Oral hygiene products such as toothpaste, dental floss, denture cleansers, and mouthwashes are essential for maintaining dental health. These products are used by people of all […]
Coal tar, or crude coal tar, is obtained through the destructive distillation of bituminous coal at extremely high temperatures. It is estimated that over 10,000 different […]
Dyshidrotic eczema, also known as pompholyx, is a chronic, recurrent, and often itchy skin condition that typically affects the palms of the hands, the sides of […]
Isocyanates are organic compounds extensively used in the production of polyurethane foams, resins, coatings, and adhesives. The most commonly produced isocyanates are 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) and […]
Systemic steroids, commonly referred to as corticosteroids, are synthetic derivatives of cortisol, a natural steroid produced by the adrenal glands. These medications, whether taken orally or […]
Tinea manuum is a relatively rare dermatophyte infection that affects one or both hands. Although it is less commonly encountered than tinea pedis, which typically impacts […]
Sun protection involves shielding the skin from the damaging effects of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation. While visible light is seldom a problem, it can exacerbate certain […]
Sunburn is a condition characterized by erythema and oedema resulting from excessive exposure to the sun’s rays, specifically the ultraviolet (UV) radiation emitted by the sun. […]
Psoriatic arthritis is a painful, inflammatory condition of the joints that can affect up to 30 percent of patients with psoriasis. The previous post focused on the prevalence, […]