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The skin is the largest and most visible organ of the
body. It reflects the health of the body and acts as a barrier
against injury and bacteria. Unfortunately, at one time
or another, nearly everyone has some type of skin disease.
Dermatology is the science that is concerned with the diagnosis
and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair and nails.
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| Eczema, or dermatitis as it is sometimes
called, is a group of skin conditions which can affect all
age groups. In the United Kingdom, up to one fifth of all
children of school age have eczema, along with about one in
twelve of the adult population. The severity of the disease
can vary. In mild forms the skin is dry, hot and itchy, whilst
in more severe forms the skin can become broken, raw and bleeding.
Although it can sometimes look unpleasant, eczema is not contagious.
With treatment the inflammation of eczema can be reduced,
though the skin will always be sensitive to flare-ups and
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| Most patients have associated dry
skin and require general use of emollients. Continual treatment
with complete emollient therapy (combinations of cream, ointment,
bath oil and emollient soap substitute) will help provide
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| Genus Pharmaceuticals sells emollient
products with proven efficacy against mild to moderate eczema
and all dry skin conditions. Also, a product is available
that has been shown to be effective against bruising and haemorrhoids.
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| Healthcare professionals requiring
more information about the dermatological products sold by
Genus, should go to the Products section of this web site.
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- For more information:
- Dermatology.co.uk
- The
Psoriasis Support Programme
- The
National Eczema Society
- The
British Association of Dermatologists
- The
Primary Care Dermatology Society
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