You may also see them on the skin around your eyes. “These small epidermoid cysts are typically few in number and usually asymptomatic,” says Dr. McTighe. Oral thrush is a yeast infection that ...

Sleep deprivation in dermatological surgery among pediatric patients undergoing local anesthesia improves the immobilization effects of anesthesia.

The lesion on the middle finger is an epidermoid carcinoma that was excised and a graft applied. Thirty-two cases of plantar wart were seen. Surgery was indicated for the irreversible radiation ...

Medicare may cover the removal of sebaceous cysts, also known as epidermal, keratin, or epithelial cysts, if a healthcare professional deems the procedure medically necessary. Sebaceous cysts are ...

Fast Five Quiz: Indolent Systemic Mastocytosis How much do you know about indolent systemic mastocytosis? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz.

Medical treatment is initially based upon the use of corticosteroids to treat the inflammatory process. Ordinarily, this is given in the form of high-dose prednisone or equivalent steroids ...

Almost 90% of all anal abscesses are caused by blocked glands that become infected. The most common type of anal abscess is a perianal abscess, which typically appears as a painful swelling near ...

Tongue squamous cell carcinoma is an aggressive oral cancer with a high incidence of metastasis and poor prognosis. Most of the oral cavity cancer patients present in clinics with locally advanced ...

This practical surgical skills workshop is ideally suited to all primary care team members: GPs, GPSI’s, GP registrars, GP Trainers and Practice nurses involved in basic surgical procedures. The ...

The epidermis, the outmost layer of the skin, is a stratified squamous epithelium that protects the body from the external world. The epidermis and its appendages need constantly renew themselves and ...

A Bartholin's cyst, also known as Bartholin's gland cyst or a Bartholin’s duct cyst, occurs when one of two glands at the vaginal opening fills up with fluid. You can treat a Bartholin’s cyst at home ...

Ovarian cysts are usually harmless but treatments may be needed to manage symptoms. They will vary based on whether lifestyle changes and natural remedies can help, or whether medication or a ...