special products? Learn about ingredients in cosmetics and moisturizers that could irritate your skin.

A long hot shower sounds great, but it isn’t good if you have sensitive skin. Learn how to take a better bath.

The first-grader's creative take on her school's "crazy hair day" is inspiring people all over the world.

Trying to figure out how to pop a pimple? Not so fast -- find out why you shouldn't do it. If you insist, there are some pointers that might come in handy.

These habits may make acne worse. Are you doing any of them?

By middle age, 40% of women show signs of pattern hair loss. WebMD has the details.

Does what you eat make you more likely to get acne? Find out what experts say about the possible links between food and acne.

Taking care of your skin can help ease your rosacea symptoms. See which regular products to avoid, which to use, and how to hide red skin and a red face.

Seborrheic dermatitis (seborrhea), eczema, and other conditions that may dry your scalp and lead to flaking.

Dandruff and thinning hair don't cause each other, but how you handle them matters.

Is what you eat related to your dandruff? Find out about the possible links between food and dandruff.

What to know before trying tea tree oil, aloe vera, or other natural remedies for dandruff.

Sweating can be a problem and a source of embarrassment. Here are ways to cope with heavy sweating at the gym, on the job, and everywhere you go.

Almost 8 million people in the US are estimated to suffer from abnormal sweating, called hyperhidrosis, but how much sweat is too much?

Got sensitive skin? Here's what to look for in an antiperspirant to avoid underarm irritation.

What you should know about ringworm and candida.

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Get expert tips on how to protect your child’s skin from common skin irritants.