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Generic Name: propolis Brand and Other Names: bee glue, bee putty, bienenharz, cera alba, galangin, hive dross, Nivcrisol, propolin H Drug Class: Herbals What is propolis, and what is it used for? Propolis is a natural adhesive and resin-like substance produced and used by bees to construct and repair their hives. Honeybees produce propolis by collecting …

Generic Name: red clover Brand and Other Names: beebread, cow clover, meadow clover, purple clover, trefle des pres, trefoil, trifolium pratense, wild clover, Promensil Drug Class: Herbals What is red clover, and what is it used for? Red clover is a wild, perennial flowering herb (Trifolium pratense) of the legume family. Red clover grows wild in the meadows of Asia and …

Because palmoplantar pustulosis can be resistant to treatment, it may take some time to find what works for you Although there is no cure for palmoplantar pustulosis, treatment can help manage symptoms. Because palmoplantar pustulosis can be resistant to treatment, however, it may take some time to find what works for you. Certain preventative measures can bring the condition under …

Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that primarily affects the skin, which can cause many to develop anxiety about their appearance Like other chronic conditions, psoriasis can take a toll on your emotional health. Anxiety can trigger or worsen psoriasis, and psoriasis can cause anxiety, creating a cyclical relationship. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that primarily affects the skin, which can …

Treatment of neurodermatitis generally aims to control severe itching, prevent scratching, and address underlying causes Neurodermatitis or lichen simplex chronicus is a chronic, non-life-threatening skin condition that involves intense itching, typically on 1-2 patches of skin. It is estimated that this skin condition affects approximately 12% of the U.S. population. The challenge with managing neurodermatitis is breaking the scratch-itch cycle. …

Mild to moderate psoriasis is typically treated with medications and therapies that aim to reduce symptoms Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin disorder that has periods of flare-ups and periods of remission. Mild to moderate psoriasis is typically treated with medications and therapies that aim to reduce inflammation and slow the rapid skin cell growth associated with the condition. 7 treatment …

Nail psoriasis can cause nail thickening, malformation, and discoloration Nail psoriasis is caused by the same autoimmune mechanisms as other types of psoriasis. The immune system attacks normal tissues in the body and triggers the hyperproliferation of cells. In the fingernails and toenails, this immune system malfunction causes nail cells to be produced faster than they can be shed, leading …

Moderate plaque psoriasis is when patches cover 3%-10% of your body surface area Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis, affecting up to 80% of people with psoriasis. Also called psoriasis vulgaris, plaque psoriasis is characterized by raised patches of itchy, painful skin with shiny scales that may crack and bleed. Moderate plaque psoriasis is when patches cover …

Learn about neurodermatitis causes, triggers, and risk factors Neurodermatitis or lichen simplex chronicus (LSC) is a chronic skin condition that causes intense itching that worsens with scratching, typically just on a few patches of skin.  Researchers have suggested that there may be a link between neurodermatitis and autoimmune diseases, but the exact cause of the condition is unknown. What causes …

Nummular eczema can be difficult to diagnose, and flare-ups are often caused by a combination of factors Though studies have indicated that autoimmune disorders can cause eczema, experts do not know what exactly causes nummular eczema. There are no studies investigating whether nummular eczema is an autoimmune disease. What causes nummular eczema? Nummular eczema, like other types of eczema, can be …