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Description
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Treatment
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Acne:
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When you are in your teen years (ages 13 to 19), it is very common to get acne. A substance called sebum can clog your pores. When they clog, they can form acne.
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Washing your face every day can help reduce acne, though usually a special medicine is required.
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Warts:
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Warts are small growths on the skin. They are usually painless and harmless. They are caused by a virus.
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If a wart changes in color, shape, or begins to bleed you should see a doctor. Often, a product similar to a special Band-Aid™ will help treat warts.
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Boils:
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Boils are infections on the skin. You can usually tell if it is a boil if it is red and swells up on your skin. It is actually a build-up of pus. If you have a boil, you should see a doctor. Boils can spread if you scratch them.
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If you have a boil, you should see a doctor.
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Herpes Simplex:
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Herpes Simplex looks like a little sore on the sides of your lips. It is a blister and can spread if scratched or damaged. Like warts, Herpes Simplex is caused by a virus, although a different virus than that which causes warts.
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Using a medicated lip balm usually stops and prevents Herpes Simplex.
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Sunburn:
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Sunburn occurs when you stay out in the sun too long. |
To prevent sunburn, simply use suntan lotion when going out in the sun for a long time.
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