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Questions and Answers Man trimming his ear hair

You asked, we answered: Why do ear and nose hair grow more as you age, but head hair grows less?
As a middle-aged guy, why does my hair stop growing on my head and start growing in my ears?
Conditions and Services Mpox progression visual

How does mpox start? Plus, 5 pictures to show how the bumps progress
In this article, we will address more common questions and describe how the mpox rash looks and what to expect at each stage of progression.
Questions and Answers Gloved hands inspecting toenail

You asked, we answered: Can toenail fungus spread to other parts of your body?
If you have toenail fungus, how likely is it to be in your stomach and other parts of your body?
Conditions and Services Vaseline

Diagnosed with mpox? 7 ways to protect your skin from scarring

If you’ve been diagnosed with mpox, you may be concerned about many things, including potential scars left behind.
Conditions and Services Man washing his face

Is a skin care routine necessary, and should products be applied in a specific order? A dermatologist weighs in
Have you ever found yourself standing in the skin care aisle staring at the sheer number of products and wondering what to choose? Many of us have.
Conditions and Services hair in brush

Hair loss in women: What causes it and how to stop it
Hair loss is quite common in females, affecting more than 50% of women at some point in their lives and approximately 80% of women by age 80. Learn more.
Healthy Lifestyle Woman applying a skin care product to her face

Is the slugging beauty trend beneficial for everyone?
If you keep an eye on internet beauty trends, you may have heard of a skin care routine called slugging.
Conditions and Services A man looking through his hair in the mirror

Why am I losing my hair and can I stop it?
Male baldness is one of those facts of life that men dread.
Conditions and Services Close up of a person's skin with ringworm

You asked, we answered: What is ringworm? How can I avoid it?
I have several lesions, mostly on my face and neck. My dermatologist prescribed pills, an antiseptic washing gel and a cream.
Conditions and Services A mother putting sunscreen on a young girl

Can sunscreen cause cancer? Why benzene is toxic and how to avoid it
High levels of benzene, a cancer-causing chemical, were reportedly found in several sunscreens. Can sunscreen do more harm than good?
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