People aged 50 and over and those who are immunocompromised are more at risk of getting shingles, as well as developing a ...

This article explains how topical steroids work to reduce inflammation and discusses the types of topical steroids available. Today, topical steroids are considered the mainstay treatment of many ...

The cancer is uncommon, but it can spread to other places in the body without early detection and treatment. Which skin disease cannot be cured? Cold sores, psoriasis, rosacea, shingles ...

A topical treatment is a medicated ointment, cream, lotion, or other product that can be applied directly to the skin. Many cases of mild to moderate psoriasis may be treatable with topical ...

Choosing strong roofing shingles is a crucial step toward making sure that you, your home, and your belongings are well protected. (Another key step: hiring a good roofing contractor.) Consumer ...

DEAR DR ROACH: I’m 60 years old now. I never had chicken pox as a child but was tested as an adult, and I do have the antibodies. I’ve been on a standard dose of acyclovir for 15 years after I ...

Examples of OTC NSAIDs are Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen sodium). Topical medications are also available for pain relief. These products come in gels, creams, and patches applied to ...

Increased use of unit-dose medication as well as ophthalmic depot preparations will lead to less reliance on preservatives in the future.

Solar panels can look bulky and detract from the beautiful aesthetic of your home. Solar shingles, on the other hand, integrate into your roof to create a more discreet solar system. Their ...

Most importantly, topical treatments need to remain on your head to work. If you’re washing it in and washing it out, as you would with shampoo, how much benefit you get “is arguable,” says ...

Current clinical practice guidelines do not support or refute the use of topical agents for the prevention of ARD. In our pooled analysis of six randomized controlled clinical trials, the use of ...