People with diabetes are more prone to developing Staphylococcus aureus, a leading cause of infections and death associated ...

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aeruginosa infection can often receive adequate MSSA coverage with antipseudomonal agents (with the exception of ceftazidime and aztreonam). The intravenous options for MRSA are generally limited ...

The most common formulation of birth control pills has been linked to a doubling of relative risk of heart attack and stroke, ...

Red light therapy is increasingly viewed as a promising treatment for wrinkles, acne, psoriasis, scars and sun-damaged skin, ...

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They usually need closure with sutures or skin glue. Any open wound that may need sutures should be seen as soon as possible. Ideally, they should be checked and closed within 6 hours. Reason: to ...

Long COVID risk among pediatric patients was higher in those with a history of pneumonia as well as those with anosmia during their initial COVID-19 illness.

itching and skin sensitivity to irritants. It is the most common diagnosis for patients seen in pediatric dermatologists' offices. [1] Early recognition of infections which are associated with a ...

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Cracks in the skin resulting from dryness can also increase the risk of skin infections, Dr. Tyler Barrett, Professor of Emergency Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, previously told ...