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OCD. Dermatophagia (from Ancient Greek δέρμα — lit.skin and φαγείαlit.eating) or dermatodaxia (from δήξις, lit.biting) [3] is a compulsion disorder of gnawing or biting one's own skin, most commonly at the fingers. This action can either be conscious or unconscious [4] and it is considered to be a type of pica.
Nail biting, also known as onychophagy or onychophagia, is an oral compulsive habit of biting one's fingernails. It is sometimes described as a parafunctional activity, the common use of the mouth for an activity other than speaking, eating, or drinking. Nail biting is very common, especially amongst children. 25–35 percent of children bite ...
Specialty. Dermatology. Psychiatry. Excoriation disorder, more commonly known as dermatillomania, is a mental disorder on the obsessive–compulsive spectrum that is characterized by the repeated urge or impulse to pick at one's own skin, to the extent that either psychological or physical damage is caused. [4] [5]
These DIY allergy pops are like a treat, and can be alleviate some symptoms, too. Rinsing your pup in apple cider vinegar can help with itching, and just like with people, a daily teaspoon of ...
Dwayne Johnson got a little “smashed up” while filming his A24 mixed martial arts movie “The Smashing Machine,” the actor and professional wrestler announced in a video posted to Instagram ...
Skin atrophy can occur with both prescription and over the counter steroids creams. Low doses of prednisone by mouth can also result in skin atrophy. Signs and symptoms Steroid-induced atrophy. It can also present with telangiectasia, easy bruising, purpura, and striae. Occlusive dressings and fluorinated steroids both increase the likelihood ...
Berry-Herb Sangria by Casey Barber. This vibrant sangria combines fresh strawberries, blackberries and rosemary sprigs with a crisp seltzer and red wine to create a fruity and festive drink. A ...
Schamberg's disease, or progressive pigmented purpuric dermatosis, is a chronic discoloration of the skin which usually affects the legs and often spreads slowly. This disease is more common in males and may occur at any age from childhood onward. This condition is observed worldwide and has nothing to do with race or ethnic background.