Kenalog is a brand name for the drug triamcinolone, which is a steroid. A Kenalog injection is used to treat inflammation of joints and tendons. The inflammation can be caused by conditions such as bursitis, tennis elbow and arthritis. The...
A scar is the body's way of healing an area that has experienced trauma. Unfortunately, the healed skin almost never matches the appearance of the surrounding skin, leaving an unsightly mark. The resulting scar's characteristics, according to the...
According to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF), alopecia areata (AA) is a rare autoimmune disease that occurs when certain hair follicles are erroneously harmed by the immune system, stopping normal hair growth. Alopecia areata causes...
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, a fluid-filled sac where muscles or tendons must glide over bony surfaces. The most familiar locations include the knee, shoulder, hip and elbow. Excessive use of the joint can cause an acute attack, which...
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness and vision loss for Americans who are aged 65 and older. In this disease, the macula--the center of the retina--begins to deteriorate causing blurry vision or blind spots in the...
Cystic acne is the most serious form of acne, and if not treated, may lead to scarring and disfigurement of the skin. It can be a very frustrating and embarrassing medical condition, and may even lead to depression, anxiety and social isolation....
