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"Acne": [ | |
"Topical retinoids (such as tretinoin) - helps unclog pores and prevent new acne lesions from forming.", | |
"Benzoyl peroxide - kills bacteria and reduces inflammation.", | |
"Salicylic acid - helps unclog pores and reduces inflammation.", | |
"Topical antibiotics (such as clindamycin) - helps kill bacteria and reduce inflammation.", | |
"Oral antibiotics (such as doxycycline) - helps kill bacteria and reduce inflammation." | |
], | |
"Basal cell carcinoma": [ | |
"Surgical excision - removal of the tumor and surrounding tissue.", | |
"Mohs surgery - a specialized procedure to remove the cancerous tissue layer by layer, minimizing damage to healthy tissue.", | |
"Radiation therapy - using high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells.", | |
"Topical chemotherapy - applying a cream or lotion containing medication to kill cancer cells." | |
], | |
"Benign Keratosis-like Lesions (BKL)": [ | |
"Cryotherapy - using liquid nitrogen to freeze off the lesion.", | |
"Electrodesiccation and curettage - scraping off the lesion and using an electric needle to destroy any remaining cells.", | |
"Topical medications (such as imiquimod) - stimulates the immune system to attack the lesion.", | |
"Shave excision - shaving off the lesion with a surgical blade." | |
], | |
"Atopic dermatitis(Eczema)": [ | |
"Emollients - moisturizers that help to repair the skin barrier and reduce dryness.", | |
"Topical corticosteroids - reduce inflammation and itching.", | |
"Oral antihistamines - reduce itching and improve sleep.", | |
"Light therapy (phototherapy) - exposing the skin to specific types of light to reduce inflammation." | |
], | |
"Actinic keratosis(AK)": [ | |
"Cryotherapy - using liquid nitrogen to freeze off the lesion.", | |
"Topical medications (such as imiquimod) - stimulates the immune system to attack the lesion.", | |
"Chemical peels - applying a chemical solution to the skin to remove the lesion.", | |
"Photodynamic therapy - applying a medication to the skin that is activated by light to destroy the lesion." | |
], | |
"Melanoma": [ | |
"Surgical excision - removing the tumor and surrounding tissue.", | |
"Immunotherapy - using medications to stimulate the immune system to attack cancer cells.", | |
"Chemotherapy - using medications to kill cancer cells.", | |
"Radiation therapy - using high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells." | |
], | |
"Psoriasis": [ | |
"Topical corticosteroids - reduce inflammation and itching.", | |
"Topical retinoids - helps slow down the growth of skin cells.", | |
"Topical calcineurin inhibitors (such as tacrolimus or pimecrolimus) -reduce inflammation and itching, particularly for sensitive areas like the face and neck.", | |
"Phototherapy (UVB light therapy) - slows down skin cell turnover and reduces inflammation." | |
], | |
"Tinea (Ringworm)": [ | |
"Antifungal creams, ointments or powders (such as clotrimazole, miconazole or terbinafine) - applied to the affected area for 2-4 weeks to kill the fungus.", | |
"Oral antifungal medications (such as terbinafine or fluconazole) - prescribed for more severe or resistant cases.", | |
"Keeping the affected area clean and dry - to prevent the fungus from spreading.", | |
"Avoiding sharing personal items - such as towels, clothing, and combs to prevent the spread of the fungus to others.", | |
"Washing clothes and bedding in hot water and drying them in a hot dryer - to kill any fungus that may be present." | |
] | |
} |