American Academy of Dermatology: Dermatology A-ZThe American Academy of Dermatology has developed a resource based on common dermatological conditions, treatments and terminology. It includes definitions of dermatology terms, explanation of common dermatologic conditions and procedures, links to AAD press releases and pamphlets, articles in Dermatology Insights, AAD Guidelines of Care, and links to other associations.
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American Porphyria FoundationThis site includes overview information on porphyrias and topics such as acute intermittent porphyria, porphyria cutanea tarda and erythropoietic protoporphyria. Diet and nutrition recommendations are included.
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Dermatology InsightsThis consumer-oriented publication offered by the American Academy of Dermatologists provides in-depth articles, medical information and helpful hints on a variety of skin, hair, and nail conditions. Free full-text is available online.
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Eczema ResourceEczema Resource was produced in collaboration with top experts specializing in treatments for atopic eczema in adults and children.
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EMedicine Consumer Health - Skin, Hair, and NailsThis page contains articles on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of a number of dermatological conditions. They are written by physicians for patients and consumers. Each article is reviewed by two physicians and a pharmacist.
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Merck Manual, 2nd Home Edition 2004. Section 18: Skin DisordersThis monograph explains disorders, who is likely to get them, their symptoms, how they're diagnosed, how they might be prevented, and how they can be treated; also provides information about prognosis. It is based on the Merck Manual, but written in everyday language by 300 contributors. The Skin Disorders section discusses a spectrum of skin and hair conditions.
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National Cancer Institute: Skin CancerThis comprehensive skin cancer page from the NCI offers alternate interfaces for patients and health professionals. Both views provide a slew of information concerning the various types of cancer, methods of prevention and recommendations for treatment. Also available are links to current news and research, information about clinical trials, links to related cancer topics in PubMed and funding and statistical sources.
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National Ezcema Association for Science and EducationThis site dedicated to eczema is actively updated and includes consumer health pamphlets on topics relating disease management, continuing education opportunities, some grant and clinical trial data and support group contact information. They also offer some Spanish language material.
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National Neurofibromatosis FoundationThis foundation provides information on neurofibromatosis for professionals, families and patients. Publications, research programs and clinical trials, youth programs, activities by state, online community (chat room and bulletin board) and more are available.
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National Psoriasis FoundationThe National Psoriasis Foundation is the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, serving and empowering people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Their web site provides consumer health materials, clinical trial information, and community and support group offerings.
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National Vitiligo FoundationThis information clearinghouse was designed for people with vitiligo and the general public. It contains research updates and support group information.
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Scleroderma FoundationThe Scleroderma Foundation provides support, education and research to practitioners and the general public in the form of an extensive Resources page, support group contacts, research briefs and grant application materials.
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Skin Cancer FoundationThe Skin Cancer Foundation is the only global organization that is concerned exclusively with the world's most prevalent malignancy - cancer of the skin.
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SkinCarePhysicians.comSkinCarePhysicians.com provides patients with up-to-date information on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and nails.
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Understanding PsoriasisAn educational resource that offers information about the symptoms and causes of this skin disorder as well as control strategies, current psoriasis treatment options and new therapies on the horizon.
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